Location: Mendocino Coast, California
VAN DAMME STATE PARK: Is a lovely park located off of Highway
1, approximately 3 miles south of the coastal town of Mendocino.
The park is rich in historical resources and extensive history
of the redwood timber industry. One of the best ways to get a
true perspective of this unique and unusual coastline is by Kayak.
The campground is separated by Highway 1 and the Fern Canyon trail
head, which is east and the beach is west.
CLIMATE: As with any coastal town on the Northern California
coast, climates vary and layered clothing is recommended.
ACTIVITIES: This Park is known for the scenic 10 mile hiking
trails along the luxuriant Fern Canyon of “Little River,”
and is loaded with mature, cone-bearing cypress and pine trees.
Skunk cabbage grows in large quantity. Jogging and bicycling is
also popular along the paved road on the trail. California kayaking
and Abalone diving are popular activities at the beach and Kayak
tours are available.
Other activities include:
Campsites (Campers Max. length 35’)
Group Campsites
Guided Tours
Fishing
Nature Trails
Hiking Trails
Swimming
Picnicking
Wine Tasting
Shopping in Mendocino
Facilities:
Restrooms
RV Dump Station
Showers
Visitor Center
Wi-Fi Service: SBC FreedomLink Service for Internet access
Reservations are highly recommended.
Telephone: 707-937-5804
LOCAL FLAVOR: The town of Mendocino is filled with wonderful
galleries, shops and quaint bed and breakfast inns or redwood
cabins to choose from. From its beautiful beaches and quaint coastal
towns, to its growing inland communities, beautiful Mendocino
wineries and lush redwood forests, it is a unique experience in
California travel. Discover exceptional and interesting shops,
fine restaurants or down home cafes, forest retreats or ocean
view rooms. Check out the Mendocino art scene or plan your Mendocino
wedding, as it is a popular place for young lovers, or plan your
trip around the Whale Festival. Wine tasting is another popular
pass time in Mendocino.
LODGING:
Van Damme State Park (Campsite)
http://www.mendocinoguide.com/mendocino_lodging.html
©Copyright 2006 Carla Iacovetti
