Best campgrounds in or around Redwoods NP?
We are thinking of traveling to northern California. More specifically the Redwood NP area. The trip will take place at the end of August. My question is two fold. First what are the best campgrounds,...
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When I was last there (September time frame), I stayed in a campground along the avenue of the giants, Mad River RV park and Patrick Point SP.
Mad River RV in Arcata is immaculate (almost sterile), has everything including a Mexican restaurant next door and a breakfast place around the corner (i.e. no need to drive). Also an interesting bike trail along the coast from there. Cost $$.
Patrick Point SP is further north, quiet and the appeal is agate beach. Even I could find some. No hook ups with coin operated showers. Large enough for short bike rides. I sat on the bluff for about an hour watching a small gray whale feeding.
When I last traveled here, California state parks were not accepting credit cards. Be prepared with cash. Be prepared with exact cash where iron rangers rule.
Mad River RV in Arcata is immaculate (almost sterile), has everything including a Mexican restaurant next door and a breakfast place around the corner (i.e. no need to drive). Also an interesting bike trail along the coast from there. Cost $$.
Patrick Point SP is further north, quiet and the appeal is agate beach. Even I could find some. No hook ups with coin operated showers. Large enough for short bike rides. I sat on the bluff for about an hour watching a small gray whale feeding.
When I last traveled here, California state parks were not accepting credit cards. Be prepared with cash. Be prepared with exact cash where iron rangers rule.
