New Hogan Lake
New Hogan Lake matches great boating and water skiing with easy access from the Central Valley and a variety of recreational venues. It makes a great family destination for a day trip or for a week of camping.
New Hogan Lake on the Calaveras River is only 27 miles east of Lodi. The lake is operated by the Army Corps of Engineers.
New Hogan Lake Entry Fees
- Fiddleneck Recreation Ares: $5 - includes parking and boat launch
- Annual day-use pass: $30
- Hours: 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM in winter, call for summer hours (209) 772-1343
Boating
New Hogan Lake has plenty of room for all kinds of boating, including water skiing and personal watercraft. The long arm of the Calaveras River as well as numerous side channels provide great places to explore.
Marinas
There are no marinas at New Hogan Lake. Boats are launched at several ramps at the Fiddleneck Recreation area. The $5 day-use fee there includes launching any number of boats.
Fishing
Year-round fishing at New Hogan Lake has great fishing for bass, stripers, catfish, and bluegills. Anglers like to cast their lines into the many little coves and inlets around the lake.
Campgrounds
Several campgrounds are available at New Hogan Lake. Acorn Campground is open year-round, while Oak Knoll Campground is open from April 1 through September 30. A boat-in campground is located at Deer Flat, but currently is closed until further notice (2020). Group camping is found at Coyote Point.
Lodging
There is no lodging at New Hogan Lake. The best choices for accommodations are in nearby towns along Highway 49 such as San Andreas and Mokelumne Hill. A couple of nice bed and breakfasts are located in nearby Clements and Lockeford. For motel type lodging go farther west to Lodi.
Scenery
Lake Camanche rests in the low foothills, surrounded grassy hills dotted with oaks. The eastern end of the lake pushes into higher hills, offering a nice backdrop to the lake. Hillsides around the lake all well shaded by oaks, making appealing places for picnics and walks.
Nearby Communities
The small town of Valley Springs near the lake has a good variety of stores and restaurants, including a bait and tackle store and popular fast food establishments. To the west are the small communities of Clements and Lockeford. Along Highway 99 about 30 miles to the west, are the cities of Lodi and Stockton. East of New Hogan Lake is San Andreas, the county seat for Calaveras County. There you will find grocery stores and a good selection of services.
Stockton is home to beautiful shaded parks, professional sports, the Stockton waterfront, art and music, and the University of the Pacific and Delta College. Discover it all on our sister website Stockton Treasures.
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