Gualala Point Regional Park Campground

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Gualala Point Regional Park, Sonoma  County, California
Gualala Point Regional Park, Sonoma  County, California

Gualala Point Regional Park Campground

Sonoma County


Gualala Point Regional Park Campground

Gualala Point Regional Park fronts both the Gualala River and the Pacific Ocean with a beautiful mixture of coastal forest, meadows, and beach. The 195-acre park is especially popular with hikers who enjoy a variety of scenic vistas along the park's many trails. Dangerous surf makes the ocean beach unsafe for wading or swimming, but it is a great place for beach combing, whale watching, and picnicking.

Gualala Point Regional Park Campground has 23 forested campsites, including some walk-in tent sites. There is also a Hike & Bike campsite. The campground is along the Gualala River, making it susceptible to flooding during the rainy season. Mosquitoes can be a problem from late spring through summer. Previous campers have noted that the campground is rather dark among the trees, but well protected from ocean winds. They also mentioned repeatedly how nice the campground hosts and rangers were and how clean the bathrooms were.

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Gualala Point Regional Park Campground Basics
Gualala Point Regional Park Campground Location: 42401 Highway 1, thirty-six miles north of Jenner
Elevation: 35 feet
Mileage from gateway cities: San Francisco- 114 miles
Santa Rosa - 66 miles
Number of Sites: 23
Camping Season: Open year-round, weather permitting
Max. People per Site: 8 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 1 vehicles and 1 towed vehicle ($7 per night for additional vehicle if space allows)
Pets: on leash, always attended, $2 per pet per night
Operated by: Sonoma County Parks
Gualala Point Regional Park Information (707) 785-2377

Reservations at Gualala Point Regional Park Campground
Reservations required: year-round, available up to a year in advance
Maximum RV/trailer Length: 25 feet
Wheelchair accessible Sites: Some accessible sites
Fees: $37 per night May 1 - November 30, $35 during off-season
Sonoma County residents receive a $2 discount per night
Hike & Bike - $5 per person
Reservations: Gualala Point Regional Park Campground Reservations
$9.50 reservations fee
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, check-out Noon

Gualala Point Regional Park Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire ring; no hook-ups
Campground: Individual restrooms with flush toilets, tap water
Park Map: Gualala Point Regional Park Map
Campground Map: Gualala Point Regional Park Campground Map
Showers: Yes, coin operated
Dump station: Yes
Attractions near Gualala Point Regional Park Campground: Enjoy Gualala Point beaches and trails. Be sure to stop at the Russian Serge posts. Tour the Visitor Center. Fish and boat in the Gualala River. Visit Point Arena 16 miles to the north.



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. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.

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.


Serge posts, Gualala Point Regional Park, CA

Russian Serge posts at Gualala Point Regional park

Sonoma Coast
Attractions and Activities

The Sonoma Coast has a chain of scenic little beaches interspersed by rocky points. Along the way are some of the most popular coastal towns in the area. Campers at Gualala Point Regional Park Campground have the Sonoma coast to the south and the Mendocino coast to the north.

  • Drive down the coast and visit historic Fort Ross.
  • Explore all the trails, beaches and overlooks around Salt Point State Park.
  • Kayak on the Gualala River.
  • Take your binoculars for whale watching from Bodega Head.
  • Take advantage of public access trails along the Sea Ranch coast.
  • Enjoy the protected, south-facing beach at Doran Regional Park.
  • Explore restaurants and shops around Bodega Bay.
  • Wind surfing and kiteboarding are popular in the waters of Bodega Bay.
  • Head out on some exhilarating mountain biking routes in the area.
  • Visit dramatic Arched Rock Beach.
  • Using caution to avoid sleeper waves, take in the sights at Duncan's Cove and Rock Point.
  • Journey up the Russian River to Guerneville and other favorite spots along the river.
  • Drive out to have a look at Goat Rock and spend the afternoon on the adjacent beach
  • Many Sonoma coast beaches are 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.

Key Gualala Point Regional Park Campground Regulations

  1. Dogs must always be on leash and always attended. Dog are not permitted on most trails. They must be in a vehicle or tent at night.
  2. Obtain firewood locally to avoid bringing in invasive insects.

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