WOODWARD RESERVOIR
Effective September 2, 2025, swimming, wading, and other body-to-water contact activities will be prohibited at Woodward Reservoir. This restriction is in partnership with SSJID to meet water quality regulations. We will provide notice once the restriction has been lifted.
PARK UPDATES​
​NOTICE: Banding Requirements & Quarantine Procedures for all Vessels– Effective October 1st, 2025
Beginning Wednesday, October 1st, 2025 all vessels launching at Modesto & Woodward Reservoirs must adhere to updated banding and quarantine procedures to prevent the spread of invasive mussel species.
Inspection & Banding Requirements:
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Appointments are available at both Modesto and Woodward Reservoirs 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 7 days a week.
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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.
To schedule an appointment please contact:
Modesto Reservoir (209) 874-9540
Woodward Reservoir (209)847-3304
Please plan accordingly and help protect our water bodies.
Thank you for your cooperation!
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​For more information, please read HERE. ​​
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Body to Water Restrictions
Effective September 2, 2025, swimming, wading, and other body-to-water contact activities will be prohibited at Woodward Reservoir. This restriction is in partnership with SSJID to meet water quality regulations. We will provide notice once the restriction has been lifted.
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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.
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
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BASIC CAMPSITES
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Additional Campsites Available
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All Basic Camping is first come first serve
LOCATION
14528 26 Mile Rd, Oakdale,CA​
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HOURS
Day Use: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. Daily
Boat Ramp: 6 a.m. – 7 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
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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
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*Swim and boat at your own risk, as water levels fluctuate.
RC Plane Flying
Dog Friendly
Horseback Riding
