Mendocino Woodlands State Park

The Park is currently OPEN.

Please check the hours of operation.

Contact Number

  • (707) 937-5755

Park Accessibility Information

Park Hours

  • Call the park for operating hours and group arrival schedules.

Park Activities

No

Visiting State Parks With Your Dog

Historical/Cultural Site
Exhibits and Programs
Fishing
Nature & Wildlife Viewing
Family Programs
Geocaching
Hiking Trails

Park Facilities

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Lodging
Alternative Camping
Restrooms / Showers
Drinking Water Available

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Park Directions

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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.

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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.

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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