Less than an hour east of Stockton near the historic gold rush towns of the California Mother Lode. This scenic setting in the Sierra Nevada foothills boasts exciting fishing, waterskiing, and hiking. From Stockton 30 miles east via CA Highway 26.

From Stockton take CA 26 for 30 miles to Valley Springs. A mile before reaching town make a right hand turn onto Hogan Dam Road and follow for one and a half miles to the park entrance.