MacKerricher State Park Campground
Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Sep. 9, 2022

Fall asleep to the sound of the ocean

General: Two campgrounds at this state park: Pinewood (closer to Route 1 and I did not explore) and Surfwood (closer to the ocean). No hookups (at least in Surfwood, I did not check in Pinewood). You can see beautiful sunsets from the road leading to the Surfwood campground. 

Site Quality: A few had concrete pads, but most had sand driveways. Most sites were very spacious; sites 122-124 are located on a roundabout and were very large and more private than some of the others. Most sites had a utility box, and all had a picnic table and a fire ring. Some had trees separating them from other sites. 

Bathhouse: An upgrade from other California state parks we've stayed in with hot water and tile floors. No dryer or towels so make sure you bring your own. Pay showers (beginning with$1.00 for five minutes; accepts up to 15 quarters). I did not use the shower so cannot comment on how well it worked. 

Activities: Horseback riding, hiking, and biking. There is a multi-use trail that leads south from the campground. The reason I chose this campground is I wanted to see Glass Beach, however, it was fenced off with “no trespassing” signs which was disappointing.

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  • Review photo of MacKerricher State Park Campground by Lee D., September 9, 2022
  • Review photo of MacKerricher State Park Campground by Lee D., September 9, 2022
  • Review photo of MacKerricher State Park Campground by Lee D., September 9, 2022
  • Review photo of MacKerricher State Park Campground by Lee D., September 9, 2022
  • Review photo of MacKerricher State Park Campground by Lee D., September 9, 2022
  • Review photo of MacKerricher State Park Campground by Lee D., September 9, 2022
  • Review photo of MacKerricher State Park Campground by Lee D., September 9, 2022
  • Review photo of MacKerricher State Park Campground by Lee D., September 9, 2022
  • Review photo of MacKerricher State Park Campground by Lee D., September 9, 2022
  • Review photo of MacKerricher State Park Campground by Lee D., September 9, 2022
  • Review photo of MacKerricher State Park Campground by Lee D., September 9, 2022
  • Review photo of MacKerricher State Park Campground by Lee D., September 9, 2022
  • Review photo of MacKerricher State Park Campground by Lee D., September 9, 2022