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Price
$45/night
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Reservable
Sites
65 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Select a month, then check for open campsites
Price
$45/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
65 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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Three miles south of Mendocino on Highway 1, Van Damme State Park, Little River, CA
Hikers and kayakers get the most out of this place. Fern Canyon's 5-mile round trip is easy enough for kids, Van Damme Beach has seasonal kayak rentals, and site 30 delivers the privacy that entrance-loop sites don't. Bring quarters for the $1 showers.
Trailers heading to east-side sites face a temporary 10-foot-wide bridge requiring a sharp right turn plus U-turn on exit, no room for error. AT&T gets zero signal here, and entrance-loop sites are tight enough that neighbors are basically campmates.
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Spring brings the best conditions: daytime highs around 55-65°F, cool nights in the mid-40s to low-50s. Coastal wildflowers bloom along the trails and migratory birds pass through. Summer mornings start foggy, clearing to sun by afternoon, though evenings stay cool. Winter storms drench the area and trails stay muddy well into spring. Pack waterproof boots year-round. The ocean moderates temperatures in all seasons, so bring layers even in summer.
Described as best season: mild temps, coastal wildflowers, migratory birds and busy peak-season vibe.
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Enroute Campsites at Van Damme State Park offer a range of amenities suitable for families and individuals seeking a blend of nature and convenience. The campground has flush toilets and hot showers, which are described as well-maintained and clean by multiple user reviews. Drinking water is available through community water spigots spaced approximately every 4-5 sites. Firewood can be purchased for $10 a box from the camp host or $7.50 a bundle from local stores.
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