Willow Creek Environmental Camp

25381 Steelhead Blvd.
Duncans Mills, CA 95430
Description

When open, Willow Creek Campground offers 11 first-come first-served primitive campsites. There are fire rings, picnic tables, and pit toilets available. All of the walk in campsites are within 1/4 mile from the parking lot and there is no running water. This is the only state park campground located near the Russian River.

The sites are mostly shaded by willows and are relatively close to a large beach for swimming and fishing. Blue heron, egrets, osprey, and occasionally river otters can be seen by the river. To protect the wildlife, no dogs are allowed. Dogs are not allowed in the campsites and dogs must be attended to/under your direct control at all times in the parking lot.

These sites are not on the reservation system and are first-come, first-served only. Please only camp in the designated number campsites, camping outside of these campsites may result in eviction. You must self-register prior to occupying a campsite. There is no credit card facilities, you must pay with cash or check. Willow Creek Campground is a dry campground, there is no water available. Please pack in/pack out all trash. Please check the website to make sure the campground is open.

Amenities

Willow Creek Environmental Camp

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