Golf in Ripon

Ripon is a small city in Stanislaus County in the San Joaquin Valley, west of Modesto along State Route 99. The city occupies flat valley terrain in an area that was primarily agricultural but has seen growing residential development as the Modesto metro area expands. Stanislaus County's communities along Highway 99 have a mix of agricultural and suburban character, with Ripon transitioning from a small farming community toward a bedroom suburb of Modesto. The local economy includes agricultural services, retail, and residential building, with many residents employed in Modesto or elsewhere in the regional economy. Ripon is accessible from State Route 99 and is within easy commuting distance of both Modesto and Stockton. The San Joaquin River forms the county line to the north, separating Stanislaus County from San Joaquin County. The city has a small downtown and has expanded with new residential neighborhoods.