Emerald Bay State Park Boat-In Camp Area

If you require special assistance, please contact park by calling 530-525-9543 or Emerald.BayADA@parks.ca.gov 72 hours or more in advance.

Subject: Wildlife Activity Update for Your Upcoming Reservation:

Bear Activity Notice:

Persistent bold bears  have been active near your campsite.

This is not unusual for this time of year, but we ask all campers to be especially diligent and follow the required food storage practices:

Store all food and garbage in your bear-proof box day and night

• Keep food you are actively preparing within reach
• If a bear approaches, gather all food, put in bear-proof box and walk away
• Do not store any food in your tent or vehicle
• Keep all dumpsters chained and locked

Not comfortable camping in this area?

You may cancel your reservation for a refund online or at the kiosk.

Thank you for helping us keep the park safe for both visitors and wildlife.

Thank you for your patience as we finalize the 2026 inventory. Please continue to check back. We will be releasing the inventory as soon as it becomes available.