Penn Creek Campground is the smallest of 3 campgrounds at spectacular Sue-meg State Park (formerly Patrick's Point), 25 miles north of Eureka. Visitors to Penn Creek Campground are close to the Visitors Center which serves as a good resource for learning about all the wonders of the park from the trails and vista points to Sumeg, a recreated Yurok Village. A short drive takes campers to the Agate Beach day-use area and trail down to the beach.
Penn Creek Campground has 14 campsites arranged in a single loop. All of the campsites in Penn Creek Campground are tent-only. Some sites may be available as first-come, first served. Beach Creek Group Campsite is located near Penn Campground.
| Penn Creek Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Penn Creek Campground Location: | 4150 Patrick's Point Drive, Trinidad - 25 miles north of Eureka |
| Elevation: | 120 feet |
| Camping Season: | Open late May through early September |
| Number of Sites: | 14 |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle or trailer (fee for additional vehicle) |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | California State Parks |
| Sue-meg State Park Headquarters: | (707) 677-3570 |
| Reservations at Penn Creek Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations accepted: | Whenever campground is open |
| Booking Window: | Reservations can be made from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date. |
| Maximum Vehicle Length: | 31 feet |
| Wheelchair accessible Sites: | None designated accessible restroom |
| Fees: | $35 plus an $8 reservation fee |
| Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: | Sue-meg SP - Penn Creek Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, Noon |
| Penn Creek Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, food locker (not bear proof), fire grill |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water |
| Showers: | Yes, 25 cents for 2 minutes |
| Dump Station: | Along main road |
| Campground Map: | Sue-meg State Park Campgrounds Map |
| Attractions near Penn Creek Campground: | Begin with a tour of the Visitor Center. Children can join the Junior Ranger program. Enjoy ranger-led Campfire Programs. Explore the tide pools. Hike out to Patrick's Point and Palmer's Point for ocean views. Visit Sumeg Village. Follow the trail down to beautiful Agate Beach. (Swimming is not advised.) Take the 2-mile Rim Trail. Stop by Ceremonial Rock, Lookout Rock, and Wedding Rock. |
Wedding Rock
Beach Creek Group Camp is located close to Penn Campground. The group camp can accommodate from 9 to 100 people and as many as 18 vehicles. The campsite has a BBQ grill, picnic tables, a fire ring, restrooms with flush toilets and showers, and a covered cook area with hot and cold water.
Fee: $300 per night, plus a $150 permit fee.
Reservations: Call the park directly to make a reservation at (707) 677-3110.
Penn Creek Campground
Sue-meg State Park along the rugged Humboldt County coast offers a variety of recreation and sight-seeing opportunities. Visitors to Penn Creek Campground find a quiet place to relax within easy walking distance of the Visitor Center.
Check Sue-meg State Park for any campground updates.
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.
