Located 15 miles northeast of Modesto along the banks of the Stanislaus River, with views of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, Oakdale’s nearly 20,000 residents value a small town culture rich in rural ranching and equestrian heritage. Throughout all four seasons, Oakdale serves as a gateway to Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Nevada Mountains where both outdoor recreational opportunities and natural beauty abound. Known for its professional Rodeo and summer Chocolate Festival, Oakdale is an emerging community offering a high quality of life. Home to a growing number of manufacturing firms, Oakdale hosts Ball Corporation, ConAgra Foods, and Sconza Candy.