Hendy Woods State Park Campground

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coastal redwoods, CA
coastal redwoods, CA

Hendy Woods State Park Campground

Mendocino County


Hendy Woods State Park Campground

Hendy Woods State Park Campgroud offers a peaceful retreat from urban life. Less that 3 hours north of the Bay Area in Mendocino County, Henry Woods is a wonderful weekend camping spot for those looking for a quiet setting among beautiful redwoods. Hendy Woods is 8 miles northwest of Boonville and 22 miles from the coast via Highway 128.

Hendy Woods State Park Campground is seaprated into two loops - Wildcat and Azalea. Within the 2 loops are 85 campsites which can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. In addition, the park has 3 cabins which may be rented. They also have a Hike & Bike campsite and several cabins.

Each cabin comes with bunk beds, a wood stove and a table. There are no other features inside the cabin. Outside, find a small area for a tent. No RVs or trailers are permitted. Restrooms with showers are nearby. Cabins have a maximum occupancy of 6 .

Hendy Woods State Park Campgroud has many Accessible Freatures which include 4 campsites in the Azaleap Loop, the Gentle Giants All Access Trail, a rental cabin, and most features in the day-use area.,

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Hendy Woods State Park Campground Basics
Hendy Woods State Park Campground Location: Highway 128, 8 miles northwest of Boonville and 35 miles northwest of Cloverdale
Elevation: 200 feet
Mileage and driving time from gateway city: San Francisco - 122 miles, 2:30
Sacramento - 165 miles, 2:59
Camping season: Open year-round
Number of Sites: 85
Max. People per Site: 8 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 2 if they fit (trailer is a vehicle)
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by California State Parks
Park Headquarters: (707) 937-5804

Reservations for
Hendy Woods State Park Campground
Reservations Recommended: Hendy Woods State Park Campground resrvations for some sites on the Azalea Loop can be made year-round. Reservations for camping dates from late April through September can be made year-round. At other times most campsites are first-come, first served.
Booking Window: Reservations taken from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of your arrival.
Maximum Vehicle Length: 35 feet
Accessible Sites: #5, 37, 40, 41, Puma Cabin
Fees: Campsites: $40 - $45 per night, plus reservation fee
(Hike & Bike $5)
Cabins: $60
Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: Hendy Woods State Park Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM
Check-in, check-out: Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: Noon

Hendy Woods State Park Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, food locker, grill, fire ring
Campground: restrooms with flush toilets, tap water
Showers: Yes, 25 cents for 2 minutes
Cell Phone Service: ATT
Dump Station: Yes
Campground Map: Hendy Woods State Park Campground Map
Attractions near Hendy Woods State Park Campground:
  • Enjoy the scenic Navarro River.
  • Stroll along nature trails.
  • Explore two magnificent groves of redwood.
  • Seek out the Hermit's hut.
  • Drive over to the Mendocino coast.





Redwood tree at Hendy Woods State Park, CA



Redwood tree at Hendy Woods State Park, CA

Reviews from Previous Campers

2023 - 2024

  • Clean bathrooms and showers.
  • Beautiful trails looping through redwoods.
  • Quiet and peacwful.

Hendy Woods Attractions

Hendy Woods State Park is home to groves of towering coast redwoods, fern-lined creeks, and gentle forest creatures. Visitors to Hendy Woods State Park Campground find many wonderful places to explore.

  • Picnic beside the Navarro River, watching for birds and other wildlife.
  • Visit the two groves of redwoods, some trees standing more than 300 feet.
  • Look for black-tailed deer, raccoons, cottontails, gray foxes, and chipmunks.
  • Hike the 1.6-mile Big Hendy Trail and visit Hendy Hermit's hut.
  • Enjoy Junior Ranger nature walks and campfire programs.
  • Stop in the Visitor Center.
  • When water levels are safe, swim in the Navarro River during the summer, canoe and kayak in the late winter and early spring.

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Key Hendy Woods State Park Campground Regulations

  1. Wood collecting is not allowed, including twigs and leaves. Purchase firewood locally to avoid brining in invasive pests.
  2. Generators may only be operated sparingly from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  3. Dogs must be kept on leash. They are not permitted on trails and must be kept in a tent or vehicle at night. They may never be left unattended.
  4. Fishing is not allowed in the state park.

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General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.