Russian Gulch State Park
Russian Gulch Campground offers a beautiful and nearby 5.4-mile hike to a 36-ft waterfall, the Devil's Punch Bowl and multiple sea caves to explore, and 27 secluded campsites with clean bathrooms and showers.
Just two miles north of Mendocino, you'll find this beautiful, well-maintained park that features a little bit of everything. The campsite is situated between a rugged beach and a stunning 36-ft waterfall, giving you plenty of easy and fun options. There are many beautiful redwoods throughout the campground and the heavily forested Russian Gulch Creek is nearby. The campground is open for overnight camping from early May through mid-September (sometimes mid-October).
There are also 4 horse camps located on the northeast edge of the park. Corrals and water troughs are available. You can make a Russian Gulch horse camp reservation by calling 707 937-5804.
The campground can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs (up to 24 feet). There is also drinking water, flush toilets and showers. Hike/bike and equestrian campsites are also available. Each campsite has a table, food storage locker, fire ring and grill. Russian Gulch State Park is unquestionably one of the best places to camp in California.
- Area: 1,000 acres
- Website: https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=432
- Google Rating: 4.8/5.0
- Location: CA-1, Mendocino, CA 95460
