Horseshoe Road Recreation Area

How does a campground where quiet riverside campsites meet the adventurous spirit of rafting, hiking, and fishing sound for your next trip? Horseshoe Road Recreation Area Campground, located in Oakdale, California, offers a unique camping experience within the scenic foothills of the Sierra Nevada. This environmental campground is tucked beside the Stanislaus River, providing serene tent sites for those seeking solitude and natural beauty.

Access to the campsites requires a short half-mile walk from the parking area, ensuring a more secluded and tranquil setting. Each campsite features a picnic table, fire ring, and lantern holder, with vault toilets and non-potable water nearby. Horseshoe Road Campground highlights the simplicity of primitive camping, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy immersing themselves in nature while keeping amenities minimal. Activities abound, from hiking and picnicking to river rafting and fishing, with trails and river access points nearby.

Situated just a 15-minute drive from Oakdale, the campground also places campers within reach of charming small-town amenities. The lower Stanislaus River, known for its popular rafting routes and springtime flows, offers vivid outdoor recreation experiences. Additionally, the autumn season brings a rare opportunity to witness Chinook salmon as they return to spawn, making this a year-round destination for nature lovers and adventurers alike.