Mendocino Woodlands State Park

Park Hours

Call the park for operating hours and group arrival schedules.

Contact Information

(707) 937-5755

Are dogs Allowed?

No

Reservation Availability

No upcoming camping/lodging reservations at this time.

About Mendocino Woodlands State Park

Year-round group camping retreat facility and environmental center nestled in the heart of a redwood forest, just northeast of Mendocino.

From the town of Mendocino on Hwy 1, turn onto Little Lake Road and proceed E out about 5-1/2 miles to the end of the pavement. Bear right (see sign) and follow the gravel road (Road 720) about 3 miles to arrive at the Mendocino Woodlands Camp.

EV Information

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Overnight Facilities

  • Lodging
  • Alternative Camping
Other Facilities

  • Restrooms / Showers
  • Drinking Water Available
Day-Use Activities & Facilities

  • Historical/Cultural Site
  • Exhibits and Programs
  • Fishing
  • Nature & Wildlife Viewing
  • Family Programs
  • Geocaching
Trail Use

  • Hiking Trails

No Drones Allowed in Park

  • The noise and sight of drones can alter other people’s enjoyment of nature.
  • A drone hovering nearby can feel intrusive and threatening.
  • Drones can capture photographs and video without someone’s permission.
  • Drones mimic the behavior of predatory birds and can frighten wildlife.

For these reasons State Park units in the Sonoma-Mendocino Coast District do not allow launching, landing or the operation of drones on State Park property.

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The Mendocino Woodlands State Park is a year-round group camping retreat facility and environmental center nestled in the heart of the Redwood Forest, just Northeast of the town of Mendocino. A 720 acre park, the Woodlands offers three private group cabin camping areas, each with a large, well equipped kitchen, dining hall, cabins, showers and bathrooms. The camping areas can accommodate groups of 30 to 200.

Camping for Individuals: Individuals can enjoy the camp in three ways:

  • Contact a group camp listed on the Uncommon Vacations page to see if you can join. Many groups are looking to expand their numbers and would welcome you.
  • Become a Friends of the Woodlands volunteer for an inexpensive, fun-filled weekend. Help the Woodlands tackle a project for a few hours, and have the rest of the weekend to yourself. Meals and lodging included.
  • Sign up for Fall Weekend Workshops on interesting topics such as herbs, wilderness first aid, and more.

Main Lodge at Mendocino Woodlands

Our peaceful, rustic setting creates a unique learning environment for personal growth, retreats, training seminars, dance, music, church, youth and nature study groups. Plan a full day of activities or let each day unfold at its own pace.  Hiking trails, a large beaver pond, river otters, deer, fox and other natural amenities complete the "magic" of the Mendocino Woodlands.

Additional Visitor Services

  • Mendocino Woodlands Camp Assoc. (Environmental Science Camp)

Location/Directions
Mendocino Woodlands State Park is located north of the village in the redwood forest on Little Lake Road, about 150 miles north of San Francisco. View Map

Seasons/Climate/Recommended clothing
The weather can be changeable; layered clothing is recommended.

Timbertall path at Mendocino Woodlands

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