Austin Creek State Rec Area

Austin Creek State Recreation Area encompasses this established campground that requires a 10-15 minute drive beyond the ranger station to reach. The site accommodates RVs up to 20 feet and provides drinking water and restroom facilities. A small pond sits within the campground boundaries, while hiking trails extend both westward toward East Austin Creek and back down into the valley.

Reviewers consistently note the campground's quiet atmosphere and clean facilities, even during busy weekends. The Gilliam Creek Trail offers a 9-mile loop option with multiple creek crossings that can leave hikers wet during winter months or after storms. Campers use the location as a base for exploring camping near Guerneville or accessing West Sonoma County's redwood groves and Russian River activities. The campground works well for visitors who don't mind the access drive and want proximity to both wilderness trails and nearby towns.

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Map & DirectionsAustin Creek State Rec Area is located in California near Guerneville

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Directions

The reserve is located three miles north of Guerneville on Armstrong Woods Road. From Highway 101- coming North or South- take the River Road exit (in Santa Rosa). Go west on River Road until you reach Guerneville. At the second stop light make a right hand turn onto Armstrong Woods Road. This road will end in the park.

Address

17000 Armstrong Woods Rd
Guerneville, CA 95446

Coordinates

38.56266915 N
123.01253697 W

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Reviewed Jun. 25, 2018

Bullfrog Pond Campground

The Bullfrog Pond Campground is a great camping area peacefully tucked into the redwoods. We were able to talk our way into a last minute walk-up, and despite being a super busy weekend, the place was quiet and pleasant. The bathrooms—which only had toilets—were clean. It was a bit buggy and hot, but considering the time of year that’s par for the course.

  • Review photo of Austin Creek State Rec Area by Marc A., June 25, 2018
  • Review photo of Austin Creek State Rec Area by Marc A., June 25, 2018
  • Review photo of Austin Creek State Rec Area by Marc A., June 25, 2018
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Reviewed Apr. 18, 2018

Bullfrog Pond Campground

This is a great camping spot fairly secluded from the nearby towns.

The campground is a 10-15 minute drive beyond the ranger check-in station, and offers great views, a nice little pond, bathrooms and potable water.

There are some great hikes nearby, either back down into the valley to the park entrance or out west toward East Austin Creek.

The hike out toward East Austin Creek can be done as an approximately 9-mile loop via the Gilliam Creek Trail and then back via the East Austin Creek Fire Road. The trails converge about halfway to give you the option of a 4.5-mile loop. The Gilliam Creek Trail involves a lot of creek crossings, so in the winter or after a storm be prepared to get wet.

The hike back down toward to park entrance can be done via a few different trails and does require you to hike back up, so save some energy for climbing.

The campground is close enough to Guerneville and Monte Rio that is can be a great spot to use as home base while exploring the West Sonoma County Redwoods and Russian River, or for just going out for a restaurant meal for a nice break while camping.

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  • Review photo of Austin Creek State Rec Area by Michael I., April 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Austin Creek State Rec Area by Michael I., April 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Austin Creek State Rec Area by Michael I., April 18, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at Austin Creek State Rec Area?

Austin Creek State Rec Area allows vehicles up to 20 feet.

Is there cell phone reception at Austin Creek State Rec Area?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, some coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.