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Collins Lake Recreation Area


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Mitch Meade

June 03, 2026

Easy reservations and great atmosphere. We have been going here over 25 years. They have been doing some upgrades over the past few years and it is turning out to be a very nice modern camping and fishing destination.

Cali_ Corvette

April 30, 2026

The trailer sites are tiny but the lake and the experience is 100% worth it. Family bike rides, kayaking, and fishing filled up most of the day. The have a huge park, day rentals, and the best ice cream at the store.

Rudy Segobiano

April 28, 2026

Collins Lake was a great place to camp. Bathrooms were clean and seemed like they clean constantly. Market was nice, had all the essentials and plenty of souvenirs.

Edward Pochay

April 16, 2026

The lake is nice and all. I prefer locations with more space between campers. It is close though I will drive here just for the ice cream. Crazy good!

Austen Dow

October 12, 2025

Great spot to camp whether you prefer a tent, trailer, or even a cabin camping. Clean facilities and great little store. Even with a low lake level, you still get great use of the lake.

Melissa Ronan

August 11, 2025

The loudest campground I've ever been to! If there are quiet hours, they're not enforced. This over packed, high density campground is loud until at least 3am (in the summer). The staff also has no common sense. Our friend's son got lost in the dark, and another family found him. They contacted the camp staff, they called her phone (there is no service), and it went straight to voicemail- that was the end of their effort. They could have come to the campsite registered to her name to tell her, but no. They left us to run around the campground shouting for him. Fortunately he was found safe. The campground imhas FAR too many people and sites for the number of bathroom facilities- which are porta-potties.

Jim Caravallo

July 29, 2025

We got here on a Wednesday beautiful place, but on Friday a big group of young adults came in and took up 6 sites around us, I have never been so upset about a camping spot, quite hours are from 10pm to 8am these people blasted their bass thumping music all night and singing very loud, we didn't get any sleep that night. Definitely complained to office on Saturday morning, Saturday night started out with no music but still very loud drunk people throwing up in tents and cursing very loud, by midnight it finally died down. We left Sunday morning very disappointed in the experience. I would suggest if you go to stay here do it during the week not the weekend. We also fished for three days and didn't catch a thing. We will never come here again!

timmy krysh11

July 03, 2025

Collins Lake was the best getaway from town and away from people and now under the nature, we were able to get our own freedom away from everyone and in the nature we rented out a boat for $295 it was awesome. One of my best experiences I ever had. I’d recommend everyone who come on a weekend or a weekday run a boat and go out and have fun. It’s one of the best things you can do at Collins Lake. I appreciate the stuff and the employees in the Security and everyone that worked there they were so nice and generous and helpful. I was able to learn a lot about the lake. It was one of my best experiences ever the water was warm and it was nice. I like everything about this place.

Ashley Flores

June 30, 2025

Check in was super easy and staff is wonderful and helpful. Campsite with water and power. Close the water. Kids love there's a playground nearby. Neighbors are pretty good about noise ordinance at 10pm. Some keeps lights on though which shines into our tent but not too bad. Bathrooms were clean.

Aleksei Kudriashov

June 24, 2025

I am the lucky one living not that far from the location and have a frequent opportunity to visit the place. Sometimes, I first go to the ice-cream and coffee place and sit there for a while. And, sometimes, I directly go to the lake just to quietly absorb the impressions and look at the peaceful scenery with rare boats and birds drifting by. The left side of the lake is quieter. It gives so much of simple joy and relaxing energy! And if I feel like socializing, then, you go to the right, to the pier. There are usually people swimming there.

Sarah Janus

June 12, 2025

This is a great campground. It's not a quiet campground, it's busy. Hundreds of spaces. But knowing that ahead of time sets the stage. There are RV spaces, tent spaces, and even cabins. Lots of shade options and views of the lake. There is a marina, you can rent boats! The camp store has everything you need that you forgot. And more! Super yummy ice cream, too. The staff is always friendly and helpful. We go back most years. Lake is nice and full right now, too. Just beautiful! A chorus of birds surrounds the area. They have a nice hike groomed as well.

Barbara Glenn

April 27, 2025

The lake is at capacity with plenty of fish to catch. Bring a boat or rent something. Hiking trails ate good and pets are all8wex on a leash. Of course the Gift shop is chock full of fun things and there's Ice Cream to die for!

Cherae Cozzi

April 18, 2025

Incredibly rude. I call to cancel my reservation, the lady is making jokes. Telling me how funny it is that I have to cancel and she doesn’t. Then they tell me, even though I’m canceling a month in advance, they WILL NOT refund my money. I can camp here someday within 5 years from now. I’m a single mom and have to work and your employee is making jokes about how it’s ok to keep my money. The women sounds old enough to know how to act at work. The customer service here is below par and it’s NOT FUNNY that your keeping a single moms money. I was going to pay a bill with the returned funds. DO NOT CAMP HERE. There are many other options with better fishing. This place is a joke.

Moorea Camin

April 06, 2025

Collins Lake is a great RV spot! It is very campy, beautiful scenery, right near the lake. There is a great store with everything you need- coffee, knick knacks, shirts, snacks, rv needs and amazing ice cream, not to mention very friendly and helpful staff. We stayed in spot 8. Perfect for our 23' trailer. Highly recommend this place!

Shantel G

March 14, 2025

Collins Lake is an absolute gem, and campsite #68 made our stay even more incredible! This spot is just a few steps from the lake, offering stunning views and easy access to the water. The site itself is spacious (32x16 ft) and comes equipped with power and water hookups, making it perfect for RV camping. The marina has plenty of amenities available for rent, including fishing boats, patio boats, kayaks, and paddleboards, making it easy to get out on the lake and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The lake is well-stocked with fish, and we had a great time casting our lines right from the shore near our site. Whether you're looking to relax by the water, enjoy some fishing, or take advantage of the great rental options at the marina, Collins Lake has it all. We can't wait to come back!