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Russian Gulch State Park

12301 N Hwy 1

Mendocino, CA 95460

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Visitors can enjoy hiking fern canyons, miles of trails, horse camping, a 36-foot waterfall, scuba diving, bluff-top picnicking, camping, and a bicycle trail, among many choices.Camping—Russian Gulch and Van Damme State Parks have campgrounds—reservations are highly recommended from spring through fall. Call (800) 444-7275.Diving and Fishing—Russian Gulch’s rocky ledges attract abalone divers. The wellprotected dive site at Van Damme has shallow areas and offers beginners gradual entry from the shore. Abalone divers need a valid California fishing license and report card. Kayaking and Canoeing—The Big River has an outlet to the sea, sea caves, and a great view of historic Mendocino. At Van Damme, tide pools and sea caves provide adventure, while at Russian Gulch, canoes and kayaks take you from the cove’s calm waters into the ocean.Interpretive Activities— Summer interpretive activities include staff-led hikes, campfire programs, and Junior Ranger programs. Times and locations are posted in each park.BOATINGOVERNIGHT FACILITIESFamily CampsitesGroup CampsitesHike or Bike CampsitesRV AccessTRAIL USEHiking TrailsHorseback RidingDAY-USE ACTIVITIES & FACILITIESHistorical/Cultural SitePicnic AreasExhibits and ProgramsFishingInterpretive Exhibits Scuba Diving/SnorkelingBeach AreaVista PointNature & Wildlife ViewingWindsurfing/SurfingFamily ProgramsGeocaching

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						<p>Visitors can enjoy hiking fern canyons, miles of trails, horse camping, a 36-foot waterfall, scuba diving, bluff-top picnicking, camping, and a bicycle trail, among many choices.Camping&mdash;Russian Gulch and Van Damme State Parks have campgrounds&mdash;reservations are highly recommended from spring through fall. Call (800) 444-7275.Diving and Fishing&mdash;Russian Gulch&rsquo;s rocky ledges attract abalone divers. The wellprotected dive site at Van Damme has shallow areas and offers beginners gradual entry from the shore. Abalone divers need a valid California fishing license and report card. Kayaking and Canoeing&mdash;The Big River has an outlet to the sea, sea caves, and a great view of historic Mendocino. At Van Damme, tide pools and sea caves provide adventure, while at Russian Gulch, canoes and kayaks take you from the cove&rsquo;s calm waters into the ocean.Interpretive Activities&mdash; Summer interpretive activities include staff-led hikes, campfire programs, and Junior Ranger programs. Times and locations are posted in each park.BOATINGOVERNIGHT FACILITIESFamily CampsitesGroup CampsitesHike or Bike CampsitesRV AccessTRAIL USEHiking TrailsHorseback RidingDAY-USE ACTIVITIES &amp; FACILITIESHistorical/Cultural SitePicnic AreasExhibits and ProgramsFishingInterpretive Exhibits Scuba Diving/SnorkelingBeach AreaVista PointNature &amp; Wildlife ViewingWindsurfing/SurfingFamily ProgramsGeocaching</p>		</div>
		

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						<p>Visitors can enjoy hiking fern canyons, miles of trails, horse camping, a 36-foot waterfall, scuba diving, bluff-top picnicking, camping, and a bicycle trail, among many choices.Camping&mdash;Russian Gulch and Van Damme State Parks have campgrounds&mdash;reservations are highly recommended from spring through fall. Call (800) 444-7275.Diving and Fishing&mdash;Russian Gulch&rsquo;s rocky ledges attract abalone divers. The wellprotected dive site at Van Damme has shallow areas and offers beginners gradual entry from the shore. Abalone divers need a valid California fishing license and report card. Kayaking and Canoeing&mdash;The Big River has an outlet to the sea, sea caves, and a great view of historic Mendocino. At Van Damme, tide pools and sea caves provide adventure, while at Russian Gulch, canoes and kayaks take you from the cove&rsquo;s calm waters into the ocean.Interpretive Activities&mdash; Summer interpretive activities include staff-led hikes, campfire programs, and Junior Ranger programs. Times and locations are posted in each park.BOATINGOVERNIGHT FACILITIESFamily CampsitesGroup CampsitesHike or Bike CampsitesRV AccessTRAIL USEHiking TrailsHorseback RidingDAY-USE ACTIVITIES &amp; FACILITIESHistorical/Cultural SitePicnic AreasExhibits and ProgramsFishingInterpretive Exhibits Scuba Diving/SnorkelingBeach AreaVista PointNature &amp; Wildlife ViewingWindsurfing/SurfingFamily ProgramsGeocaching</p>		</div>
		

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						<p>Visitors can enjoy hiking fern canyons, miles of trails, horse camping, a 36-foot waterfall, scuba diving, bluff-top picnicking, camping, and a bicycle trail, among many choices.Camping&mdash;Russian Gulch and Van Damme State Parks have campgrounds&mdash;reservations are highly recommended from spring through fall. Call (800) 444-7275.Diving and Fishing&mdash;Russian Gulch&rsquo;s rocky ledges attract abalone divers. The wellprotected dive site at Van Damme has shallow areas and offers beginners gradual entry from the shore. Abalone divers need a valid California fishing license and report card. Kayaking and Canoeing&mdash;The Big River has an outlet to the sea, sea caves, and a great view of historic Mendocino. At Van Damme, tide pools and sea caves provide adventure, while at Russian Gulch, canoes and kayaks take you from the cove&rsquo;s calm waters into the ocean.Interpretive Activities&mdash; Summer interpretive activities include staff-led hikes, campfire programs, and Junior Ranger programs. Times and locations are posted in each park.BOATINGOVERNIGHT FACILITIESFamily CampsitesGroup CampsitesHike or Bike CampsitesRV AccessTRAIL USEHiking TrailsHorseback RidingDAY-USE ACTIVITIES &amp; FACILITIESHistorical/Cultural SitePicnic AreasExhibits and ProgramsFishingInterpretive Exhibits Scuba Diving/SnorkelingBeach AreaVista PointNature &amp; Wildlife ViewingWindsurfing/SurfingFamily ProgramsGeocaching</p>		</div>
		

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						<p>Visitors can enjoy hiking fern canyons, miles of trails, horse camping, a 36-foot waterfall, scuba diving, bluff-top picnicking, camping, and a bicycle trail, among many choices.Camping&mdash;Russian Gulch and Van Damme State Parks have campgrounds&mdash;reservations are highly recommended from spring through fall. Call (800) 444-7275.Diving and Fishing&mdash;Russian Gulch&rsquo;s rocky ledges attract abalone divers. The wellprotected dive site at Van Damme has shallow areas and offers beginners gradual entry from the shore. Abalone divers need a valid California fishing license and report card. Kayaking and Canoeing&mdash;The Big River has an outlet to the sea, sea caves, and a great view of historic Mendocino. At Van Damme, tide pools and sea caves provide adventure, while at Russian Gulch, canoes and kayaks take you from the cove&rsquo;s calm waters into the ocean.Interpretive Activities&mdash; Summer interpretive activities include staff-led hikes, campfire programs, and Junior Ranger programs. Times and locations are posted in each park.BOATINGOVERNIGHT FACILITIESFamily CampsitesGroup CampsitesHike or Bike CampsitesRV AccessTRAIL USEHiking TrailsHorseback RidingDAY-USE ACTIVITIES &amp; FACILITIESHistorical/Cultural SitePicnic AreasExhibits and ProgramsFishingInterpretive Exhibits Scuba Diving/SnorkelingBeach AreaVista PointNature &amp; Wildlife ViewingWindsurfing/SurfingFamily ProgramsGeocaching</p>		</div>
		

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						<p>Visitors can enjoy hiking fern canyons, miles of trails, horse camping, a 36-foot waterfall, scuba diving, bluff-top picnicking, camping, and a bicycle trail, among many choices.Camping&mdash;Russian Gulch and Van Damme State Parks have campgrounds&mdash;reservations are highly recommended from spring through fall. Call (800) 444-7275.Diving and Fishing&mdash;Russian Gulch&rsquo;s rocky ledges attract abalone divers. The wellprotected dive site at Van Damme has shallow areas and offers beginners gradual entry from the shore. Abalone divers need a valid California fishing license and report card. Kayaking and Canoeing&mdash;The Big River has an outlet to the sea, sea caves, and a great view of historic Mendocino. At Van Damme, tide pools and sea caves provide adventure, while at Russian Gulch, canoes and kayaks take you from the cove&rsquo;s calm waters into the ocean.Interpretive Activities&mdash; Summer interpretive activities include staff-led hikes, campfire programs, and Junior Ranger programs. Times and locations are posted in each park.BOATINGOVERNIGHT FACILITIESFamily CampsitesGroup CampsitesHike or Bike CampsitesRV AccessTRAIL USEHiking TrailsHorseback RidingDAY-USE ACTIVITIES &amp; FACILITIESHistorical/Cultural SitePicnic AreasExhibits and ProgramsFishingInterpretive Exhibits Scuba Diving/SnorkelingBeach AreaVista PointNature &amp; Wildlife ViewingWindsurfing/SurfingFamily ProgramsGeocaching</p>		</div>
		

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