Madrone Campground is on the west side of Highway 101 in Richardson Grove State Park. Campers at Madrone can follow the Exhibit Trail to the Visitor Center, the swim beach, and other park features. Fishing is popular in the winter. In the summer when water levels are safe, swimming is a favorite activity. A number of informative, self-guided nature trails wind through the park.
Madrone Campground offers 40 campsites, sites #37-76. All of the sites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents.
Madrone Campground also has 4 cabins which may be reserved. One cabin sleeps 2 people, the other three cabins sleep 3. Several additional people can be outside in a tent or trailer. Those renting cabins supply their own bedding, dishes, and cooking supplies. No pets in cabins. $70-$80 per night.
| Madrone Campground Basics | |
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| Madrone Campground Location: | Richardson Grove State Park, Highway 101, southern Humboldt County. |
| Elevation: | 490 feet |
| Camping Season: | Open year-round |
| Number of Sites: | 40 |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle or trailer (fee per night for additional vehicle) |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | California State Parks |
| Richardson Grove State Park Headquarters: | (707) 247-3318 |
| Reservations for Madrone Campground | |
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| Reservations accepted: | Reservations are available for camping dates during peak times; otherwise sites are first-come, first-served. |
| Booking Window: | Reservations can be made from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date. |
| Maximum Vehicle Length: | 30 feet |
| ADA accessible sites: | #40 and 44 |
| Fees: | $35 plus an $8 reservation fee |
| Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: | Madrone Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, Noon |
| Madrone Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, food locker, fire grill |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water, WiFi near the ranger station |
| Showers: | Yes, 25 cents for 2 minutes |
| Dump Station: | Nearby |
| Campground Map: | Richardson Grove Campground Map |
| Attractions near Madrone Campground: | From Madrone Campground hike the 2.1-mile Durphy Creek Trail or the Lookout Point Trail which, of course, leads to Lookout Point. Fish or swim (when water levels are safe) in the Eel River. Tour the park's Visitor Center. Walk along self-guided nature trails, including The Grove Interpretive Trail. |
Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation site, check to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Madrone Campground
Richardson Grove State Park is home to some of the most magnificent stands of old-growth coastal redwoods in California. Campers at Madrone Campground have the option of renting a cabin.
Check Richardson Grove State Park for any campground updates.
