MENDOCINO WOODLANDS STATE PARK
The Mendocino Woodlands State Park is a year-round group camping retreat facility and environmental center nestled in the heart of the Redwood Forest, just Northeast of the town of Mendocino. A 720 acre park, the Woodlands offers three private group cabin camping areas, each with a large, well equipped kitchen, dining hall, cabins, showers and bathrooms. The camping areas can accommodate groups of 30 to 200.
Our peaceful, rustic setting creates a unique learning environment for personal growth, retreats, training seminars, dance, music, church, youth and nature study groups. Plan a full day of activities or let each day unfold at its own pace. Hiking trails, a large beaver pond, river otters, deer, fox and other natural amenities complete the "magic" of the Mendocino Woodlands.
Established in 1938, this park is located near Mendocino, California. It was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) during the Great Depression era as part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal program.
The CCC used local redwood and Douglas fir to construct cabins, campgrounds and a dining hall within its boundaries. The aim was to provide recreational facilities for urban dwellers while preserving natural resources.
In 1947 it became one of four state parks operated by the California Department of Parks and Recreation under an agreement with National Park Service until today.
It received recognition from UNESCO in 1983 when designated as World Biosphere Reserve due to its diverse ecosystem including old-growth forests home to various wildlife species.
Today it offers year-round camping opportunities along with hiking trails through dense forest areas providing visitors unique experiences amidst nature's beauty.
Individuals can enjoy the camp in three ways:
? Contact a group camp listed on the Uncommon Vacations page to see if you can join. Many groups are looking to expand their numbers and would welcome you.
? Become a Friends of the Woodlands volunteer for an inexpensive, fun-filled weekend. Help the Woodlands tackle a project for a few hours, and have the rest of the weekend to yourself. Meals and lodging included.
? Sign up for Fall Weekend Workshops on interesting topics such as herbs, wilderness first aid, and more.