Glory Recreation Area Camping Area

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Last Updated: February 21, 2026

Glory Hole Recreation Area, located on New Melones Lake in central California, offers established campsites with amenities like flush toilets, potable water, fire rings, grills, and picnic tables.


Summary

RVs are welcome (no hookups). Reservations are recommended, especially in summer, and there are nightly fees. Dispersed camping is not permitted within the recreation area. Set amid oak woodlands and rolling foothills, the campground overlooks the lake, offering scenic views and a peaceful vibe. Popular activities include boating, fishing, swimming, and hiking nearby trails like the Tower Climb or Carson Creek. Spring and early fall offer the best weather and fewer crowds.



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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Glory Recreation AreaBLACK C NR COPPEROPOLIS CA Preview Black C Nr Copperopolis Ca
59.2cfs
59cfs
Glory Recreation AreaBIG C AB WHITES GULCH NR GROVELAND CA Preview Big C Ab Whites Gulch Nr Groveland Ca
24.7cfs
25cfs
Glory Recreation AreaMODESTO CN NR LA GRANGE CA Preview Modesto Cn Nr La Grange Ca
2.41cfs
2cfs
Glory Recreation AreaTUOLUMNE R BL LAGRANGE DAM NR LAGRANGE CA Preview Tuolumne R Bl Lagrange Dam Nr Lagrange Ca
2980.0cfs
2980cfs
Glory Recreation AreaTURLOCK CN NR LA GRANGE CA Preview Turlock Cn Nr La Grange Ca
128.0cfs
128cfs
Glory Recreation AreaCHERRY C BL DION R HOLM PH Preview Cherry C Bl Dion R Holm Ph
1010.0cfs
1010cfs

Camping Essential Practices

Pack It In, Pack It Out
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.

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KNIGHTS FERRY 5.2 WSW
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0"
GROVELAND 2
0.0"
0"
BLACK SPRINGS
0.15"
0"
NOHRSC LOWER KIBBIE
1.24"
1"
NOHRSC GIANELLI MEADOW
25.43"
25"
BLOODS CREEK
200.19"
200"
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