Henningsen Lotus Park offers a public boat launch facility on the South Fork American River suitable for rafts and kayaks, with ample parking ($10 day-use fee), restrooms, and day-use picnic areas.

The park features a calm water access point ideal for paddlers to put in or take out, though the river can move swiftly at times and conditions vary seasonally. Additional amenities include a 0.

4-mile paved walking loop, playground, and sports fields, with the park open daily from 6 AM until dusk.