Skip to main content

Folsom Powerhouse State Park Access

Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park Access provides day-use access to Lake Natoma's western shore with a visitor center, picnic facilities, and interpretive trails showcasing the historic 1895 powerhouse and its role in California's electrical history.

The site offers footpaths around the historic core and trails along the scenic lake shoreline, making it suitable for casual hiking and paddling access to Lake Natoma.

Visitor center hours are Wednesday noon-4pm and Thursday-Sunday 9am-6pm (main powerhouse Wed-Fri noon-4pm, Sat-Sun 9am-4pm).


Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)

Check the forecast at Folsom Powerhouse State Park Access before you go paddling.

No forecast data available.

California licenses and regulations

Explore California waters

Top paddling waters

No waters available right now.

Popular Cities

Loading popular cities...

Smarter Paddling Starts in the App.

Paddleways gives you everything you need to plan smarter, paddle better, and own every trip from first launch to takeout.