Richardson Grove State Park

This is another wonderful campground we have stayed at in the past. Campsites range from secluded in the beautiful redwood trees to across the river and more open spaces in among redwoods and oak trees. You can go down to the river and swim which is great on the hot days of summer. The only thing to remember about this campground for RVers is the size limitations. We went in there with a 25 foot bumper pull and we were barely able to get to the other side of the river. The road over there winds between giant redwood trees making it pretty tight for long tailers and motorhomes. Otherwise it is a beautiful campground and is a short drive from the Avenue of the Giants. Read below for more info from the State Parks about this campground!

Established in 1922 and named after Friend W. Richardson, the 25th governor of California, the park is bisected by Hwy. 101 and the south fork of the Eel River. Camping, hiking, swimming, and just relaxing are popular activities throughout much of the year. Fishing for salmon and steelhead is popular during the winter.Richardson Grove State Park is where you first encounter significant old growth redwood forest when coming north. The 9th tallest coast redwood, a fallen tree ring study conducted in 1933, and a walk-through tree are immediately available.Richardson Grove State Park is located within "Bear Country".State Park regulations require visitors to store food and scented items properly at all times.
Location/ DirectionsSeven miles south of Garberville on Highway 101.Latitude/Longitude: 40.0172 / -123.7917Seasons/Climate/Recommended clothingSummer 75-95 degrees.Morning & evening fog is common.Winter 30-50 degrees.Dress for rain.
Facilities - ActivitiesOver nine miles of hiking trails, picnic area with ample parking, river access, and seasonal fishing. The park offers a variety of Interpretive/Educational programs during the summer including evening campfire programs, Junior Rangers, and guided nature walks. A visitor center and nature store are located in the historic 1930’s Richardson Grove lodge and are also open May - September.

Wi-Fi ServiceRichardson Grove State Park now offers AT&T Wi-Fi Service!This service enables park visitors with wireless enabled laptop computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs) to access the Internet. Park visitors will be able to gain Wi-Fi access when they use a wireless device within about 150 to 200 feet of the Ranger Station located at the park entrance. For more information about this service please see January 19, 2005, News Release.
January 19, 2005, News Release (pdf)