Penn Creek Campground (Sue-Meg)
Trinidad, CA 95570, United States
Overview
Located in Sue-Meg State Park, Penn Creek is a smaller campground with 14 tent-only sites and a nearby group site. The campground is open all year, but reservations are only permitted from May through September during the busy season.
Amenities include tables, fire pits, drinking water, restrooms, and showers. The bathrooms are accessible, but there are no designated ADA-accessible campsites. Sites do not have electricity.
Dogs are allowed as long as they’re on a leash. They can also be brought along any paved roads and into day-use areas.
Best Campsites at Penn Creek Campground (Sue-Meg)
Below are Power Camper’s recommended sites if you want to have the best experience at Penn Creek Campground.
Secluded From Neighbors: Sites #9 and #10
- Located at the end of the loop
- More adjacent tree cover and bushes for privacy
- Close to restrooms
- Easy access to trails
- Downside: may be foot traffic by restrooms and trails
Most Open and Spacious: Sites #1 and #4
- Flat, open area with cleared brush
- Relatively level surface
- Plenty of sunlight
- Can function as a shared site for smaller groups
- Downside: no divider between #1 and #4
- Downside: farther from restrooms
Unique Experiences
- Head out along the beach to visit the tide pools, breathe the fresh ocean air, and fully immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the area.
- Hike out to Palmer’s Point for incredible views of the ocean and the perfect place for a souvenir photo.
- In the summer, visit Sumêg Village to watch a traditional ceremony, see a sweathouse, and learn about Yurok heritage.
Penn Creek Campground (Sue-Meg) Campground Rules
Pet Friendly
YesMax People per Site
8Max Vehicles per Site
2Fires Allowed
YesPenn Creek Campground (Sue-Meg) Reservation Information
Reservations Allowed?
Reservations Required?
YesReservations can be made on www.reservecalifornia.com or by calling 1-800-444-7275. A $7.99 nonrefundable reservation fee will apply. Reservations are only permitted from May through September. The rest of the year, all sites are on a first-come, first-served basis.
All campsites are $35 per night. No RVs or trailers are permitted. Each site can accommodate up to 8 guests and 2 vehicles.
Group Camping Reservations
Reservations for nearby Beach Creek group site can also be made by phone at 1-800-444-7275 or via the online portal at www.reservecalifornia.com. A nonrefundable $7.99 fee also applies to the group site.
The tent-only group site can fit up to 50 people and 21 vehicles. The nightly rate is $300. The group site has its own paid shower, restroom, cooking area with water, and parking area.
Campsite Reservation Cancellations
Cancellations can be made on www.reservecalifornia.com or by calling 1-800-444-7275. All cancellations will be charged a $7.99 fee and forfeit the cost of the initial reservation fee. Any late cancellations that occur after 6 p.m. the night before arrival will be charged the cost of one night’s stay in the campground or group site.
Penn Creek Campground (Sue-Meg) Campground Cost
Standard Site
$35 per nightGroup Sites
$300 per nightActivities
Swimming
Hiking
Surfing / Windsurfing
Exhibits / Guided Tours
Snorkeling
Scuba Diving
Bike Trails
Boating
Whale Watching
Photography
Fishing
Amenities
RV/Trailers
Hookups
Pull Through Spots
Pet Friendly
ADA Sites
Showers
Campfire Rings
Grills
Campground Host
Cell Service
Potable Water
Wood for Sale
Storage Lockers
Picnic Tables
Directions
FAQs
Nearby Campgrounds to Penn Creek Campground (Sue-Meg)
Penn Creek is a smaller tent-only campground that has basic amenities such as water, showers, and flush toilets, but there aren’t options for hookups or RV/trailers to stay. Guests who prefer the security of an advanced reservation may also prefer to stay elsewhere during the off-season when reservations are not allowed at Penn Creek.
Even though some Penn Creek sites are relatively flat and there are accessible restrooms, Penn Creek does not have designated accessible sites. There is one group site with its own running water, cooking area, restroom, and shower, which makes Penn Creek an appealing place for larger groups of up to 50 people.
Abalone Campground
Abalone campground is also in Sue-meg State Park, so the surrounding environment is similar. It’s much larger, however, with 70 sites that can accommodate tents and RVs and 7 that are for tents only. Abalone has accessible sites and restrooms, so this is the better option for disabled guests. Unlike at Penn Creek, there is a dump station on site.
Gold Bluffs Beach
Gold Bluffs Beach has 26 sites available on a first-come, first-served basis. Amenities include potable water, showers, and restrooms. There is one accessible site but no group camping area. Activities include fishing, exploring Fern Canyon, and exploring the dunes along the beach. RVs are limited to 24 feet; no towed trailers are allowed.
Fish Lake Campground
Sites can be reserved during the peak season of mid-June through September. Otherwise, they’re first come, first served. RVs and trailers are limited to 20 feet in length. Amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, potable water, and fire rings. There are multiple accessible sites but no accessible bathrooms. The cost is much cheaper at $10 per night. There is no group site.
