How much does camping cost at Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground?

Camping fees at Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground range from $35-$45/night. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Book online to see exact pricing for your dates.

Is Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

What is the best time to visit Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground?

Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground is open Year-round. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground?

Yes, Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground has shower facilities available for campers. Check the amenities section for details on hours and any fees.

Can I have a campfire at Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground?

Fire policies at Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground: Campfires allowed in provided fire rings. Firewood available from camp host. Check for fire restrictions.. Always check current fire restrictions before your trip, as conditions change seasonally.

Is there cell service at Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground?

Cell phone service at Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground is generally available. Cell service is available. Coverage may vary by carrier and exact location within the campground.

How many campsites does Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground have?

Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground has 23 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Check availability online to find the best site for your needs.

Are dogs allowed at Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground. Dogs must typically be kept on a leash (usually 6 feet or shorter) and under control at all times. Be sure to clean up after your pet and check for any breed or size restrictions.

What amenities are available at Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground?

Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground offers: Restrooms, Showers, Potable Water, Dump Station, Electrical Hookups, Pets Allowed. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground?

Popular activities at Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground include Hiking, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing, Beach Activities. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground

4.42

62 reviews

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Quick Facts

49 ft

Price

$35 - $45/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

23 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Very Pet Friendly

ElectricShowers

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Real-Time Availability

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Quick Facts

49 ft

Price

$35 - $45/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

23 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Very Pet Friendly

ElectricShowers

Book on Sonoma County Regional Parks Official Website

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Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground

$35.00 - $45.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Standard site fees range from $35-45/night. Premium/hookup sites may be higher.

Standard Site Fee$35.00

Hike and Bike Site Fee$10.00

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Weather at Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground

Best Time to Camp at Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground

Fall brings the warmest, clearest weather on this stretch of coast. Daytime highs reach the mid-50s to upper-60s°F, fog lifts more reliably than in summer, and seas calm enough to make fishing from the cove more pleasant. Trails and bluff viewpoints are at their best for hiking and wildlife viewing. Crowd levels drop after Labor Day. Summer fog can blanket the area for days, keeping temperatures in the 50s-60s even in July. Pack layers. Winter sees more rainfall and cooler temperatures but offers solitude for campers who don't mind wet conditions. Spring brings milder weather but less predictability than fall. The tree-sheltered location provides some buffer from coastal winds year-round.

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4.5 / 5

Top 11% in CA

Fall brings the warmest, clearest weather and calmer seas—best season per notes.

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Operating Season: Year-round

About Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground

Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground sits among redwoods on the Sonoma coast, with 23 sites a short walk from a rocky cove across Highway 1. The campground charges $35-45/night and offers amenities like hot showers, electric hookups at six sites, and a dump station. A critical water advisory remains in effect: the well water tests positive for E. coli, so you'll need to bring your own drinking water.

Weather and SeasonsFall brings the warmest, clearest weather on this stretch of coast. Daytime highs reach the mid-50s to upper-60s°F, fog lifts more reliably than in summer, and seas calm enough to make fishing from the cove more pleasant. Trails and bluff viewpoints are at their best for hiking and wildlife viewing. Crowd levels drop after Labor Day. Summer fog can blanket the area for days, keeping temperatures in the 50s-60s even in July. Pack layers. Winter sees more rainfall and cooler temperatures but offers solitude for campers who don't mind wet conditions. Spring brings milder weather but less predictability than fall. The tree-sheltered location provides some buffer from coastal winds year-round.

Natural Features and SceneryThe campground occupies a forested canyon inland from the coast. Redwoods provide shade and screen most sites from each other, though Highway 1 runs nearby. A half-mile trail drops through the canyon to the cove, where tidepools and rock outcrops make for good wildlife viewing but dangerous swimming. The park's 1.6-mile Canyon Trail winds through the redwood grove, and the Stillwater Bluff Trail climbs to ocean views from windswept headlands. You're at 49 feet elevation here, sheltered from coastal winds that can make beachfront camping uncomfortable. Black bears roam the area, so Leave No Trace practices matter. The contrast between the intimate forest setting and the rugged shoreline works in the campground's favor: you get the sound of waves without the full exposure to wind and fog.

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Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Stay Limit

Up to 14 consecutive nights

Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are allowed

Primitive

Primitive camping is not allowed

Reservable

Reservations are allowed

Site layoutThe 23 sites spread along a loop on the inland side of Highway 1. Trees provide good to excellent screening between sites, with spacing that feels medium overall. Sites 20-21 are larger but require navigating the hillside terrain.

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AccessibilityAccessible camping areas available.

Site SizeMedium-sized sites. Sites 20-21 are larger but on hillside.

PrivacyGood to excellent privacy. Wooded setting provides screening.

Total Campsites23 campsites

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Amenities available

Stillwater Cove provides solid amenities for a regional park campground, with 23 sites accommodating tents, trailers, and RVs up to 31 feet in length. Sites 3-5 and 8-10 offer electrical hookups for RVers, while sites 20-23 are tent-only and offer the most seclusion. The campground features coin-operated hot showers, flush toilets, and a dump station for RV waste disposal. Two ADA-accessible sites ensure the park welcomes visitors with mobility challenges, and restrooms include electrical outlets for convenience. A dedicated hiker/biker site provides budget-friendly options for human-powered travelers. Potable water is available but requires boiling before consumption due to bacterial contamination. Firewood can be purchased on-site, and a fish butchering station keeps cleanup away from individual campsites. Generator use is permitted from 8am-8pm only. Dogs are welcome on leash for a $2 per night fee. Reservations can be made up to six months in advance, with 20 of 23 sites reservable.

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Electric hookups6 of 39 sites (15%)

Activities you can enjoy

The campground serves as an excellent hub for coastal exploration and outdoor recreation. Beach access is the main draw, with the protected cove offering excellent tidepooling during low tides—bring waterproof boots to explore the marine life—and surf fishing opportunities for those with appropriate gear. Hiking trails range from the easy half-mile Canyon Trail through redwoods to the beach, to the more challenging Stillwater Bluff Trail offering dramatic ocean overlook views. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, from spotting black bears in the forested areas (practice proper food storage) to observing seabirds and marine mammals along the coast. Photography enthusiasts will find endless subjects, from misty forest scenes to dramatic coastal sunsets. Kayaking is possible for experienced paddlers willing to launch from the beach, though conditions require careful assessment. Day trips to nearby Fort Ross State Historic Park, Salt Point State Park, and Jenner's sea stacks expand your adventure options considerably.

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4.4

62 reviews

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Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Stillwater Cove Regional Park Campground is widely praised as a quiet, simple, and scenic coastal campground with easy access to a rocky cove and redwood forest trails, making it a favorite for many repeat visitors. A few campers, however, find the proximity to Highway 1, the lack of potable water, and some tight sites to be notable drawbacks.

Review Summaries

Based on 62 reviews

What Campers Love

["Short, easy walk to a beautiful rocky cove and beach right across Highway 1, great for tidepooling, wildlife viewing, and listening to the waves rather than swimming.", "Pleasant forest setting...

Based on 62 reviews

Common Concerns

Highway 1 noise is audible throughout much of the campground, though trees muffle the sound considerably and sites 20-23 experience less traffic noise—light sleepers should bring earpicks or white...

Based on 62 reviews

Site-Specific Reviews

Site #9 is described as a quiet, uncrowded site right off Highway 1, and another reviewer calls site 21 “the best spot,” though it needed some weeding.

Based on 62 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

["Bring your own drinking water; the campground\u2019s well water is currently not safe to drink (E. coli) and is only suitable for washing and showers.", "Pack plenty of quarters for the...

Based on 62 reviews

Seasonal Insights

Reviews don’t consistently mention specific seasons, but several comments about quiet stays and misty, foggy, “fairy‑like” conditions suggest that even cooler, off‑peak coastal weather is enjoyable...

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Camper Quotes

["\u201cThis is the exact kind of campground we were looking for. Super simple. Not a ton of people.\u201d", "\u201cIf you're looking for peace and quiet, do not stay at this campground. It's located...

Based on 62 reviews

Accessibility Features

One camper used the designated handicapped site and found it very nice, with a concrete pad, trees, a sense of privacy, and level, easy parking for an RV beside the site.

Based on 62 reviews

Pet-Friendly Features

Dogs are allowed on the trails, and one reviewer specifically praised the “amazing” hiking with dogs through the redwoods, suggesting the campground and nearby trails are pet‑friendly.

Based on 62 reviews

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Tidepoolers, shore fishers, and abalone divers who can pack in their own water. Sites 20-23 offer the most seclusion and least highway noise, and fall is the clear sweet spot when fog lifts and crowds thin after Labor Day.

Skip if

Hauling in all your drinking water on top of coin-op showers already feels like too much friction for the price. Highway 1 noise carries throughout the loop, and light sleepers who didn't grab sites 20-23 will notice it after 10pm.

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Woodside Campground sits on the eastern slopes of Highway 1 in Salt Point State Park, with 79 campsites tucked into a dense forest of conifers. Sites run $35 per night and accommodate tents, RVs, and groups. The campground has two loops: the lower loop closer to Highway 1 and an upper loop with more seclusion. Reservations are strongly recommended from March 15 through October 31.