Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground

Humboldt County

Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park, California
Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park, California

Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground

Humboldt County


Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground

Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground is located along Highway 36 and the Van Duzen River in Humboldt County. The campground is 17 miles east of Highway 101 at Alton. Visitors here enjoy a quieter setting for viewing the redwoods and for camping. Humboldt Redwoods State Park and Avenue of the Giants are a half-hour's drive away. At Grizzly Creek campers find a nice Visitor Center with exhibits, short trails, and plenty of towering redwoods. Fishing in the river is catch-and-release with barbless hooks.

Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground has 28 campsites. Ten of the sites are tent-only. The others can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents; but many have small parking areas. The larger sites can fit RVs or trailers up to 24 feet. The campground also includes a Group Site and a Hike & Bike site.

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Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground Basics
Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground Location: Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park, Highway 36, 17 miles east of Highway 101 at Alton
Elevation: 360 feet
Camping Season: Open late May to early September
Number of Sites: 28
Max. People per Site: 8 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 2 (fee per night for 2nd vehicle)
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by California State Parks
Grizzly Creek Redwoods Park Headquarters: (707) 777-3683

Reservations at Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground
Reservations accepted: whenever the campground is open; some sites may be available first-some, first-served.
Booking Window: Reservations can be made from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Maximum Vehicle Length: RVs 24 feet, trailers 24 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites: #12
Fees: $35 per night
Hike & Bike - $7
Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, Noon

Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire grill, food storage locker; no hook-ups
Campground: Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water
Showers: Yes, 25 cents for 2 minutes
Dump Station: No
Attractions near Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground: Stroll along short hiking trails. Drop in to the Visitor Center. Visit the Cheatham Grove of redwoods. Fish in the Van Duzen River. Head over to nearby Van Duzen County Park for swimming in the river when water levels are safe.


Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Group Campsite

Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park has one group campsite.
Fee: $90 per night

General Camping Information

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.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.




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Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground

Redwood Empire Attractions

The Redwood Empire includes a number of state and national parks with magnificent groves of old-growth coastal redwoods. Visitors to Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground are next to the gentle Van Duzen River. Campers have many wonderful attractions to explore throughout the Redwood Empire.

  • Many consider Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park the best of all the Redwood Empire parks with its beautiful campsites, meandering trails, and the grand Smith River.
  • Visit Richardson Grove State Park with magnificent redwoods and excellent campgrounds.
  • Discover Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park, a secluded redwoods park off the main highway.
  • Enjoy all the wonders of Humboldt Redwoods State Park with the Avenue of the Giants.
  • Don't overlook magnificent Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park which spreads over 14,000 acres. View wandering herds of elk, old-growth redwoods, and 10 miles of beach.
  • Seek out other parts of Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park.


Key Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground Regulations

  1. Wood collecting is not allowed, including twigs and leaves.
  2. Generators may only be operated sparingly from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  3. Bicycles are only allowed on paved roads.
  4. Beaches are not safe for swimming.
  5. Store food and all scented items in provided bear-proof lockers or containers.

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