Salt Point State Park
The Park is currently OPEN WITH RESTRICTIONS IN SERVICES AND/OR FACILITIES.
Please check the hours of operation.Park Facilities
Trailer: 31 Feet
Camper/Motorhome: 36 Feet
Camper/Motorhome: 36 Feet
En route Campsites
Family Campsites
Group Campsites
Hike or Bike Campsites
Primitive Camping
RV Access
Family Campsites
Group Campsites
Hike or Bike Campsites
Primitive Camping
RV Access
Parking
Restrooms
Drinking Water Available
Restrooms
Drinking Water Available
Boating
NOTICE: Due to ongoing maintenance of water systems, Gerstle Cove Campground and Day Use are currently without running water and plumbed restrooms - chem toilets and hand washing stations are available. Please plan on bringing your own water and drinking water.
We apologize for the inconvenience. For cancellations and refund requests, please contact Reserve California at 1-800-444-7275.
We apologize for the inconvenience. For cancellations and refund requests, please contact Reserve California at 1-800-444-7275.
Rocky promontories, panoramic views, kelp-dotted coves, and the dramatic sounds of pounding surf; open grasslands, forested hills, pristine prairies, and pygmy forests - experience these coastal wonders at Salt Point State Park! With 20+ miles of hiking trails, over six miles of rugged coastline, and an underwater park, you can enjoy a variety of picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, skin and scuba diving, fishing, and camping. The weather can be changeable along the Northern California Coast. Even summertime can be cool, as fog hugs the coastline and ocean winds chill the air. We recommend layered clothing for your visit.
Fungi Foraging at Salt Point: ABSOLUTELY NO FORAGING ALLOWED AT KRUSE RHODODENDRON NATURAL RESERVE.
Collection of fungi for personal use is allowed ONLY at Salt Point State Park; No collection for sale is permitted. No person shall gather more than 2 pounds or one mushroom (whichever is greater) per day. No person shall be in possession of more than 2 pounds or one mushroom per day.
Organized groups larger than 10 people and up to 50 people MUST obtain a permit to attend and collect, and are subject to fees and insurance requirements. A limit of 2 pounds per person or one mushroom per day is allowed for group collection activities. Contact [email protected] for more information.
Collection of fungi for personal use is allowed ONLY at Salt Point State Park; No collection for sale is permitted. No person shall gather more than 2 pounds or one mushroom (whichever is greater) per day. No person shall be in possession of more than 2 pounds or one mushroom per day.
Organized groups larger than 10 people and up to 50 people MUST obtain a permit to attend and collect, and are subject to fees and insurance requirements. A limit of 2 pounds per person or one mushroom per day is allowed for group collection activities. Contact [email protected] for more information.
No Drones Allowed in Park
- The noise and sight of drones can alter other people’s enjoyment of nature.
- A drone hovering nearby can feel intrusive and threatening.
- Drones can capture photographs and video without someone’s permission.
- Drones mimic the behavior of predatory birds and can frighten wildlife.
Special Events
Special Events are activities which are beyond the normal scope of recreation and operations conducted in units under control of the Department of Parks and Recreation.
Special event permits allow short term use of Department lands or facilities for such purposes as sporting events (trail runs, bike races, fishing competitions), historical pageants and festivals, film productions, scientific research within school groups, mushroom foraging events, large reunions, weddings and receptions, banquets, or similar types of activities.
Permits are required for special events when:
- fees are charged by the event sponsor beyond the regular State Park Facility Use Fees
- the Department has determined the event will create a greater potential hazard or liability to the State than incurred through typical operations
- when the activity includes the exclusive use of an area within the park
- when the activity interferes significantly with the public’s use of an area
- when additional staffing or staff time is required
- where items or services are sold.
If you have any questions pertaining to special events or if you are curious if your get together would need a special event permit, please email [email protected].
