McConnell State Recreation Area
California State Recreation Area · Merced County
Hours8:00 am to Sunset
Entrance fee$10–$12 / vehicle
CountyMerced
CampingYes
McConnell State Recreation Area entrance fee
$10–$12 per vehicle
McConnell State Recreation Area hours
8:00 am to Sunset
Hours as published by California State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.
About McConnell State Recreation Area
Shaded riverbank on the Merced with grassy fields, quiet campsites, swimming and fishing. An easy Central Valley overnight, open year-round.
Things to do
- 🥾 Hiking
- 🏊 Swimming
- 🎣 Fishing
- ⛵ Boating
- 🧭 Geocaching
Amenities & facilities
- 🏕️ Campsites
- 🚿 Showers
- 🚻 Restrooms
- 👥 Group Sites
- ♿ Accessible Facilities
More California state parks with swimming
Camping options
- Tent camping
- RV access
- Group campsites
Contact
Phone209-394-7755
Address8800 McConnell Road, Ballico, CA 95303
🎒 Gear up for McConnell State Recreation Area
Popular gear for what this park offers:
- Tents
- Fishing rods
- Hiking boots
- Water shoes
- Life jackets
- Handheld GPS
- Bug spray
- Coolers
- Sleeping bags
- Camp chairs
- Camp stoves
- Lanterns
- Tackle kits
- Daypacks
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