Just pull up to the gate, park at the side and it’s about a 1.3 mile hike to the lake. DON’T forget to turn right when it’s time, the trail is a little overgrown where you turn so keep that in mind. Plenty of spots around the lake. I went camping on a Monday and was the only one. Saw an otter and a little snake. Heard a lot more than that at night, entire forest seemed to be alive, with coyotes howling, something snorting, footsteps all over the place, a donkey making noise, the air being pushed by flying birds, etc. So wildlife seems pretty active around there. Didn’t hear many fish jump in the lake though. Lake looks suitable for swimming and felt okay to me when I got in to the waist, just a little chilly is all. Plenty of room around the lake for people to put up tents or whatever. I’d imagine it gets busy on the weekend but who knows, sure is a nice little camping spot, highly recommended.