Turlock Lake State Rec Area

Category: Park in La Grange, California

Address: 22600 Lake Rd, La Grange, CA 95329, USA

Opening hours

Sunday: 6AM–8PM

Monday: 6AM–8PM

Tuesday: 6AM–8PM

Wednesday: 6AM–8PM

Thursday: 6AM–8PM

Friday: 6AM–8PM

Saturday: 6AM–8PM

Reviews

P W

May 13, 2022

Stopped by a couple of days ago. The gate was open, even though it said closed on the state website. The lake is nice, but the facilities are trashed. Weeds overgrowing picnic grounds, trash bags and even appliances dumped in the parking lot. The restrooms were in horrible shape, water turned off but people were using the restrooms anyway, very disgusting! Trash throughout, all sinks were vandalized and in pieces all over the floor. Very sad to see a state park that was allowed to degrade to this condition. At this point, I wouldn't feel comfortable visiting with my family until California state takes responsibility to fix their state park.

Just Me

Feb 9, 2021

I've lived in the area for over 20 years and we didn't even know that the lake existed in our backyard. That's what happens when you're always commuting to work. Needless to say, I found this lake by chance when my grandsons came to visit …

Braeden la france

Feb 9, 2021

The lake is always different when you come. Never ever disappointing or boring. lake is large and is great for tubing and riding a jet ski or opening up your boat.

Patricia Rodarte

Apr 15, 2020

It's a great camping area! I visit this campground place 2-3 times per year!! Peaceful enjoyable, away from the city!!

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Questions & Answers

Can we swim in the lake?

Tanisha Della | Feb 8, 2021
Just Me | Feb 9, 2021

Yes. I've gone twice in the last 3 weeks. It was very nice & clean. Don't forget your face mask, sunscreen and sunshade. If you get there early enough you shouldn't have any trouble finding a picnic area with trees up on the highland. Enjoy urself & Stay safe

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Can you BBQ there

Gustavo Ortiz | Feb 8, 2021
Robert Avellan | Feb 9, 2021

Hi Gustavo, yes BBQ is available so is camping, there is a river and a lake about a quarter of a mile. Our favorite spot for many years already.

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Do they have trout

pogi talaga fishing | Feb 9, 2019
florina cruz | Feb 10, 2019

Yes. We were fishing all day there the week after they stocked and not even a bite. Tried everything from powerbait,salmon eggs, mice tails, mini jigs, panther martins, kastmasters, pistol petes.. Extremely slow compared to surrounding area lakes.. Modesto reservoir has much better trout fishing as does Yosemite lake by the canals that feed the lake. At the moment the inlet to turlock lake is your only chance of fish..save the 12 dollars and avoid state park..

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Is the boat launch open right now? I tried calling the number and it is not working anymore.

JUJUS WORLD | May 14, 2021
Sarah Shultz | May 15, 2021

Even though its posted right up front that the boat launch is closed, people have been launching boats anyways for a couple weeks.

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how big is the boat ramp

James Griffith | Feb 8, 2021
Oliver Oliver | Feb 9, 2021

It is the back of Turlock Lake so people do launch there boat there just backing up into the lake

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Is it safe to swim here?

Yasmeen Alcala | Feb 9, 2020
Tobias | Feb 10, 2020

Very safe to swim Not many people go there anymore because they don't allow alcohol

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Hi I need to make a reservation or I just arrive at the place? Thank you

Patty Soto | Feb 9, 2020
Margaret Mathis | Feb 10, 2020

U can do both

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Itd december 30 is it open for fishing

carlos andrade | Feb 9, 2019
ant | Feb 10, 2019

I'm not sure did you check the website

If your campsite is along the river, can you access the water from your campsite or do you have to go to the day-use area? Would it be dangerous for a toddler?

Veronica Romero | Feb 9, 2019
Jennifer Morey | Feb 10, 2019

Some campsites are by the water..others are not, there is a playground. And yes, it's safe for a toddler, with supervision.

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Do they have cat fish?

Samuela Veimau | Feb 9, 2019
florina cruz | Feb 10, 2019

Just about every lake river and pond below 5000 feet in elevation in California have catfish in its water. Its a colder lake though so look for warm parts of the lake

Are pets allowed?

Yvonne Simon | Feb 9, 2019
kevin neer | Feb 10, 2019

Yes

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Is there shad

Daniel Vargas | Feb 9, 2018
fred anderson | Feb 10, 2018

If you pay for front area use.

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Why lake is closed

lodvik goolanians | Aug 12, 2021
Raphael Brua | Aug 13, 2021

Can't get help,to many government handouts

Are the lake it's open now

Javier Santos | Aug 12, 2021
Jshark606 | Aug 13, 2021

It is not open

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When will the lake open back up

Phoenica Salone | Jul 13, 2021
Morgan Lucero | Jul 14, 2021

I went a couple weeks ago and it was open

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good morning do i need reservation if so what's the site please and thank you.

Amanda Sanchez | Jun 13, 2021
Lurk Nlow | Jun 14, 2021

This lake is closed till further notice.. contract to manage the park expired and suitable new management has not been found yet... FyI place is run down, little to no lighting and the water is always moving alot faster/stronger than it looks..

Is swimming currently available at this location?

Tianna Morales | May 14, 2021
Sarah Shultz | May 15, 2021

Yes.pretty busy on the weekends but cleaner than other lakes around here

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Can you fish ?

Thomas Sabala | Feb 8, 2021
Eli Blancas | Feb 9, 2021

Yes

Are they allowing camping at Turlock lake

bob jensen | Feb 8, 2021
Michael Moreno (Damien) | Feb 9, 2021

No

What is the water level like right now is it too low?

Alexa Mcintyre | Feb 8, 2021
Richard Dowd | Feb 9, 2021

Real low,but the little rapids are fun,and watet IS COLD

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Is the lake open July 14, 2020 for day trip?

william johnson | Feb 8, 2021
Luz Cruz | Feb 9, 2021

Yes

Is the lake still open now that the governor has closed some places

Gracie Martin | Feb 8, 2021
Jasmien Lancaster | Feb 9, 2021

Yes it is but extremely crowded

There is a place to camp a weekend I need to book

Luis Urroz | Feb 8, 2021
ROBERT JR. | Feb 9, 2021

For safer you need to book, very nice place.

It's Open, to the public right now?

Tania Delgado | Feb 8, 2021
Andrew Conrad | Feb 9, 2021

Yes it is. It closes everyday at sunset.

Does anyone know if they allow Jet skis on the water ?

Alex Cruz | Feb 8, 2021
Luz Cruz | Feb 9, 2021

Yes they do

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Dose it cost 2 get in?

Katie Bryant | May 14, 2021
Kori Ray | May 15, 2021

Tina Cain could we camp out there and for how long? Is there stores near by?

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Is the park open for camping now?

Belén Medina | Feb 8, 2021
Tony ThePyzon | Feb 9, 2021

Don't believe it is yet

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Just went to Modesto reservoir sign reads: boat at your own risk water level low. Is turlock lake low as well?

Jojo Vega | Feb 9, 2020
Dom Sub Life | Feb 10, 2020

I haven't seen any signs reading or indicating low water

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Any advice what kind of fish there is & what kind of bait I can use? I'm a newbie

Manny Bananas | Feb 9, 2020
Perry Moffitt | Feb 10, 2020

The inlet is the section lots of carp for soup only,trout ,better check Walmart for flashy lures tha get the trout's attention ,my deceast pro bass fisherman only fished for black bass very sporting and tasty as well as striped bass ,he didn't fish at turlock lake verry stinky by inlet marshy area lots of foul bugs not good for your dogs or vehicle thats the long and short of it I go aloft and stay away from the foul sections

What time is the latest you can check in

Bryan Osti | Feb 9, 2020
Jacq von Jacq | Feb 10, 2020

Everybody must be out of the park 30 minutes prior to sundown

Do they have electric hook ups

Lisa Ashby | Feb 9, 2020
R W (RW) | Feb 10, 2020

Not that I recall, check the website for confirmation.

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Does the turlock state recreational park requires a reservation, or do they also have a first come first serve, for the camping sites, thank you.

Eddie Whitehorse | Feb 9, 2020
Jacq von Jacq | Feb 10, 2020

From what I understand it's first come first serve.

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Is there camping grounds

Chris Brown not the singer | Feb 9, 2020
R W (RW) | Feb 10, 2020

Bounded on the north by the Tuolumne River and on the south by Turlock Lake, the recreation area provides an ideal setting for water-oriented outdoor activities. The recreation area features the lake with its 26 miles of shoreline and the foothill country leased from the Turlock Irrigation District in 1950. Picnicking, day-use, and boat launch ramps are offered at the lake. Overnight visitors are welcome at the 66 site campground located on the shady south bank of the Tuolumne River about 1 mile from the lake. https://www.parks.c Features: BOATING Boating Boat Ramps OVERNIGHT FACILITIES Family Campsites Hike or Bike Campsites RV Access TRAIL USE Bike Trails Hiking Trails DAY-USE ACTIVITIES & FACILITIES Picnic Areas Exhibits and Programs Fishing Interpretive Exhibits  Beach Area Swimming Nature & Wildlife Viewing Windsurfing/Surfing Family Programs Geocaching OTHER FACILITIES & VISITOR INFORMATION Parking Restrooms / Showers Restrooms Drinking Water Available Wheelchair Accessible

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Can I launch boat before 6am?

Adam “Exodus” Thao | Feb 9, 2019
Carlos Fuentes | Feb 10, 2019

They open at 6 am

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which campsites are closest to the water?

K | Feb 9, 2019
Felix Gutierrez | Feb 10, 2019

The campsites r by a river u still need to walk to a little bet but there is alot of mosquitos

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Do you need to make reservations for the Picnic Area at the Turlock Lake?

Christina McDaniels | Feb 9, 2019
Frank Carion | Feb 10, 2019

First come first serve

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Is there camping near the actual lake? Not the river....

Sambo Slice | Feb 9, 2019
Randy Rollins | Feb 10, 2019

No

How much is gate admission per car

Heather Elam | Feb 9, 2019
Chris Vosburg | Feb 10, 2019

$12 for day use $35 for camping

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How much does it coast to get in the lake tulock

John Reynolds | Feb 9, 2019
Chris Vosburg | Feb 10, 2019

$12 for day use dogs are free, boats and water craft up to $20, camping $20 and up

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Is there a water spout to fill up RV water?

Fallon Marie | Feb 9, 2019
Elizabeth Vera | Feb 10, 2019

There are at the camping grounds

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CaN you take dogs

Holiday DeCouto | Feb 9, 2019
Randy Rollins | Feb 10, 2019

Yes on a leash

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