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Englebright Lake Boat-In Campground
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Smartsville · California · Harry L. Englebright Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Harry L. Englebright Lake |
| Location | Smartsville · California · Harry L. Englebright Lake · 39.23938, -121.26248 · Map |
| Sites | 51 public sites counted from the federal listing — 51 boat in |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 51 sites Water hookups at 0 of 51 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 51 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 51 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Payment will be made through Recreation.gov |
| Check-in / out | In 02:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 51 sites, as reported |
| Phone | 530-432-6427 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-03-11.
From the official listing
Overview Englebright Lake is nestled in the steep Yuba River canyon, of the Sierra Nevada foothills. This location offers a unique boat-in camping experience, several species of sport fish, abundant wildlife, and year round water-based recreational activities for enthusiasts and families alike. Located between Grass Valley and Yuba City off State Route 20.
Recreation Englebright Lake is a destination fishery, providing anglers with a variety of options including small and large mouth bass, trout and Kokanee salmon. The boat-in campground has 51 sites that include a fire ring, lantern hanger, picnic table and tent pad.
Facilities Campsites are accessed by boat only. Sites are remote with no hookups. Vault toilets are available within walking distance. Be sure to pack potable water with you before heading to your campsite. Some of the campsites are located in open, grassy areas while others are tucked into wooded areas. A marina convenience store is located on the lake and accessible by land or water.
Natural Features Englebright Lake is located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, within a steep canyon with notable waterfalls and abundant wildlife. A mix of agricultural land and thick forest surround the lake and campgrounds.
Nearby Attractions Narrows Day Use Area, Joe Miller Recreation Area, Bridgeport State Park and New Bullards Bar Reservoir are nearby.
Charges & Cancellations As per Recreation.gov policy.
Directions, from the listing
From Sacramento, CA follow I-5 N, CA-99 N and CA 70 N to Lindhurst Ave in Olivehurst. Take exit 18B from CA-70 N. Take Hammonton Smartsville Rd to State Hwy 20 E in Smartsville. Turn right onto State Hwy 20 E. Turn left onto Mooney Flat Rd. Turn Left onto Englebright Dam Rd.
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Trip Card — Englebright Lake Boat-In Campground
Smartsville · California · Harry L. Englebright Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | Smartsville · California · Harry L. Englebright Lake |
| Fees | Payment will be made through Recreation.gov |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 51 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10294618 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.