Greenhorn Campground
Rollins Lake

Rollins Lake, California
Rollins Lake, California

Greenhorn Campground
Rollins Lake


Greenhorn Campground

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Greenhorn Campground - Rollins Lake - is on a northern arm of Rollins Lake, 7 miles from Colfax. Rollins Lake is operated by the Nevada Irrigation District (NID); however, NID does not operate Greenhorn Campground. Campers at Rollins Lake enjoy all kinds of water sports, including swimming, waterskiing, and wakeboarding. Jet skis are allowed on the lake. Fishing is good for trout, Kokanee, catfish, and bass. Greenhorn Campground has a boat launch ramp, limited boat rentals, a swim beach, store, game room, and horseshoes. On weekends they show movies.

RV Camping and Tent Camping at Greenhorn Campground

Greenhorn Campground - Rollins Lake - features about 40 campsites on gravel or dirt pads for RV camping and tent camping. Some of the campsites are lakefront. Campsites are divided into several areas such as Rocky Point, Lake Front, Meadow, Pine Grove, Cabana, and Wagon Wheel.

Greenhorn Campground also has a variety of Group Campsites,

Boaters passing lakefront sites on Rocky Point are inside a no wake zone, but they do not always respect the signs. Meadow and Wagon Wheel sites have limited shade. Pine Grove sites are well shaded, but some are on slopes. Boats can be moored beside Lake Front campsites. There is an additional fee of $7 per day for each boat.

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Greenhorn Campground - Rollins Lake - Basics
Greenhorn Campground - Rollins Lake - Location: 15000 Greenhorn Access Rd., off Hwy. 174
Elevation: 2,300 feet
Mileage from gateway cities: Sacramento - 57 miles
Reno, NV - 89 miles
Number of Sites: 40
Camping Season: Open year-round
Max. People per Site: 8
Vehicles per Site: 1 vehicle per site, $24per night for extra vehicle
Boat Fees: $12 per night
Pets: on leash, always attended, $7 per night
Information: 530-388-0328

Reservations for Greenhorn Campground
Reservations available Greenhorn Campground - Rollins Lake - reservations for Greenhorn Campground are available year-round.
Maximum RV/trailer Length: 40 feet
Wheelchair Accessible Sites: none designated, but some facilities accessible
Fees: Regular sites - $47 per night
panoramic sites - $50
Lake Front sites - $54
Reservation Fee - $12
Reservations: (530) 272-6100
Check-in, check-out: Check-in: 5:00 - 5:30 PM
Check-out: 4:00 PM

Greenhorn Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire rings, some sites with full hook-ups
Campground: Restrooms with flush toilets, piped water, laundry
Showers: Yes, coin operated
Dump station: Yes, fee
Attractions near Greenhorn Campground:
  • Enjoy the cool waters of Rollins Lake for fishing, boating, and waterskiing.
  • Head down to the local marina for boat rentals or to use their launch ramp. See Rollins Lake Boat Rentals.
  • Enjoy splashing around at a designated swim area with a swim platform.
  • Visit the camp store and the bait and tackle shop.
  • Strike up a game of volleyball.
  • Cabins available for rent.


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Greenhorn Campground Group Sites

Group Sites 1 and 2 Up to 75 people and 20 RVs or trailers (1 vehicle included). No water on site.
$89 per night
Cabana Group Sites 1 and 2 Up to 20 people and 3-4 RVs or trailers (2 vehicles included)
$89 per night
Cabana Group Sites 10 and 11 Up to 20 people and 1 smaller RV or trailer (2 vehicles included)
$89 per night
Wagon Wheel Group Site Up to 200 people and many RVs or trailer (12 vehicles included)
$564 per night
Lakefront Site Up to 40 people and 3 RVs or trailers (4 vehicles included)
$216 per night


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Greenhorn Campground, Rollins Lake, CA

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Reviews from Previous Campers

2023 - 2024

  • Tom the camp host is great.
  • Families keep coming back year after year, making memories.
  • So nice to park our boat on the beach by our campsite.
  • Beautiful lake views.
  • Noisy neighbors far after quiet hours began.

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Attractions and Activities

Campers at roll into Greenhorn Campground find a nice variety of campsites and many fine amenities. Within a short driving distance are a number of wonderful attractions.


Key Greenhorn Campground Regulations

  1. There are no lifeguards on duty. Swim in the designated swim area.
  2. Quiet Hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
  3. Fires are only permitted in the established fire pits and BBQ grills.
  4. Pets must be on leash and attended at all times. Pets are not allowed in the swim areas. No horses are allowed in the campground.

Check the Greenhorn website for complete rules and for any updates: Greenhorn Campground.

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