Hendy Woods State Park Campground
18599 Philo Greenwood Rd, Philo, CA 95466, United States
Overview
Located west of Clear Lake in Mendocino County, Hendy Woods State Park Campground has 1 hike-and-bike site, 4 cabins, and 92 campsites spread over two separate loops known as Wildcat Campground and Azalea Campground. Individual sites can accommodate tents or RVs with a maximum length of 35 feet. Hendy Woods does not have a group site.
Amenities include water, showers, restrooms, picnic tables, and fire rings. Firewood is available for sale through the camp host or at the park’s ranger station. Guests may use the Hendy Woods State Park dump station located outside the campground. Of the 92 standard campsites, 3 of the ADA-accessible sites include a standard 120-volt plug. Otherwise, there are no hookups available.
The campground is open all year, but some sites are only assigned on a first-come, first-served basis outside of the peak season of late April through early September. Dogs are allowed within the campground and day-use areas, but they aren’t permitted on trails.
Best Campsites at Hendy Woods State Park Campground
Below are Power Camper’s recommended sites if you want to have the best experience at Hendy Woods State Park Campground.
ADA-Accessible Sites With Electricity: #37, #40, #41
- Includes 120-volt plug at each site
- Centrally located within the Azalea Campground loop
- Close to water
- Downside: slight distance to bathrooms and showers
Best Site With Sunshine: #16
- Close to water, restrooms, and showers
- Located in a quieter area of the campground
- Short distance to Little Hendy Trail
Closest to Amenities: Sites #48–#50
- Next to water, restrooms, and showers
- Close to camp host and Visitor Center
- Easy access to Hermit Hut Trail
- Short distance to the main road
- Downside: area may be more congested
Unique Experiences
- Pack a lunch and head out to one of the 12 picnicking sites located along the banks of the Navarro River for an unforgettable meal and some fun in the water.
- Take the 0.6-mile wheelchair-accessible Discovery Trail to tour the redwood groves and see the breathtaking beauty of old-growth forests.
- Drive out to Toulouse Vineyards & Winery or Brashley Vineyards Tasting Room to sample a host of local wines, learn how wine is made, and experience California wine country at its best.
- Bring bicycles along to get some exercise and enjoy the fresh air on the park’s paved roads.
Hendy Woods State Park Campground Campground Rules
Pet Friendly
YesMax Trailer/RV Length
35 feetMax People per Site
8 for campsites. 4–6 for cabins. 6 for hike-and-bike siteMax Vehicles per Site
3 for campsites. 2 for cabins. 0 for hike-and-bike siteFires Allowed
YesHendy Woods State Park Campground Reservation Information
Reservations Allowed?
Reservations Required?
NoReservations for the cabins, hike-and-bike site, and standard sites are available online at www.reservecalifornia.com or by phone at 1-800-444-7275. A nonrefundable $7.99 booking fee applies to all reservations.
Some sites can be reserved any time of year. Others are only open to reservations during the peak season from the end of April until the beginning of September. Outside of that window, they become first come, first served.
Cabins can accommodate 4 guests inside the cabin, 2 guests on the attached tent pad, and 2 vehicles. One of the cabins is wheelchair accessible. Standard sites fit 8 people and 3 vehicles. Rates are $70 and $45 per night, respectively. There is also a hike-and-bike site for up to 6 guests for $10 nightly.
Group Camping Reservations
There is no group site at Hendy Woods. Adjoining individual sites may be booked together to serve as a group site, but there are no discounts or special provisions available for groups.
Campsite Reservation Cancellations
Cancellations may be submitted through the online portal at www.reservecalifornia.com. Guests may also cancel by phone at 1-800-444-7275. All cancellations will be subject to a $7.99 fee. An additional fee equal to a single night’s stay will be applied to late cancellations that occur after 6 p.m. the night before arrival.
Hendy Woods State Park Campground Campground Cost
Single Sites
$45Cabins
$70Hike and Bike
$10Activities
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Bike Trails
Boating
Photography
Canoeing / Kayaking
Wildlife Viewing
Historic Sites
Nature Trails
Stargazing
Picnicking
Amenities
RV/Trailers
Hookups
Pull Through Spots
Pet Friendly
ADA Sites
Showers
Grills
Potable Water
Wood for Sale
Storage Lockers
Showers
Campfire Rings
Visitors/Rec Center
Picnic Tables
Directions
FAQs
Nearby Campgrounds to Hendy Woods State Park Campground
Hendy Woods State Park Campground is set in a forest environment with activities such hiking, swimming, and exploring the redwood groves. However, there is no beach or ocean access, and fishing is not allowed.
Camping amenities are a balance between the luxury of full hookups and primitive camping. With a dump station, water, and showers, it’s easy to manage longer stays at Hendy Woods. The price of $45 per night for standard sites is higher than many surrounding campgrounds. Guests can also stay at cabins, which are a unique feature of Hendy Woods.
For disabled guests, this campground offers 120-volt electric connections at multiple sites, accessible restrooms, an ADA-accessible cabin, and a wheelchair-friendly trail. This distinguishes Hendy Woods as especially conscious about accessibility compared to many of the campgrounds and parks in California.
Bushay Recreation Area Campground
Bushay Recreation Area is open from late May through early September. It has over 100 sites, and amenities include water, showers, flush toilets, a dump station, and a playground. There is also a staging area for horses and a single site with electric and water hookups. Bushay Recreation Area also has three group sites for those traveling in larger numbers, which makes this campground more group-friendly than Hendy Woods. Lake Mendocino is great for swimming and water sports. It also allows fishing, which is not permitted at Hendy Woods, so anglers will have a much better experience at Bushay Recreation Area.
Van Damme State Park
Van Damme State Park Campground is the same price as Hendy Woods. It also offers hike-in camping in an area with redwoods, a group site, and a small selection of tent-only sites. This provides more variety for traditional camping than at Hendy Woods, which only offers the hike-and-bike site, cabins, and standard sites. Van Damme has access to tide pools and sea caves along the beach, but swimming in the ocean can be dangerous in this area. Guests who are hoping to swim may be better served at Hendy Woods where they can enjoy the Navarro River instead.
Russian Gulch State Park
Russian Gulch’s campground is smaller than the one at Hendy Woods, but it also includes corrals for equestrians and a group site that can fit up to 40 people. This may make it more enticing for groups. Sites are $35 per night, or roughly 22 percent cheaper than at Hendy Woods per night.
Amenities are similar, but Russian Gulch doesn’t have cabins. Guests with dogs may prefer Russian Gulch since this park allows dogs on trails and the beach west of Highway 1. At Hendy Woods, dogs are limited to the campground and day-use areas.
