Scotts Flat Lake
Scotts Flat Lake Campground is the premier destination for outdoor fun and activities in the Sierra Foothills. Open year-round, we are conveniently located between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe.
Scotts Flat is an excellent lake to fish for Rainbow Trout, German Browns, Kokanee. Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass.
At an elevation of 3,000 feet, the lake is an ideal headquarters for a complete vacation and family fun. Modern RV and trailer sites, hot showers, attractive tent sites and RV sanitary dump stations are all available at Scotts Flat Lake Recreation Area.
Whether you are planning to stay a while or are just passing through, you are sure to enjoy your stay with us! Come enjoy the hiking and biking trails, fishing, swimming, boating and more.
Forecast: Scotts Flat Lake
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NO MOTOR DAY AT SCOTTS FLAT LAKE
Come and enjoy the quiet beauty of Scotts Flat Lake on Sunday, May 18th from 10am - 4pm. The use of motorized boats will be suspended for the entire day.
**Free Admission for Non-Motorized Watercrafts
**Vehicle Admission: $20.00 (incudes up to four people)
Scotts Flat and Cascade Shores Boat Launches are OPEN to all motorized boats that have passed the 30 or 60 day quarantine or have been decontaminated by an authorized entity.
Scotts Flat Boat Launch Hours
Monday - Sunday
7:30am – 6:45pm for a re-entry tag
7:30am – Dusk no re-entry tag
Cascade Shores Boat Launch Hours
Cascade launch will be is closed to ALL boaters on Monday and Tuesday, close days will change to Tuesday and Wednesday on a Monday holiday
Wednesday – Sunday 10am – 6:30pm for a re-entry tag
Wednesday – Sunday 10am – Dusk for no re-entry tag
***This time of year dusk is about 8pm, boats need to be off the water by 8pm so the launches can be closed and locked***
For more informaton on our Mussel Prevention Program see the link below...
Nevada Irrigation District Mussel Prevention Program
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Please remember while camping with us, you are in BEAR COUNTRY! Bears have always been in our area but due to this year's heavy and low snow, the bears have been quite active in the lower elevations of the Sierra Nevada.
- NEVER feed bears or leave food out.
- Keep a clean campsite.
- Clean up all dirty dishes, garbage, food and beverage containers (especially before bedtime).
- Keep clothing and sleeping bags free from food odors or heavy scents.
- Do not store your food in your tents.
- Dispose of your trash in our trash cans, we collect the garbage several times throughout the day and our security does late-night trash runs, to help keep the bears away.
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Our Marina and Store are closed for the season, both will open back up in May 2025
Cascade Shores Boat Launch
Our walk-in gate and day-use area are open year-round!
Summer Season – May 1st – September 14th
- Cascade Boat Launch Gate is open to the public Wednesday – Sunday 10:00am – Dusk (open days may vary to accommodate holidays)
Off-Season – September 15th – May 24th
- Cascade Boat Launch Gate is closed to non-pass members
Scotts Flat Lake 2025 Day Use Rates:
Day use and boating hours are dawn to dusk and are non-refundable
- Vehicle and up to 4 persons: $20.00
- Boat launching (per boat): $26.00 (No Jet Skis are allowed on Scotts Flat Lake)
- Walk-in or bike: $4.00
- Each pet: $8.00
- Day Use with Kayak/Canoe (2): $24.00
- Motorcycle: $12.00
- Sanitation Dump Fee $20.00
2025 Day Use Monday – Thursday, entry after 4:00 p.m.
- Vehicle and up to 4 persons: $10.00
- Boat launching (per boat): $13.00
- Kayak/Canoe: $12.00
2025 Camping (use the reservation system below)
- Tent Site: $52.00
- Waterfront Tent Site: $62.00
- RV Site: $62.00
- Waterfront RV Site: $68.00
- Boats (Motorized) Per Night: $13.00
- Canoe, Kayak, P/B (each) per night: $4.00
- Each pet, per night: $8.00
- Extra vehicle per night: $20.00
- Motorcycle per night: $12.00
- Additional picnic tables, per night: $5.00
- RV Sanitation dump fee: Included
All prices are per night
All single site cancellations are charged a $25.00 cancellation fee per reservation. No refunds within 14 days of arrival. No rainchecks or inclement weather refunds. No cancelations for holiday bookings.
Reservation Fee: $12.00 per site (non-refundable)
8 people max per site/One vehicle per site included in the reservation. Only one extra vehicle is permitted per site ($20.00 per night).
Waterfront Sites include Sites 1-18 inclusive at Gate 1 and all waterfront sites in Gate II and including Sites 218 & 248.
2025 Group Camping Sites
- 24 People Max, 3 Vehicles Included: $186.00 ($36.00 Reservation Fee)
- 100 People Max, 10 Vehicles Included: $620.00 ($120.00 Reservation Fee)
- 32 People Max OFG, 4 Vehicles Included: $272.00 ($48.00 Reservation Fee)
CANCELLATIONS: All cancellations are charged $100 for groups and group sites. No refunds within 14 days of arrival. No rainchecks or inclement weather refunds. No cancelations for holiday bookings.
Please Note: No more than eight (8) people per single site and only one extra vehicle per single site ($20.00 per night). Please reserve extra sites to accommodate extra people and vehicles.
Pets are to be leashed and attended at all times and are not allowed on the beach or in the swim areas. Only two pets are allowed per campsite.
Important Notice About Fires in NID Campgrounds:
*Fire restrictions may be imposed due to weather conditions, PSPS events, power outages or poor air quality, at which time, campfires and charcoal fires will not be permitted. In severe cases, propane use may be restricted as well.*
Important Notice about Aquatic Invasive Species: Quagga and Zebra Mussel Prevention
We are committed to safeguarding our waterways through our Quagga and Zebra Mussel Prevention program. These invasive species pose a serious threat to our ecosystem, economy, and recreational activities. To prevent their spread, we are asking all boaters to inspect and preform cleaning procedures before and after launching.
Please find the mandatory self-inspection forms for boaters here. We kindly ask that all boaters complete the form and bring it with them when checking in at the kiosk to help save time. For your convenience, forms will also be available at the kiosk.
For more information, see NID's webpage "Quagga and Zebra Mussel Prevention and Monitoring Program."
By following these guidelines, boaters play a vital role in preserving the health and biodiversity of our lakes and rivers. Together, we can ensure that these destructive species do not endanger our natural resources.
For Additional Campground Information: (530) 265-5302
Scotts Flat Campground
23333 Scotts Flat Rd.
Nevada City, CA 95959
2025 Online Reservations Open on January 2, 2025, 12:01am
****Always verify your reservation dates prior to paying****
2025 Summer Lake Level are expected to be low due to PG&E's continued work on their Spaulding Power House.