California's textured-sandstone seaside landscape
Rocky promontories, panoramic views, kelp-dotted coves, beaches, tidepools, and a pygmy forest.
ACTIVITIES: Picnicking, hiking, camping, bike riding on fire road, interpretive programs, horseback riding, skin and SCUBA diving, boating, tide-pooling and botanizing. Outside Gerstle Cove (a protected area), fishing is allowed for lingcod, cabezon, rockfish and greenlings. State license required.
ACCESSIBLE FEATURES: Restrooms, picnic areas, Salt Point Trail from 0.5 miles from Gerstle Cove parking area.
DOGS: Not allowed on trails or beaches. On leash elsewhere. In tent or vehicle at night.
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Amenities & Fees
$8 for day-use vehicle entry; no charge to walk or bike into the park.
Camping and Lodging: Reservations can be made online at ReserveCalifornia.com or by calling the toll free telephone number at 1-800-444-PARK.
For more camping near the park, visit HipCamp.com.
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
For details, visit the park's website (external link), call (707) 847-3221, or write to Salt Point State Park at 25050 Coast Highway 1, Jenner, CA 95450. The Salt Point State Park Brochure contains valuable information for trip planning.
