A large group of us decided to go camping relatively last minute last June. We wanted to go boating, so a lake/reservoir was a must. Lake Turlock was the only place we could get a reservation, so I didn't have high hopes. That being said, I was pleasantly surprised. The camping area was shady and right next to a creek. Bathrooms and showers are available. It can get loud at night, which could be a good or bad thing depending on what you want from your experience. The lake itself was pretty empty and easy to launch the boat. Overall, I'd recommend this site.