Nimbus Flat State Recreation Area Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:33 PM
- Water temp
- 59°F
- Water level
- 7.8 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Horse Shoe Shore Lake
Updated 8 min agoSource: USGS station 11446500 — AMERICAN R A FAIR OAKS CA · 1 mi from Horse Shoe Shore Lake
Launch Light & Moon — June 23
local timeFirst Quarter (63% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Nimbus Flat State Recreation Area
| Location | Nimbus, California |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Horse Shoe Shore Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.7/5 (1660 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 38.635722, -121.216467 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Sacramento County |
| Phone | (916) 988-0205 |
Nimbus Flat State Recreation Area is a public boat launch providing access to Horse Shoe Shore Lake in Nimbus, California at coordinates 38.63572, -121.21647. Rated 4.7/5 based on 1660 Google reviews.
Nimbus Flat State Recreation Area is a public boat launch on Horse Shoe Shore Lake in Nimbus, Sacramento County, California. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nimbus Flat State Recreation Area
Is Nimbus Flat State Recreation Area free to use?
Yes, Nimbus Flat State Recreation Area is a public boat launch with free access in Nimbus, California.
How is Nimbus Flat State Recreation Area rated?
Nimbus Flat State Recreation Area has a 4.7 out of 5 rating based on 1660 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Nimbus Flat State Recreation Area access?
Nimbus Flat State Recreation Area provides boat launch access to Horse Shoe Shore Lake in Nimbus, California.
How do I get to Nimbus Flat State Recreation Area?
Nimbus Flat State Recreation Area is located at coordinates 38.635722, -121.216467 in Nimbus, California. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 1.9 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.