Within Woodward Reservoir County Park, this established campground operated by Stanislaus County provides multiple camping options across different areas of the 2,900-acre reservoir. The facility accommodates RVs up to 75 feet with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections, plus amenities like showers, restrooms, and a dump station.
Campers can access sites through drive-in, walk-in, or boat-in methods depending on their chosen area. The T-Island and Hackleberry Flats sections offer waterfront sites with hookups that require reservations, while other areas operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. Craig & Linda L. note that "on the T-Island sites you right on the water," making these premium spots popular with boaters and families with kayaks.
The reservoir supports various water activities with its shallow, warm water that reviewers describe as excellent for swimming and water sports. Many sites connect directly to the lake, allowing campers to bring boats or jet skis right up to their campsite. Fire pits and picnic tables are standard at each site, though campers need to bring their own firewood as it's not sold on-site. The campground tends to attract a social crowd, particularly during weekends and holidays.
Weather conditions include evening breezes that can make temperatures drop, and some roads remain unpaved requiring sturdy footwear. Russell L. describes it as "very similar to that of Modesto reservoir as it is managed by the same people." The town of Oakdale sits about 10 minutes away for last-minute supplies or groceries.
Spring and fall provide quieter conditions with more spacing between sites, while summer weekends draw larger crowds. The campground maintains clean facilities and welcomes pets, making it accessible for various camping styles from primitive tent camping to full RV setups.
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Map & DirectionsWoodward Reservoir is located in California near Oakdale
Address
14528 26 Mile Road
Oakdale, CA 95361
Coordinates
37.86197272 N
120.87798182 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 33 min from Modesto, CA
- 35 min from Stockton, CA
- 58 min from Merced, CA
- 1 hr 12 min from Sacramento, CA














