San Luis Creek Campground

Open — Open year-round with reservations available through ReserveCalifornia. Note that Basalt Campground remains closed for a dam safety project, but San Luis Creek Campground is fully operational.

About

San Luis Creek Campground is one of four campgrounds at San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area, situated along the O'Neill Forebay shoreline in the western San Joaquin Valley. The campground features 53 developed family sites, each with water and electric hookups, a level pad, fire ring, and table. Some sites border the shoreline offering water views. The campground is located in an open area with little shade and is susceptible to wind, typical of the grassland valley setting. A 5-mile accessible walking trail follows the O'Neill Forebay shoreline and connects the campground to the North Beach day-use area. The recreation area is popular for boating, fishing, windsurfing, and water sports. All boats must be removed from the water by sunset. A dump station is available for registered campers. The area experiences hot summers averaging mid-90s and mild winters, with the golden-brown hills turning green in spring with wildflower displays. Two group campsites are also available at San Luis Creek, accommodating 60 people and 30 people respectively, with shade ramadas, tables, fire rings, flush toilets, and hot showers. The campground is located 7 miles west of I-5 on Highway 152, or 33 miles east of Highway 101 from Gilroy near historic Pacheco Pass.

Directions

Located on Highway 152, 7 miles west of I-5, or 33 miles east of Highway 101 from Gilroy.

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