Memorial Park Campground is spread through a mature forest in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Many campsites in Memorial Park Campground are among the redwood trees and all sites are within easy walking distance of Pescadero Creek. A swimming hole there is popular in the summer. Groups of families from the area often plan annual vacations at Memorial Park.
Memorial Park Campground is divided into two areas on either side of the creek - Azalea Flat and Sequoia Flat. Large RVs and trailers have very limited choices of sites. Most sites ae intended for tent camping. There are also group sites, some of them designated for youth groups. Reservations for all campsites can be made for up a year in advance. A seasonal camp store is located near the park entrance.
Memorial Park is operated by San Mateo County. County residents receive a discount on their camping fees.
Memorial Park Campground reservations become available for all campgrounds for camping dates beginning the Friday of Memorial Day weekend through October. Azalea Campground is open year-round. Reservations may be made from 2 days up to 6 months prior to arrival date.
Camping Limit:
14 days in any one year
Maximum Vehicle Length:
35 feet (limited availability)
Accessible Sites:
#27
Camping Fees:
Tent sites: County Residents $40 per night, non-residents $45
Small or Large trailer sites: County Residents $45 per night, non-residents $50
Hike the Mt. Ellen Nature Trail. Splash around in the Pescadero Creek swimming hole. Hike the old Pomponio Trail. Visit San Mateo coast attractions such as Ano Nuevo State Park.
Redwood Flat Youth Camp
Redwood Flat has 2 youth group sites which must be reserved ahead of time. Site #1 can accommodate up to 40 people. It has 10 BBQs, 17 large picnic tables and a large serving table. Site #2 can accommodate up to 30 people. It has 9 BBQs and 7 large picnic tables.
Neither of the sites has electricity. The sites are accessible for those with disabilities. They provide a lighted BBQ area, tables and seating, tap water, electricity, restrooms, and showers (except during drought times).
Reservations: call the reservations desk at (650) 363-4021
Fee: $3 per person per night, minimum fee $75
Memorial Park's Wurr Flat Group Campground
Wurr Flat Group Campground
Wurr Flat has 2 group sites which must be reserved ahead of time. Each site can accommodate up to 75 people and 15 trailers or tents. The sites are accessible for those with disabilities. They provide a lighted BBQ area, tables and seating, tap water, electricity, restrooms, and showers (except during drought times).
Reservations: Memorial Park Group Camp Reservations Fee: $175 per night
Memorial Park Campground
Reviews from Previous Campers
2024
Restrooms had warm water and showers.
Be prepared for mosquitoes.
Friendly park ranger.
Quiet nights.
Bring quarters for showers.
Memorial Park Attractions
San Mateo County's Memorial Park has 673 acres of redwoods, meadows, creeks, and trails. Campers at Memorial Park Campground enjoy all these attractions.
Watch for wildlife such as raccoons, banana slugs, Steller's Jays, woodpeckers, and squirrels.
Take the self-guided Mt. Ellen Nature Trail.
Enjoy Campfire programs, nature programs, and naturalist walks.
Splash around in the swimming hole in the nearby Pescadero Creek or sunbathe on the beach.
Visit the Interpretive Center open daily May through September.
Key Memorial Park Campground Regulations
Dogs are not allowed in the park.
Horses are not allowed in Memorial Park
Alcohol: Beer and wine are permitted, but not hard liquor.
Reviews from Previous Campers
2024