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About Englebright Lake Boat-in Campground
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Cooking and Fire
- Firewood Available
Water Access
- Beach Access
- Lake Access
- Boat Ramp / Launch
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (36)
What Guests Are Saying
Englebright Lake Boat-in Campground offers beautiful scenery and a clean campsite experience, making it a favorite for many visitors who appreciate the natural setting and friendly staff. However, there are concerns regarding the current reservation system, which has led to overcrowding and safety issues, as well as conflicts between campers due to the close proximity of sites. Some guests have also reported difficulties with parking and boat access, highlighting the need for improvements in site spacing and management.
What Guests Are Saying
Englebright Lake Boat-in Campground offers beautiful scenery and a clean campsite experience, making it a favorite for many visitors who appreciate the natural setting and friendly staff. However, there are concerns regarding the current reservation system, which has led to overcrowding and safety issues, as well as conflicts between campers due to the close proximity of sites. Some guests have also reported difficulties with parking and boat access, highlighting the need for improvements in site spacing and management.
Review Summary
Joyce W
VerifiedJuly 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 47, Loop: Upper Boston Bar
We had a great time! Lake was beautiful, the campsite was clean and big enough for all of us. We will be coming back here for sure.
Pam B
VerifiedJuly 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 50, Loop: Bucks Beach
We go every year for my boyfriend‘s birthday and the reservation thing was pretty good because we knew where we’re gonna get the campsite we wanted. The water was beautiful as always.
Pam B
VerifiedJuly 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 50, Loop: Bucks Beach
We go every year for my boyfriend‘s birthday and the reservation thing was pretty good because we knew where we’re gonna get the campsite we wanted. The water was beautiful as always.
Pam B
VerifiedJuly 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 50, Loop: Bucks Beach
We go every year for my boyfriend‘s birthday and the reservation thing was pretty good because we knew where we’re gonna get the campsite we wanted. The water was beautiful as always.
Robert O
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: Hogback
Beautifull !!!
Robert O
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: Hogback
Beautifull !!!
Robert O
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: Hogback
Beautifull !!!
Michel C
VerifiedJune 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 39, Loop: Boston Bar
There were no good options for landing a boat near the camp site.
Nichelle R
VerifiedJune 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: Boston Bar
Didn’t realize it was a boat in campsite was told I had to call this one number called. Nobody answered after calling 1 million times ended up paying for a campsite. I didn’t even use didn’t get no refund. Never could never get a hold of anyone poor customer service.
Christy S
VerifiedJune 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 42, Loop: Upper Boston Bar
When u reserve a campsite, even car camping it normally comes with a designated place to park next to your site. Well.... Don't expect that with boat in camping. When we pulled up to our boat in camp site we were met with a 2 story house boat that was parked right in front of our site. So, the whole week we got to stare at the house boat instead of the lake, could t enjoy the beach etc. It made the entire trip a waste of money. You book the site because of the beach & when we complained nobody did anything. Not the sheriff, not the marina manager. They all said oh that's not us... But they came & cleaned the bathroom 🤷🏼. Never saw anyone come around to check sites to make sure people were where they were supposed to be. Just a waste of money to stare at this entitled house boat owner who parked right in front of our site & took over half the beach. So if you go, go early cause anyone can park at your site & that water view & beach you were looking forward to enjoying will be nothing other than a house boat with about 20 people cumg, going, & dominating tne beach you thought you reserved. 🤬
Location & Directions for Englebright Lake Boat-in Campground
12896 Englebright Dam Rd, Smartsville, CA 95977 United States
Elevation: 159 ft
Highway access
Englebright Lake Boat-in Campground is accessible via CA-70 N and State Hwy 20 E. The campground is located approximately 25 miles from I-5 and CA-99.
Nearby National Park
South Entrance
Approximate driving time: over 1 hr (90 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
- Print your reservation and leave it on your vehicle's dashboard.
- You can reserve by calling (877) 444-6777 or online at Recreation.gov.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Site types & loops
- All campsites are accessible only by boat.
Utilities
- No restrooms or water hookups available; bring your own drinking water.
Site capacity
- A maximum of eight people are allowed per campsite.
- Each campsite can accommodate two tents.
Pets
- Keep pets on a leash no longer than six feet at all times.
Safety & rules
- Fireworks are not allowed.
Fires & fuel
- Buy or gather firewood locally; don't cut trees or take firewood home.
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Last updated: October 18, 2026
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