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Modesto Reservoir Regional Park

Modesto Reservoir Regional Park

Popular with residents of Modesto and Turlock, this park is surprisingly close to Merced and offers a lot of recreational opportunities and facilities.

Location

Reservoir Road (accessed from Highway 132) between Waterford and La Grange.

Distance from Merced: 37 miles

Distance from Los Banos: 51 miles

Operating authority: Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation

Surface area of lake: 2,800 acres

Facilities and activities

  • Boat ramp, marina

  • Concessions booth

  • Flush restrooms

  • Drinking fountains

  • Campgrounds with BBQ grills/fire rings, RV hookups

  • Picnic areas with tables, shelters, and BBQ grills

  • Group picnic areas and shelters

  • Swimming area

  • Wildlife viewing area

  • Archery range

  • Radio-control airplane flying

  • Dogs allowed? No

  • Horses allowed? No

  • Hunting allowed? Yes

  • Fish species: Bass, trout

  • Boat rentals: No

Website:  http://www.co.stanislaus.ca.us/er/parks/

Recreation organizations

The Mid-Valley Water Ski Club holds events throughout the year for people of all ages and abilities. http://www.midvalleywaterskiclub.com/ for more information.

The Yahi Bowmen Archery Club operates the reservoir’s archery range. Guests are welcome and regularly-scheduled activities are offered for people of all ages and abilities. https://www.facebook.com/YahiBowmenModesto   for more information.


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