Hickey Campground is one of three in Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area off Highway 101 in northern Mendocino County. Standish-Hickey marks the southern edge of what is called the Redwood Empire, which stretches north to the Oregon border. Visitors to Hickey Campground enjoy well-shaded campsites on the bluff above the South Fork Eel River. By mid-summer the river is usually low enough for wading. Across the river, trails lead through groves of redwoods.
Hickey Campground has 63 campsites. Fences protect campers from the edge of the steep bluff overlooking the river. Some campsites are rather close together while others offer more privacy. All of the campsites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Some campsites are kept as first-come, first-served sites or may be reserved directly through the park.
| Hickey Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Hickey Campground Location: | Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area, Highway 101, 1½ miles north of Leggett |
| Elevation: | 885 feet |
| Camping Season: | At least one campground loop in the park is open year-round (usually in Rock Creek Campground).
Other campgrounds are open during the peak season (generally Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day), depending on weather. Check the reservation website listed below. |
| Number of Sites: | 63 |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle or trailer (fee per night for additional vehicle) |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | California State Parks |
| Standish-Hickey SRA Headquarters: | (707) -925-6482 |
| Reservations for Hickey Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations recommended: | Mid-May to mid-October |
| Booking Window: | Reservations can be made from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date. |
| Maximum Vehicle Length: | Trailer 24 feet, RV 27 feet |
| Wheelchair accessible sites: | #56, 62, 66, 79 |
| Fees: | $35 per night, plus an $8 reservation fee |
| Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: | Hickey Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, Noon |
| Hickey Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, food locker, fire grill |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water |
| Showers: | Yes, 25 cents for 2 minutes |
| Dump Station: | No |
| Campground Map: | Standish-Hickey Campground Map |
| Attractions near Hickey Campground: | Swim in Eel River when water level is safe. Try fishing in the river. Enjoy hiking trails and redwood groves. Drive to the nearby Smithe Redwood Grove. Stop in at the Drive-Thru Tree Park. Visit a tourist favorite, Confusion Hill. |
Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation site, check to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Hickey Campground
Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area in northern Mendocino County offers a range of recreation activities and natural wonders. Those who pick Hickey Campground are close to many of the attractions in the park.
Check Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area for any campground updates.
