Westport-Union Landing State Beach Campgrounds

Mendocino Coast

Westport-Union Landing State Beach, Mendocino Coast, CA
Westport-Union Landing State Beach, Mendocino Coast, CA

Westport-Union Landing State Beach Campgrounds

Mendocino Coast


Westport-Union Landing State Beach Campgrounds

Westport-Union Landing State Beach Campgrounds are north of Fort Bragg on the Mendocino coast. Visitors are attracted to Westport-Union Landing by its rugged beauty. The campground, situated on a bluff overlooking the Pacific, offers few amenities; but the views of the coast, the ocean, and the sunset are wonderful. Several nearby beaches make interesting places to explore or to try your luck at surf fishing. Passing whales and other marine wildlife are often sighted from the bluff.

Westport-Union Landing State Beach Campgrounds include 3 separate campgrounds along the bluffs with a total of 85 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. Camping areas are out in the open without shade or protection from the wind. There is also a Hike & Bike area for camping.

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Westport-Union Landing State Beach Campgrounds Basics
Westport-Union Landing State Beach Campgrounds Location: Highway 1, nineteen miles north of Fort Bragg
Elevation: 100 feet
Mileage from gateway cities: Fort Bragg - 19 miles
Willits - 63 miles
Number of Sites: 85
Camping Season: Open year-round
Max. People per Site: 8 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 3 vehicles per site
Pets: on leash, always attended
Operated by California State Parks
Westport-Union Landing State Beach (707) 937-5804

Reservations
No Reservations: Westport-Union Landing State Beach Campgrounds are all first-come, first-served.
Maximum RV/trailer Length: no limit indicated
Wheelchair Accessible Sites: None designated
Fees: $35 per night
Hike & Bike - $5 per person per night
Check-in, check-out: any time, check-out Noon

Westport-Union Landing State Beach Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, grill and fire ring; no hook-ups
Campground: Portable toilets, tap water
Showers: No
Dump station: No
Attractions near Westport-Union Landing State Beach Campgrounds:
  • Enjoy Howard Creek Beach.
  • Stop by scenic Abalone Point.
  • Spend some time at Rockport Bay.
  • Head out fishing.
  • Bring your camera for some wonderful photography opportunities.
  • Set out time sight-seeing all around the area.





General Camping Information

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

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, purchase 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.




Westport-Union Landing State Beach Campground, Mendocino County, CA

Westport-Union Landing State Beach Campground

Reviews from Previous Campers

2023 - 2024

  • Friendly campground host.
  • Trail down to a wonderful beach.
  • Clean camping areas.

Mendocino Coast
Attractions and Activities

Visitors to the Mendocino coast discover scenic wonders around nearly every bend in the road. Campers at Westport-Union Landing State Beach Campgrounds can look out on the rugged coastline and watch spectacular sunsets.

  • Visit the quaint town of Mendocino and walk along the dramatic Mendocino Headlands.
  • Poke around famous Glass Beach near Fort Bragg and then stop in town for dinner.
  • Point Arena Lighthouse stands on a rugged point of land. Take a lighthouse tour.
  • Explore Van Damme State Park with a nice beach for kayaking and scuba diving and great inland hiking trails.
  • Mountain bike along dirt roads.
  • Hike around the Point Arena-Stornetta Public Land.
  • Take a trip to Africa at the B. Bryan Preserve near Point Arena. See Africa's hoofed animals such as Greater Kudu, zebras, and giraffes.
  • Take an adventurous hike down to Bowling Ball Beach to see the amazing spheres of rock in the surf at low tide.
  • Mendocino coast beaches are generally considered too dangerous for wading and swimming, but some sheltered beaches and inlets can be safe under favorable conditions. Always check with park rangers about the safety of a particular beach before entering the water.

Key Westport-Union Landing State Beach Campgrounds Regulations

  1. Dogs: must be on leash and always attended.
  2. Generators may only be operated between the hours of 10 AM and 8 PM.
  3. Fires may only be lit in provided fire rings.
  4. Purchase firewood locally to avoid bringing in pests.

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