WOODWARD RESERVOIR
PARK UPDATES & INFO
Operations Update - 9.11.2026 -
As we begin our transition of Woodward Reservoir operations to South San Joaquin Irrigation District (SSJID) effective October 15, 2026, camping reservations will be limited during this period.
Areas A through DD are closed for the season.
Camping reservations available through September 15, 2026 for the following areas and will be closed thereafter:
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Mountain View Point
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Charlie’s Point
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Fischer Point
Camping reservations available through October 11, 2026 for the following areas and will be closed thereafter:
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Hackberry Flat
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Muir Point
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T-Island
All camping areas will be closed effective October 11, 2026 at 2 p.m.
We appreciate the community’s understanding during this operational transition and will continue to provide updates as they become available.
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Body-to-Water Contact Update: South San Joaquin Irrigation District has notified us that effective Tuesday, September 8th, 2026 body-to-water contact will not be permitted at Woodward Reservoir.
Banding & 30-day Quarantine Procedure: All vessels (including Jet skis) launching at Woodward (and Modesto) Reservoir must adhere to updated banding and quarantine procedures to prevent the spread of invasive mussel species.
Inspection & Banding Requirements - By Appointment Only
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Appointments are available at both Modesto and Woodward Reservoirs 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Tues-Thurs
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30-Day Yellow Bands and Daily Blue Bands will be available during these hours only.
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All boats must be Clean, Drained, and Dry to qualify for inspection and banding.
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A valid Quagga Mussel Stamp is required for each vessel.
Motorized Vessel (includes Jet skis) inspections/banding and 30-day quarantine at Modesto and Woodward Reservoirs are currently available by appointment only, Tuesday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
To schedule an appointment, please call:
Modesto Reservoir (209) 874-9540
Woodward Reservoir (209) 847-3304
Please plan accordingly and help protect our water bodies.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Woodward Reservoir Regional Park is located at 14528 26-Mile Rd., a few miles north of Oakdale off Highway 120. It offers over 3,700 acres of land and 2,900 acres of reservoir for recreation and camping.
PARK FEATURES
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Campsites
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Concessions
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Restrooms
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Picnic shelters
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Barbecues
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Picnic tables
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Go Cart Track
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3 Boat launches
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Fish cleaning station
HOOKUP CAMPSITES
BASIC CAMPSITES
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Additional Campsites Available
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All Basic Camping is first come first serve
LOCATION
HOURS
Day Use: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. Daily
Boat Ramp: 6 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Daily
FEE SCHEDULE
Day Use
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Vehicle: $20, Resident: $15
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Vessel: $16, Resident: $11
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Picnic Shelter Use Fee $100 per day + $10 reservation fee: $110
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Annual Pass - Vehicle: $140
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Annual Pass - Vessel: $110
Camping (per night)
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Basic Campsite: $40, Resident $35
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General Campsite: $50, Resident $45
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RV/Trailer Hookup Campsite: $60, Resident $55
RECREATION
Fireworks Celebration
Tent Camping
RV/Trailer Camping
Boating
Water Skiing
Jet Skiing
Fishing
Kayaking
Swimming
Waterfowl Hunting
*Swim and boat at your own risk, as water levels fluctuate.
RC Plane Flying
Dog Friendly
Horseback Riding
