Redwood Campground is in Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area off Highway 101 in northern Mendocino County. The campground is across a seasonal bridge over the South Fork Eel River. River conditions sometimes delay placement of the bridge and opening of the campground. Visitors at Redwood Campground appreciate its secluded location and well-spaced campsites. River access is close by. Trails to various redwood groves lead out from the campground.
Redwood Campground has 62 campsites. All of the sites are tent-only. No trailers of any kind are allowed across the seasonal bridge. Some campsites are kept as first-come, first-served sites or may be reserved directly through the park.
| Redwood Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Redwood 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: | 62 |
| 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 Redwood 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: | 18 feet, no trailers of any kind |
| Wheelchair accessible sites: | #136 |
| Fees: | $35 per night, plus an $8 reservation fee |
| Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: | Redwood Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, Noon |
| Redwood 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 Redwood Campground: | Enjoy hiking trails and redwood groves. Swim in Eel River when water level is safe. Try fishing in the river. Drive to the nearby Smithe Redwood Grove. Stop in at the Drive-Thru Tree Park. Visit a tourist favorite, Confusion Hill. |
South Fork Eel River
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.
Redwood Campground
Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area in northern Mendocino County offers a range of recreation activities and natural wonders. Campers at Redwood Campground are across the river from the main part of the park, but not so far that they can't take advantage of all the park's attractions.
Check Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area for any campground updates.
