A rustic retreat surrounded by tranquil redwood forest
Located 150 miles north of San Francisco and nestled amid 720 acres of second- and third-growth redwoods, charming cabins with all the creature comforts (kitchens, dining halls, showers and bathrooms) create an idyllic setting for seminars, youth trips, naturalist expeditions and celebrations. This National Historic Monument has remained unchanged since 1938—a true rustic treasure.
ACTIVITIES: Group camping and hiking; for non-campers, the trails are open for day-use hiking and biking. (Please be advised, there are no public restrooms in the day-use area.) Spot elusive wildlife including deer, foxes, northern spotted owls and Cooper’s hawks, and see beavers and river otters in the manmade ponds and adjacent Little North Fork of the Big River. Go for a dip after a 1-mile hike to either Boyle’s swimming hole, which may have a lively crowd depending on the day, or Lily’s swimming hole, which is clothing-optional and usually less crowded.
FEATURES ACCESSIBLE TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES: Wheelchair accessibility is very limited.
DOGS: Dogs are not allowed in the park.No day-use fee. For detailed information about rental rates, visit www.mendocinowoodlands.org/rental-details (external link).
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No day-use fee. For detailed information about rental rates, visit www.mendocinowoodlands.org/rental-details (external link). Camping and Lodging: Mendocino Woodlands State Park is a year-round group camping retreat facility and environmental center that offers three private group camping areas. Visit the Califoria State Parks website for more information about how to camp as individual.
What To Pack
- Safety: We want visitors to enjoy their experience safely. Simple actions can positively increase your outdoor experience. Such actions include taking water and snacks along with you, staying on designated trails, taking breaks, and letting people know where you are going and approximately what time you're coming back. For more outdoor safety tips, please visit www.parks.ca.gov/SafetyTips (external link).
- What To Bring: Layers of clothing. In the rainy season, pack warm hats, scarves, mittens and plenty of thick, fast-drying socks. And don't forget the raincoats and rain pants. Water, snacks a field guide, binoculars.
Additional Information
Visit www.mendocinowoodlands.org (external link), call 707-937-5755 or write to P.O. Box 267, Mendocino, CA 95460. Visit the park webpage (external link) on California State Park's website.
