Van Damme Sp Hike/bike Campsite
The campground is open and operating on a first-come, first-served basis. A temporary single-lane bridge (10 feet wide, 53 feet long) is in place to access campsites east of Little River. Maximum stay is two nights per visit.
About
Van Damme State Park's hike and bike campsite serves as a stopover for cyclists and pedestrians traveling the Mendocino Coast. These sites are exclusively for non-motorized travelers and operate on a first-come, first-served basis. The campsite offers basic amenities including pit toilets, picnic tables, and centralized water access. The park itself spans 1,831 acres and features a scenic beach, the fern-carpeted Fern Canyon Scenic Trail along Little River, and the unique Pygmy Forest where mature cypress and pine trees stand only inches to feet tall. Visitors can hike, jog, or bicycle the paved canyon trail. The main campground has over 65 drive-in sites, but the hike/bike area is separate and designed for short stays of one to two nights maximum. Dogs are not permitted on trails or at hike-in sites, a policy common to California State Parks backcountry camping. Hike and bike campers are limited to 10 days per calendar year across all California State Parks.
Directions
Located three miles south of the town of Mendocino on Highway One. The park entrance is on the east side of Highway One.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (707) 937-5804 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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