Austin Creek State Recreation Area

17000 Armstrong Woods Rd
Guerneville, CA 95446
(707) 869-2015 or (707) 865-2391

http://www.parks.ca.gov/

Description

Located adjacent to Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve, Austin Creek has miles of trails creating access to 4,236 acres of open forest and rolling hills. Be sure to stop at the Visitor Center on the way in for more information on the wide variety of flora and fauna that can be seen and explored within the park. Licensed anglers can fish BullFrog Pond, but all streams are closed in order to protect vitally important spawning habitats. Armstrong Redwoods offers trails and self-guided walks through old-growth coast redwoods. Check the Visitor Center for more information on these walks and other interpretive activities.

Activities

• Camping
• Fishing (designated areas only)
• Exhibits
• Horseback Riding
• Hiking
• Nature Study
• Bird Watching
• Interpretive Programs

Facilities

There are 24 family campsites located near BullFrog Pond. Campsites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis only. Tables, fire rings, flush toilets and portable water are provided. Three backcountry primitive campsites are located in the park. Permits are required and can be obtain at the Armstrong Redwoods park office during business hours, and are available on a first-come, first serve basis only. Each campsite has a table and fire ring. A horse riding and pack station concession is available in the park.

Fire: Designated fire pits only—no ground fires during high fire danger.

Water: In family camp water is O.K.—backcountry water should be purified prior to drinking. Use of a micro-filter is recommended.

Wood: See park staff-no wood gathering.

Comments

We recommend this park for a first time backpacking experience for young Scouts or a weekend experience in preparation for a weeklong trek. Also an excellent park for coast redwood study in Armstrong Woods Reserve.

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