PARK UPDATES​

 

Woodward Reservoir Fish: 4/16/2025

The Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation and South San Joaquin Irrigation District (SSJID) are aware of the situation involving deceased carp along the shoreline at Woodward Reservoir. The Department of Fish and Wildlife is actively investigating and has advised that this appears to be a virus, which only affects carp and poses no risk to human health or water quality. This issue is also unrelated to the Golden Mussel and boating is already restricted at Woodward Reservoir due to ongoing Golden Mussel prevention efforts. If you encounter a deceased carp, please avoid contact and report it to a park staff member. For more information, please read our FAQs HERE. (para Español​)

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Boat Launches Closed

Attention boaters, in coordination with the South San Joaquin Irrigation District, all boat launches at Woodward Reservoir will be closed effective December 22, 2024, as a preventative measure to protect the reservoir from the spread of the invasive golden mussel species. For more information, please read HERE.                 ​​

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Body to Water Restrictions Lifted

As of April 7th 2025, SSJID has notified us that the body-to-water contact restriction at Woodward Reservoir has been lifted. However, please be advised that boat launches remain closed at this time. We encourage all visitors to practice safe water activities and wear life jackets for your safety.

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                               Voted Best of Modesto!

                                   The Modesto Bee Readers voted Woodward Reservoir (GOLD) and Modesto Reservoir                                            (SILVER) for best RV Park & Campground.