Harry L Englebright Lake

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Overview

Englebright Lake is nestled in the scenic Sierra foothills east of Marysville. Constructed for the storage of hydraulic gold mining debris, Englebright Dam is a concrete arch structure. It spans 1,142 feet across and is 260 feet high. The dam is in the steep Yuba River gorge known as the Narrows, holding back a 9-mile long lake with a surface area of 815 acres. The lake is unique in that it offers boat-in camping only.

Map of Harry L Englebright Lake

Latitude, Longitude: 39.240171, -121.270237

Boating
There are boat-in campsites, and boat ramps at Joe Miller Recreation Area and Narrows Recreation Area.
Camping
Camping at Englebright Lake is unique as all campsites are boat-in only and located along the lake's 24 miles of shoreline. Each campsite consists of a table, fire grill, lantern hanger and level spot for tents.
Fishing
To the expert or beginning angler, Englebright means fish. Game fish such as rainbow and brown trout, large and smallmouth bass and Kokanee salmon abound in the lake's clear, cool water. Catfish and sunfish can also be caught.
Hiking
There is a good trailhead at Narrows Recreation Area.
Picnicking
There is a picnicking area at Rice's Crossing.
Water Sports
Due to narrow canyons and sharp bends, the upper 4 miles of the lake are not suitable for waterskiing and/or towing any type of inflatable device. Therefore, these activities are restricted to the lower five miles of the lake.