Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights19 sites open for every nightA forested campground near fishing, and hiking. RV fit varies by site.
Benbow State Recreation Area is popular for camping, hiking, swimming, and picknicking in the summer, as well as salmon and steelhead fishing in the winter. The Campground and Day Use areas are separated by the South Fork of the Eel River, which was formerly dammed every summer to create Benbow Lake.
















Length limits vary by campsite.
Check dates on UseDirect. Showing 40 of 68 sites.
| Site | Fr 13 | Sa 14 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 3 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 4 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 5 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 6 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 7 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 9 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 10 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 11 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 12 lower loop (sites 1-21) |
Benbow SRA: Stay Limits
Maximum allowable stay is thirty (30) nights per calendar year per park, with no more than fifteen (15) of these nights permitted during the summer season.
Maximum Allowable Stay
Occupancy by the same persons, equipment, or vehicle(s) is limited as follows:
1. Individual campsites - Maximum allowable stay is thirty (30) nights per calendar year per park, with no more than seven (7) of these nights permitted during the summer season (May 1 through September 30), and no more than fifteen (15) consecutive nights the rest of the year. After maximum allowable consecutive use has been reached no person or equipment may re-enter the same park to use any camping facilities until the expiration of at least two nights (48 hours).
2. Group and Environmental campsites - Maximum allowable stay is fourteen (14) nights per calendar year per park, with no more than seven (7) nights of consecutive use per visit. After maximum allowable consecutive use has been reached no person or equipment may re-enter the same park to use any camping facilities until the expiration of at least two nights (48 hours).
3. Hike and Bike campsites - Maximum allowable stay is seven (7) nights per calendar year per park, with no more than two (2) nights of consecutive use per visit. After maximum allowable consecutive use has been reached no person or equipment may re-enter the same park to use any camping facilities until the expiration of at least two nights (48 hours).
4. Cabins - Maximum allowable stay is fifteen (15) nights per calendar year, with no more than seven (7) consecutive nights permitted during the summer season (May 1 through September 30). After maximum allowable consecutive use has been reached no person or equipment may re-enter the park to use any camping facilities until the expiration of at least two nights (48 hours).
From the California State Parks booking site, checked Nov 7, 2026.
1600 Us Highway 101, #8
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| $35 |
| 13 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 14 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 15 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 16 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 17 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 18 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 19 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 20 lower loop (sites 1-21) | – | – | $35 |
| 22 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 23 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 24 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 25 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 26 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 27 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 37 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 38 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 39 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 41 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 43 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 40 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 42 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 46 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 32 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 35 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 28 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 29 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 30 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 31 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 33 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
| 34 middle loop (sites 22-47) | – | – | $35 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights19 sites open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights3 sites open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights1 site open for every nightAn idea to start from, built from this campground's listing and real tours nearby. Times, openings and prices change, so check each before you go.
Rentals that may deliver here and whose listed length fits sites up to 30 ft. Delivery may be available — confirm fees and dates with the owner before you book.

Travel trailer · 21 ft · sleeps 3 · 78 mi from campground
$120/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
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Travel trailer · 29 ft · sleeps 7 · 132 mi from campground
$142/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
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Class C motorhome · 24 ft · sleeps 6 · 159 mi from campground
$230/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
View rentalPaid experiences on Viator. Distances are from this campground when the tour lists its own start point.

Mendocino area · 2 hr · from $286/person

Mendocino area · 2 hr · from $70/person

Mendocino area · 1.3 hr · from $54/person

Mendocino area · 4 hr · from $65/person
68 individual reservable campsites from California State Parks, checked Nov 7. Rates are the listed nightly rates.
68 sites · $35/night
Loops: Upper Loop (sites 48-75) (27), Middle Loop (sites 22-47) (23), Lower Loop (sites 1-21) (18)
0 open Nov 13–Nov 15

Mendocino area · 1 hr · from $168/person

Mendocino area · 30 min · from $25/person

Mendocino area · 2.5 hr · from $25/person

Mendocino area · 2 hr–2.5 hr · from $10/person

Mendocino area · 2 hr · from $27/person