MacKerricher State Park

MacKerricher State Park offers a variety of habitats; beach, bluff, headland, dune, forest and wetland. Tidepools are along the shore. Seals may be seen on the rocks off the park’s coastline. More than 90 species of birds visit or live near Cleone Lake, a formal tidal lagoon. During winter and spring, the nearby headland provides a good lookout for whale watching. The park is popular with hikers, joggers, equestrians and bicyclists. Fishing is also popular at Cleone lake. The park has a wheelchair accessible nature trail.

There are 142 sites for tents or RVs up to 35 feet (no hookups), 10 walk-in sites, and two group sites for up to 40–60 people each. Picnic tables, fire rings, and food lockers are provided. Drinking water, restroom with flush toilets and coin showers, picnic area, Wi-Fi, and a dump station are available. A seasonal junior ranger program with nature walks, campfire programs, and exhibits is offered. Some facilities are wheelchair-accessible. Leashed pets are permitted.