New Melones
Two vehicles and 8 people allowed for each standard site. 1 vehicle and 4 people allowed for each walk-to site. There are no RV hookups at any of these campgrounds. In the Chamise campground trailers, boats, RV’s, and motor homes are not allowed due to limited parking and short turnarounds.
The entrance gate closes at night, be sure you call to find out when the gate will be closing, if you plan on arriving late. For more information call (209) 536-9094.
For New Melones camping reservations, contact: (877) 444-6777 or recreation.gov Look up the campground name instead of New Melones Lake.
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Events
Christmas light show | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
39th Annual InFocus Competition, Exhibition & Sale 2026
Angelo's Hall | All Day
Sierra Professional Association's Weekly Meeting
My Garden Cafe | 7:00 am - 8:00 am
Christmas light show | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
39th Annual InFocus Competition, Exhibition & Sale 2026
Angelo's Hall | All Day
Christmas light show | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
MYACT Production of Jingle Jury
MYACT | 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Calaveras Master Gardeners Open Garden Gate
Calaveras Master Gardeners Demonstration Garden | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Christmas light show | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Holiday Light Show
Crystal Falls | 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Christmas Town, Santa’s House, Wagon Rides
Courthouse Park | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Christmas light show | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Holiday Light Show
Crystal Falls | 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Christmas Town, Santa’s House, Wagon Rides
Courthouse Park | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
