Ritchey Creek Campground
Open year-round. Reservations available through ReserveCalifornia. A limited number of walk-in sites are first-come, first-served, especially during off-season. Wood fires are periodically banned during high fire danger; charcoal may also be restricted during red flag warnings.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 3:10PM PDT until November 1 at 6:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Up to 1.9 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Bay Shoreline locations of San Pablo Bay, San Francisco Bay, and Monterey Bay. * WHEN...Until 6 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...High tides will result in flooding of low-lying infrastructure, isolated road closures, and coastal erosion. Rising tides will bring water and waves farther up the beach than normal, restricting escape from beaches and coastal areas. More substantial impacts are expected along bayshore Marin County where increased flooding is anticipated across low lying areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.9 ft above normal (7.7 ft MLLW) at 02:39 PM Friday 10/30, 1.5 feet above normal (7.3 ft MLLW) at 03:44 PM on Saturday 10/31, and 1.0 ft above normal (6.8 ft MLLW) on Sunday 11/01 at 3:59 PM. These predictions include up to 1.5 ft of surge that will enhance the astronomical tide and flooding threat. High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
About
Ritchey Creek Campground is the primary camping area within Bothe-Napa Valley State Park, a 1,900-acre preserve located between Calistoga and St. Helena on Highway 29. The campground is nestled in a forested canyon along Ritchey Creek, with sites shaded by towering coastal redwoods, Douglas fir, tanoak, and madrone trees. The park offers over 10 miles of hiking trails, including the popular Redwood Trail that follows Ritchey Creek through fern-covered canyon floors. The geology is principally volcanic, with visible volcanic ash cliffs in upper Ritchey Canyon. A seasonal swimming pool operates on summer weekends. Beyond the standard tent and RV sites, the park also offers yurts and restored historic cabins bookable through ReserveCalifornia. Sites include fire rings and picnic tables, with flush restrooms and coin-operated showers centrally located. The campground is popular with both tent campers and RVers, though the narrow access road and smaller site pads favor smaller rigs. Dogs are permitted in the campground when leashed.
Directions
From Highway 29/128 between Calistoga and St. Helena, the park entrance is on the west side of the highway approximately 4 miles north of St. Helena and 4 miles south of Calistoga.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $43 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 31ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 24ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (707) 942-4575 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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