Los Banos Creek Campground

Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. Subject to winter and road closures due to water releases from the reservoir. Limited parking may result in closure when sites are full.

About

Los Banos Creek Campground is a primitive camping area located along the scenic shoreline of Los Banos Creek Reservoir within San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area in Merced County, California. The campground features 20 primitive sites, each equipped with a shade ramada, fire ring, and table, providing basic amenities for a rustic camping experience. The campground is best suited for tent camping and smaller vehicles due to limited turn-around space and parking restrictions. Most sites cannot accommodate trailers or motor homes. Drinking water is available on-site, and chemical toilets serve the campground. Boaters are permitted to beach their boats at the shoreline, though all boating activity is prohibited after sunset. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Visitors should be aware that Los Banos Creek Campground is subject to seasonal closures during winter months and when water releases from the reservoir affect road access. Limited parking means the park may close once all sites are occupied. Only fires in provided fire rings are permitted, with no open campfires allowed per California State Parks regulations in Merced County. The reservoir and surrounding area are popular for fishing and water-based recreation during the warmer months.

Directions

From I-5, take Canyon Road exit and follow signs to Los Banos Creek Reservoir entrance within San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area.

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