Amenities

Flush Toilet

Activities

Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Paddling
Swimming
Whitewater Paddling
Wildlife Watching

Terrain

Beach
Forest
River
Creek

About this space

This tiny campground is surrounded by redwood groves! They may not be AS impressive as the ones further up in northern California, but many are old-growth trees that deserve some love. This campground has both Grizzly Creek and the wild Van Duzen river, which merge right below the campground for some great swimming, fishing, kayaking, you name it. If you’re looking for peace and quiet, beautifu...

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Reviews • 6

★★★☆☆ (6 reviews)
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Rob G.
☆☆☆☆☆
Jul 2015

Often overlooked, but nice for hiking or camping right on the river. Good redwood hike right from camp. Quiet; highway 36 (a GREAT road) gets little traffic.

B
Brooke N.
☆☆☆☆☆
Dec 2015

We camped here and were the only people at the site. The camp host was great, and there's lots of good hiking nearby (no dogs allowed on the trails). The river is nice and the lots are big and priv...

AI Review Summary

This campsite offers a family-friendly atmosphere with a fantastic swimming hole and beautiful scenery, making it a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts. However, many reviewers noted significant highway noise, especially at night, which can detract from the camping experience. While the facilities are generally clean and the camp host is friendly, the lack of basic amenities like soap in the bathrooms and restrictions on dogs in hiking areas may be drawbacks for some campers.

Highlights
  • Great for families with kids
  • Fantastic swimming hole
  • Clean facilities
  • Beautiful scenery and good hiking options
  • Private and spacious camping lots
  • Friendly camp host
  • Mild weather
Considerations
  • Highway noise can be disruptive at night
  • Some sites are very close to the highway
  • Limited bathroom amenities (no soap)
  • Traffic can be heavy on weekends
  • Dogs are not allowed on hiking trails