Camanche is a great getaway in the spring because it has lake-view cottage rentals, as well as campsites, so you can do the trip deluxe-style or camp and keep the price down.

Lake Camanche, a popular Memorial Day destination in Northern California, is seeing pushback from long-time visitors after new regulations put a halt to some boat use and all alcohol consumption.

Lake conditions: Since January's big series of storms, Camanche has been 105 to 140 percent of average capacity for time of year.

When the weather heats up, many want to grab a drink, get on a boat and spend time with friends and family on the water. This year, at Lake Camanche, it's a different story.