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Emerald Bay State Park

California (Northern) · CA State Park · Park · Open to all

Emerald Bay State Park
GrillingPropaneNone for provided facilities; camping via…
On the waterSwimming · Fishing · Boat launch
Things to doHiking · Nature center
AccessOpen to allOpen to all; day-use/parking fee. Fire rules vary…

About this place

Fires only in the provided rings and stoves; coordinates at the Vikingsholm day-use lot.

Good to know

SwimmingOK
FishingOK
DogsNo Dogs are not allowed in any areas on land, including beaches, dirt trails, service roads from highway 89 going down into Emerald Bay, Boat camp, and Vikingsholm. Dogs are not allowed on the Rubicon Trail or the entire grounds surrounding the Vikingsholm Mansion or Fannette Island. Dogs are allowed on boats and at the vista overlook at the Vikingsholm Trail parking lot.

Hours

  • Sunrise to Sunset

Fees

  • Day use entry fee information not explicitly stated; only parking fees specified
  • $3 per vehiclefor one hour
  • $10 per vehiclefor the day

What's here

Picnic tables
Restrooms
Hiking
Boat launch
Nature center

Location

Emerald Bay State Park
RegionCalifornia (Northern)
Coordinates38.9543° N, 120.1105° W
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Common questions

Can you grill at Emerald Bay State Park?

Yes — propane grilling is allowed at Emerald Bay State Park; charcoal is not confirmed. None for provided facilities; camping via ReserveCalifornia. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.

Do you need a permit or reservation?

None for provided facilities; camping via ReserveCalifornia.

Is there a fee at Emerald Bay State Park?

Yes — fees apply. For example, Day use entry fee information not explicitly stated; only parking fees specified. See the official page for the full schedule.

Can you swim at Emerald Bay State Park?

allowed.

Are dogs allowed?

Dogs are not allowed in any areas on land, including beaches, dirt trails, service roads from highway 89 going down into Emerald Bay, Boat camp, and Vikingsholm. Dogs are not allowed on the Rubicon Trail or the entire grounds surrounding the Vikingsholm Mansion or Fannette Island. Dogs are allowed on boats and at the vista overlook at the Vikingsholm Trail parking lot.

What are the hours at Emerald Bay State Park?

Sunrise to Sunset.

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