Los Banos Creek Campground
The campground is currently open on a first-come, first-served basis. Subject to winter and/or road closures when water is released from the reservoir. Check-in is 2:00 PM; check-out is noon. Operating hours are 6:00 AM to sunset.
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 9 at 10:02AM PDT until August 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...High temperatures up to 108 degrees and multiple days of Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...West Side Mountains north of 198. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and limited overnight relief may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Afternoon high temperatures of 102 to 108 degrees will occur through Monday. Overnight lows will generally only fall into the mid 60s to mid 70s with little overnight relief.
About
Los Banos Creek Campground is a primitive shoreline campground situated along the scenic Los Banos Creek Reservoir in Merced County, California. Part of the larger San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area, this secluded area offers 14 undeveloped camping sites, most featuring shade ramadas to provide relief from the warm San Joaquin Valley sun. All sites include concrete picnic tables and fire stoves. The campground caters primarily to tent campers and anglers, as most sites cannot accommodate trailers or motorhomes due to limited turnaround space and restricted parking. A 5 mph speed limit on the reservoir keeps the water calm for fishing enthusiasts pursuing largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, catfish, and seasonal trout. Boaters may beach their vessels at campsites, though boating is prohibited after sunset. Chemical toilets are available but there is no potable water on-site, so campers must bring their own supply. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis and may close once all sites are occupied due to limited parking. Winter closures can occur when water is released from the reservoir.
Directions
From I-5: Exit Highway 152 east, turn onto Volta Road, then Pioneer Road, then Canyon Road to the park entrance. Address: 31426 Gonzaga Road, Gustine, CA 95322.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (209) 826-6393 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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