Wildcat Campground

Open — Open year-round for camping. Reservations available through ReserveCalifornia. Park hours are 8:00 AM to sunset.

About

Wildcat Campground is located at Hendy Woods State Park in Mendocino County, situated between two virgin redwood groves in the heart of California's Anderson Valley wine district. The campground features 49 sites on a wooded rise, offering a comfortable base for exploring the park's 80-acre Big Hendy Grove and 20-acre Little Hendy Grove, both featuring ancient coast redwoods that may be over 1,000 years old and 300 feet tall. The park is warmer and less foggy than coastal redwood parks, making it popular for summer swimming in the Navarro River and for kayaking and canoeing in late winter and early spring. Five miles of trails include the wheelchair-accessible Discovery Trail through Big Hendy Grove and paths to historic sites including the former dwelling of the famous Hendy Woods Hermit. The campground provides access to interpretive exhibits, Junior Ranger programs, and campfire programs. Wildcat Campground includes an accessible Puma Cabin with a ramp and nearby accessible restrooms. The park's day-use area features picnic facilities, barbecues, and wheelchair-accessible amenities. Dogs are allowed in the campground but must be leashed and are not permitted on trails. The location offers a quieter alternative to coastal redwood parks while remaining less than three hours from San Francisco.

Directions

Located 8 miles northwest of Boonville on Highway 128. Turn left on Philo-Greenwood Road. In 0.5 miles, turn left at the Hendy Woods State Park sign and proceed 0.2 miles to the ranger station.

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