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Oakdale is a city in Stanislaus County, California, United States. The population was 15,503 at the 2000 census. The city was founded in 1871 when the Stockton & Visalia Railroad met the Copperopolis Railroad. Oakdale goes by the nickname "The Gateway to Yosemite" and the slogan "Cowboy Capital of the World".

The City of Oakdale is located in Stanislaus County, California, approximately 15 miles northeast of Modesto at the base of the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. With a current city population of approximately 17,500, Oakdale takes pride in its small town atmosphere and is a balanced community of residential and commercial properties with a full range of services, shopping and recreation.

Oakdale is the gateway to Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Nevada foothills from Highway 120. The Stanislaus River winds through town offering opportunities for water sports and fishing. Nearby lakes are well suited for boating and water skiing. Camping, hiking, hunting, fishing, and skiing are available within an hour's drive in the nearby Sierras. Several community theater companies also thrive in the surrounding area.

In-city recreation includes an 18-hole country club golf course, and numerous city and recreational parks. Oakdale hosts a professional Rodeo the second weekend in April, and the Oakdale Chocolate Festival the third weekend in May each year.

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