Rollins Lake is a Nevada Irrigation District reservoir on the Bear River, at about 2,100 feet off Highway 174 between Grass Valley and Colfax, on the Nevada and Placer county line.
We rent MasterCraft wakesurf boats, Sea-Doo jet skis and water toys on Rollins Lake, and everything is ready for you at the lake. Add a captained charter with lessons, or a side-by-side for the foothill trails.
Its two long arms are favorites for water-skiing, and four independently run campgrounds line the shore with beaches, marinas and launch ramps.
Boat, jet ski and water toy rentals at Rollins Lake
Your rentals are waiting for you at Rollins Lake, so there's no truck, no trailer and no towing to worry about.
- MasterCraft wakesurf & wakeboard boat rentals – premium surf boats seating 10 to 18, with surf boards, wakeboards, skis and tubes available.
- Sea-Doo rentals – rent a single jet ski or several for your group's day on Rollins Lake.
- Private boat tours & lessons – a driver-instructor runs the boat and coaches first-timers and experienced riders alike.
- Water toy rentals – add tubes, floating lily pads, paddle boards or a water trampoline to your day.
- UTV rentals – pair your lake day with a Can-Am side-by-side for a full adventure.
Book Now or call or text 1-888-594-6610 – we answer 7 a.m.–10 p.m. every day.
Rollins Lake at a glance
| Location | Nevada & Placer counties |
|---|---|
| Elevation | About 2,100 feet |
| River | Bear River |
| Dam built | 1965 |
| Managed by | Nevada Irrigation District |
| Nearby | Colfax, Grass Valley |
Best things to do on Rollins Lake
- Water skiing – two long arms.
- Wakesurfing – calm coves in the morning.
- Jet skiing – forested shoreline to explore.
- Camping – four lakeside campgrounds.
Where to launch at Rollins Lake
- Campground ramps – launch ramps at Greenhorn, Orchard Springs, Long Ravine and Peninsula campgrounds.
Summer weekends are busy, so start early. Your rental from us is ready at the lake.
Tips for a great day on Rollins Lake
- Mornings are calmest for surfing.
- California requires a red or orange flag when a rider is down.
- Summer weekends fill the campgrounds early.
California boating rules to know
- Every boat needs a wearable life jacket for each person on board. Children under 13 must wear one whenever a boat 26 feet or shorter is under way, and everyone on a jet ski or being towed must wear one.
- Towing skiers, wakeboarders and tubers takes a driver plus an observer 12 or older, isn't allowed from sunset to sunrise, and a red or orange ski flag goes up whenever a rider is down in the water.
- Jet skis may not be ridden from sunset to sunrise, the engine cut-off lanyard must be attached to the driver, and every boat must slow to 5 mph within 100 feet of swimmers and within 200 feet of swim beaches, swim floats and docks in use.
Map of Rollins Lake
Rollins Lake rental & boating FAQ
What can I rent at Rollins Lake?
Premium MasterCraft surf and ski boats, Sea-Doo jet skis, tubes, lily pads and paddle boards, captained boat tours with lessons, plus Can-Am side-by-sides and ATVs for the trails.
Will my boat be at Rollins Lake when I arrive?
Yes. Your boat or jet skis are ready for you at Rollins Lake, so there's nothing to tow.
Where is Rollins Lake?
Off Highway 174 between Grass Valley and Colfax, on the Bear River along the Nevada and Placer county line.
Can you jet ski on Rollins Lake?
Yes. Jet skiing, waterskiing, wakeboarding and wakesurfing are all popular on Rollins Lake.
Can you camp at Rollins Lake?
Yes. Four campgrounds sit on the shore: Greenhorn, Orchard Springs, Long Ravine and Peninsula.
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