Modesto Reservoir is located approximately 20 miles northeast of Modesto. The lake has 31 miles of pasture shoreline. Camping is limited to one improved campground with 90 sites suitable for both tents and RV's, however, primitive camping is unlimited and overnight boat camping is permitted. All boating is allowed as well as jet skis, water skiing, and swimming. Full service marina, improved launch ramps, and rentals are available. Bait, tackle, groceries, hot showers, and fuel are available.

The best baits for this lake

Strike King Bladed jigs 1/2 oz / Blue Glimmer Thunder Cricket

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LUNKERCANDY Crankbaits Cell Mate Sugar Daddy 6

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Bobby Garland Jigs Bobby Garland Overbite Sickle Jig

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XCalibur Jerkbaits Black Silver Suspending Jerkbait

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Z-Man Fishing Products Minnows & swimbaits Pearl Blue Glimmer Z-Man MinnowZ

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Raptor Lures Swimbaits Gizzard Shad Candy Shad

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