**Austin Creek State Recreation Area is currently under a complete closure at this time and will remain so until further notice.**

There have been major impacts to the unit due to the 2020 Walbridge Fire.  Due to significant hazards there is NO ACCESS ALLOWED by foot, bike, vehicle or any other means in Austin Creek SRA. If unauthorized vehicles and or people are found in Austin Creek SRA they will be subject to contact and citation. We need this time for clearing hazards and debris so that we can get Austin Creek SRA open at some point down the road. Thank you for your patience.

Bullfrog Pond Campground offers Twenty-three campsites.  Campsites #1 through #8 (minus #4 our camp host site) are first-come, first-served campsites.  Campsites #9 through #24 are on reservations through Hipcamp.  Reserve a campsite by visiting www.hipcamp.com  Each campsite has a picnic table and fire ring.  There are two sets of bathrooms each with a flush toilet and sink.  Unfortunately there are no shower facilities available.  

Bullfrog Pond does not offer any group camping.  The nearest State Park that offers group camping can be found at Salt Point State Park.  None of the campsites at Bullfrog Pond will accommodate vehicles over 20 feet in length.  We do not offer any hike and bike sites (reduced fees).  The campground is subject to seasonal closure due to extreme weather or conditions.  The pond itself almost always goes dry by mid-summer and when there IS water in the pond there may be mosquitos in the area.  Ticks are also prevalent in the area so bring a good bug/tick repellant. 

In warmer weather it is advisable to keep an eye out for rattlesnakes as they are in the area.  If you would like a first-come first-served campsite you will need to register with staff at the Armstrong kiosk.  If staff is not available at the kiosk, you can self-register at the entrance to Bullfrog Pond.  Official check-in time is 2 o'clock pm.  Pay the $35.00 camping fee and any extra vehicle fees ($8.00/vehicle) prior to occupying a campsite.  Max occupancy per campsite is 8 people. You are allowed to bring two vehicles, but we do not guarantee both vehicles will fit on your parking spur.   If any of your vehicles don't  fit on your designated parking spur, please take it up to overflow parking area at Vista Point parking lot.  Please ensure the day use parking areas are free from camper vehicles.  

Please note that the campground is likely to go into a fire ban in the summer and autumn season.  We will keep you up to date. 

When available, a camp host will be occupying the camp host spot at campsite #4.  Remember that quiet hours begin at 10 o'clock pm and noise significantly carries to other campsites in the campground.  We are always looking for a good camp host.  If interested check in with staff at the entrance station.

Camp fires, BBQ's, candles, tiki torches, etc. will be prohibited during periods of extreme fire danger.  During fire bans, propane camp stoves may be used for cooking.  

Dogs are permitted in your paid for campsite, picnic areas and on paved roads ONLY.  Dogs are not allowed on dirt roads or on any trails.  Dogs must remain leashed at all times.

Bicycles are allowed on paved roads and fire roads.  Bicycles are not allowed on any trails.

Bullfrog Pond Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

Tons of fun! Located in the beautiful Redwood Forest in Guerneville, CA. Bull Frog Pond is on top of the mountain so the views of the forrest and valleys below are AMAZING!!! Besides all of the nature activities (hiking, bird watching, fishing, etc..) you can do on your own there is the town of Guerneville a very short drive away with a wide range of activities to do. Sometimes the Stewards of the Redwood Coast hosts classes or hikes in Armstrong that's a must if you are going to be around. This is a great centrally located campground if you are wanting to explore the Russian River Valley.

Love it here! 

you reserve your spot ahead of time. we made the reservation in March and the earliest we could get was the end of July by that point. We had spot number 23 but I think 24 or 21 would have been the best for shade and privacy. THERE ARE NO SHOWERS HERE! we did not know this before hand. There are a million nice hikes, bike riding and views. There were also animals everywhere. Take bug spray though because I didn’t and I am paying for it!

Beautiful Redwood Camping

Bullfrog campground is located in Armstrong woods (Guerneville, CA). It's on top of a rugged drive up the woods and they are first come first serve basis. It's a close drive to the Russian river, but more tucked away from all the tourists. You can do some tough hill hikes through the Oaks or easier hikes through the Redwoods which remind me a lot of Muir Woods (but less crowded than that).

Top of the hill

Not far from Guerneville. Incredible view from the top of the campsites area. The walk-in camp sites actually have better setups albeit a little less private. 

The campground definitely feels and removed from city life.

One lane road access that would be intimidating at night. 

Highly recommend