The Eel River winds through the more than 1,000-acre park for almost 2 Êmiles
Some head to Standish-Hickey to hike in its towering redwood forest; others come to leap into a sun-drenched swimming hole in the wild and scenic Eel River; still others arrive to relax and recharge in the historic Redwood Campground. A 180-mile drive from San Francisco, Standish-Hickey lies right along Highway 101, 1.5 miles north of the town of Leggett. The park is now the southern gateway to the world-famous redwood belt along California's North Coast. The park began as a 40-acre campground donated in 1922. its name honors a lumberman's son, Edward Ritter Hickey, who died while caring for victims of the 1918 flu epidemic. In the late 1950s, descendants of Captain Miles Standish, a pilgrim who landed on Plymouth Rock in 1620, added 500 acres. Subsequent donations from the League have expanded the park to more than 1,000 acres.
ACTIVITIES: Camping, picnicking, hiking, fishing and swimming.
ACCESSIBLE FEATURES: One campsite, restroom with shower, Taber Nature Trail.
DOGS: On leash in developed areas. Not on trails.
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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 more information about Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area, call the entry station kiosk at 707-925-6482.
- The park's brochure offers information on the park's natural and cultural history as well as tips for planning your visit.
- Other good sources are Mendocino Area Parks Association (MAPA) (external link) and the Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area website (external link).
