
Take a stroll through the longest covered bridge at Knight's Ferry

Go rafting down the Stanislaus River
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We offer our visitors a taste of the Old West. Established in 1871, our historic town is home to boutique shopping, delicious cuisine and unique events.


California's Cowboy Country
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California's Cowboy Country

Oakdale is proud to be the "Cowboy Capital of the World". We offer our visitors a taste of the Old West. Established in 1871, our historic town is home to boutique shopping, delicious cuisine and unique events.

Creativity that creates community. Oakdale is home to many amazing murals and continues to expand the presence of art throughout the community.
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Day Trip Itineraries


Fun things to do and visit in Oakdale.
Here's your guide to Oakdale's Brewery scene! Next time you come through Oakdale, you don't want to miss trying all of our craft brews!
OakdaleARTS bringing new mural to downtown
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Featured Events
From fresh farmers markets and local music to the annual Oakdale Rodeo. You don't want to miss out on experiencing Oakdale at its finest.


Dec 16-18
Drive-Through Nativity
6-8 PM
1700 West F St. Oakdale

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Historic Downtown Oakdale
We offer our visitors a taste of the Old West. Established in 1871, our historic town is home to boutique shopping, delicious cuisine and unique events.

Housed in the 1869 Prowse House, the Museum, opened in 1985, has been operated by the Friends of Oakdale Heritage since 2009.
"Baked on the Bricks" Since 1902


Bronze sculpture commemorating the Cowboy Capital of the World. Commissioned by the Oakdale Redevelopment Agency in 1991.
design your perfect
road trip
We offer our visitors a taste of the Old West. Established in 1871, our historic town is home to boutique shopping, delicious cuisine and unique events.
design your perfect
road trip
We offer our visitors a taste of the Old West. Established in 1871, our historic town is home to boutique shopping, delicious cuisine and unique events.
Design your perfect road trip
We offer our visitors a taste of the Old West. Established in 1871, our historic town is home to boutique shopping, delicious cuisine and unique events.
Winter in Oakdale
Come visit Oakdale's iconic 6th annual Christmas Parade beginning December 3rd, where downtown Oakdale will kick off the Christmas Season at 5 pm. Oakdale will also feature a drive-through nativity scene on F street from December 16th-18th 6-8pm hosted by the Oakdale Family Church of the Nazarene. December is the perfect time to see the snow in Yosemite, and Pinecrest after visiting our town! Oakdale is the gateway to your family getaway in the mountains of the Sierra Nevada.
Explore the Valley, Find Your Winter Wonderland

Oakdale in bloom
The Cowboy Capital of the World is also home to acres and acres of almond orchards. Almond trees usually blossom between February and March, making early spring the best time to take a road trip out to see the blooms! Download the visitors guide to learn what backroads will give you the best views.
Take the scenic route
