Salt Point Sp Gerstle Cove Campground
The campground is open year-round. Walk-In Environmental Campsites and the visitor center are closed indefinitely. Reservations through ReserveCalifornia.com; some first-come, first-served sites may be available.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 4:23AM PDT until October 30 at 5:00PM PDT 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...Pacific Coast. * WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT Friday. * 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.9 ft above normal (7.7 ft MLLW) at 01:43 PM Thursday 10/29, and 1.6 ft above normal (7.4 ft MLLW) at 02:39 PM Friday 10/30. These predictions include up to 1.2 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
Gerstle Cove Campground occupies a prime location atop the coastal bluffs at Salt Point State Park in Sonoma County. The 30 developed family campsites are mostly level and paved, each equipped with a fire ring, picnic table, and bear-resistant food locker. Water spigots are distributed throughout the campground loops. The park lies about 90 miles north of San Francisco along the rugged Sonoma Coast. The campground is adjacent to Gerstle Cove, a designated State Marine Reserve protecting a thriving underwater kelp forest ecosystem. Tide pooling here is exceptional, though as a reserve, collecting anything is prohibited. The surrounding park offers hiking through pygmy forests, sandstone formations, and over 6 miles of coastline. Sea lions, harbor seals, and gray whales are common sights. Facilities include restrooms but no showers, hookups, or dump station. Campers needing to fill water tanks or dump waste can use Bodega Dunes Campground at no charge. Dogs are permitted on-leash in the campground and paved areas but prohibited on trails and beaches.
Directions
From San Francisco, take US-101 north to Petaluma. Exit onto Bodega Avenue/D Street west, which becomes Valley Ford Road then Highway 1. Continue north on Highway 1 for approximately 35 miles past Bodega Bay and Jenner. The park entrance is on the left.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 31ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 31ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (707) 847-3221 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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