Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Modesto, California, United States

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102 campgrounds 1,206 available sites
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Willow Placer Campground

Mariposa, CA · 54.1 mi from Modesto

3.9 (15 reviews)

Willow Placer Campground, located 3.6 mi downstream from the historic Briceburg Suspension Bridge, is one of three campgrounds managed by the Bureau of Land Management along the Merced Wild & Scenic River. It features eight walk-in campsites and o...

  • RV sites: 1
  • Tent sites: 9
  • Beach Access
  • River Access
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Mccabe Flat Campground

Mariposa, CA · 54.5 mi from Modesto

4.0 (24 reviews)

The Merced River Recreation Area, located downstream from Yosemite, offers activities like whitewater boating, camping, swimming, and gold prospecting year-round. McCabe Flat Campground, the first of three BLM-operated campgrounds along the river,...

  • RV sites: 2
  • Tent sites: 10
  • Beach Access
  • River Access

49er Village

Plymouth, CA · 58.3 mi from Modesto

3.6 (5 reviews)

  • Wi Fi
  • General Store
  • Restrooms
  • Restaurant

Murieta Equestrian Center

Rancho Murieta, CA · 59.5 mi from Modesto

4.8 (5 reviews)

Murieta Equestrian Center is a major private equestrian facility on the West Coast, hosting over 60 events annually across various disciplines. It welcomes spectators year-round, with most competitions free to the public, except for the Sacramento...

  • Power Service
  • Wi Fi
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly

Explore Modesto, CA

Modesto, California

Population: 219,215

Nearby city: San Jose, CA

Approx. 53 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 89 ft

Best Season: Spring, Fall

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Explore Modesto, CA

Modesto, California

Population: 219,215

Nearby city: San Jose, CA

Approx. 53 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 89 ft

Best Season: Spring, Fall

About Modesto, California

Set in California’s Central Valley, Modesto makes a practical base for camping near rivers, reservoirs, and the Sierra Nevada foothills. You’ll find campgrounds and RV parks near Modesto for quick weekend getaways and longer road trips, plus a few cabin options tucked into the surrounding countryside. Browse 90 nearby outdoor stays; nightly rates often range from $20 to $199, with an average around $30, depending on location and amenities.

Spring and fall bring pleasant temperatures for tent camping and hiking, while summers are hot, favoring shaded sites and water access; winters are mild, though availability can vary by season. From here, day trips into the Sierra and Yosemite country are within reach, and local rivers offer paddling and fishing when flows allow. Expect easy road access, convenient RV parks, and a straightforward gateway to Northern California outdoor adventures.

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