Samuel P. Taylor Group Picnic Area
Open year-round for day-use only, 8am to sunset. Reservations available through ReserveCalifornia. Creek access is closed December 1 through June 15 to protect spawning salmon.
Heat Advisory issued September 9 at 3:14AM PDT until September 10 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures 10 to 20 degrees above normal during the day, with overnight lows also running 10 to 20 degrees above normal. * WHERE...Bay Area and Central Coast. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...This level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts possible in some health systems and in heat-sensitive industries. Hot conditions can cause heat illnesses.
About
Located within the 2,882-acre Samuel P. Taylor State Park in Marin County, the Group Picnic Areas provide a scenic setting for gatherings in the shade of towering coast redwoods along Lagunitas Creek. The park sits 15 miles west of San Rafael on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, making it accessible for Bay Area visitors seeking a natural retreat. Two reservable group picnic sites are available: Redwood Grove, which accommodates up to 80 people, and Irving, which holds up to 30. Each site is equipped with picnic tables and barbecue grills, with piped drinking water and restrooms located nearby. Accessible parking is available at the Redwood Grove area. These are day-use facilities only with no overnight camping. The park is open from 8am to sunset year-round. Creek access is closed from December 1 through June 15 annually to protect spawning salmon.
Directions
Located 15 miles west of San Rafael on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. Park address: 8889 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Lagunitas, CA 94938.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $110 - $225 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 31ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (415) 488-9897 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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