Glory Hole Recreation Area
New Melones Lake
Glory Hole Recreation Area in California takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.
Glory Hole Recreation Area is located at New Melones Lake on the Stanislaus River. The 12,500 surface-acre lake is the fourth largest reservoir in California and is situated along the edge of the Mother Lode, the rich gold vein that prompted the California Gold Rush of 1849. At an elevation of 1100 feet, the diverse and resource-abundant Foothill Oak Woodlands hug the 100 miles of shoreline. Popular activities on and
⚡ EV charging nearby
Nearest DC fast charging: 6.6 mi away (straight line).
Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.
🔭 Planning further ahead?
We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.
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❓ Glory Hole Recreation Area FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Glory Hole Recreation Area?
Glory Hole Recreation Area in California takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.
How can I get a spot at Glory Hole Recreation Area when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Glory Hole Recreation Area often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching Glory Hole Recreation Area and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Is Glory Hole Recreation Area a good campground?
Glory Hole Recreation Area holds an average rating of 3.9/5 from 466 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.
Where is Glory Hole Recreation Area located?
Glory Hole Recreation Area is located in New Melones Lake, California. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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