Many people do not not know this gem is here. Right by Armstrong Redwoods State Park there is a steep winding road at the end of which there is literally a pond.  The campsites are aound the pond -  some actually on the pond and some in the woods around.  So depending on your sun tolerance pick your site accordingly.

You feel you are so far from the world when you are not.

Also there are at least two hike in campsites in this wilderness area - primitive - that we have backpacked into.  They have tables, fire rings and pit toilets in the back country sites. So we have used the campground at the pond to start and finish our backpacking. Remember you will need a permit for the backpacking sites but they are first come first served sites.

The pond sites are again first come and first served. Well maintained facilities - nothing fancy - no showers.