China Camp State Park

R.R. No. 1 Box 244
San Rafael, CA  94901
(415) 456-076

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

Description

China Camp is located on the southeast shore of San Pablo Bay, just three miles from downtown San Rafael in Marin County.  The park is easily reachable by way of Highway 101.  The 1,640-acre park has a variety of natural scenery and some fine trails along the San Pablo ridge that features magnificent 360-degree views of the North Bay.  China Camp offers a rich history of the Coast Miwok Indians and the Chinese immigration in the area as early as the gold rush days.

Activities

  • Camping
  • Photography
  • Exhibits
  • Group Tour Reservations
  • Hiking
  • Boating
  • State Historical Landmark
  • Swimming

Facilities

The China Camp Historic Area offers picnic areas, museum, concession stand, swimming and hand –launch boating.  There are 30 hike-in developed campsites with showers and flush toilets.

Fire:  Designated fire rings only.

Water:  Available in the campground.

Wood:  No wood gathering—see park staff.

Comments

State park rules are strictly enforced at China Camp in order to protect this unique natural and historical resource.  For further information, please feel free to contact the park staff.

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