Within Sonoma County's regional park system, Stillwater Cove Regional Park operates a small 23-site campground that draws campers to California's rugged coastline. The forested sites sit just above the rocky cove, with Highway 1 running roughly 200 meters away.
Campers can hear waves crashing from their sites, though the sound remains subtle rather than overwhelming. Michael C. notes "You can definitely hear the waves crashing from the site, which was awesome. Just loud enough to hear, but not overwhelming." Most sites offer tree cover, with Site 10 standing out for its isolation among the redwoods. Several sites feature shared pads, though spacing provides reasonable privacy between camping groups.
A trail system connects the campground to both Stillwater Cove's rocky shoreline and the redwood forest along the creek. The beach attracts anglers and tide pool enthusiasts, though swimming isn't advisable due to strong currents. The canyon loop trail offers forest hiking, while the day-use area provides trailhead access to the cove below. Fort Ross and Shell Beach lie within driving distance for additional exploration.
Water quality issues have affected the campground, with multiple reviews mentioning E. coli warnings on water spigots. Campers should plan to bring drinking water or be prepared to boil on-site water. Cell service proves unreliable for most carriers, requiring a drive north for signal. The campground accepts reservations year-round, with sites costing $32-35 per night. Hot showers operate on quarters, and firewood is available for purchase from the camp host.
Plan to arrive with sufficient water supplies and expect limited connectivity during your stay.
Description
Stillwater Cove Regional Park on the northern Sonoma Coast features a picturesque crescent of beach, a small campground, and hiking trails through redwood forest and along ocean bluffs. The park is a popular spot for tidepooling, picnicking fishing, diving (abalone season is closed), and ocean kayaking. The historic, one-room Fort Ross Schoolhouse is located in the park's interior, moved there decades ago for preservation. Stillwater Cove features an inland campground with 23 sites available for year-round reservation. Stillwater Cove offers more than 3 miles of trails. The 1.6-mile Canyon Trail loop follows Stockoff Creek through a canyon of towering redwoods filled with ferns. Just north of the cove, Stillwater Bluff Trail curves above the rocky coastline and offers beautiful views of the Pacific. Parking is available at the day-use parking lot east of Highway 1. A pullout at the cove entrance allows for loading and unloading of small craft.
Fee Info
$7 Parking Fee
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsStillwater Cove Regional Park is located in California near Cazadero
Directions
From town: Go 16 mi N on Hwy 1.
Address
22455 California 1
Jenner, CA 95450
Coordinates
38.54800043 N
123.29600055 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 6/16/26
- AT&TPossible CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 6/16/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 6/16/26
- AT&TPossible CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 6/16/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 8 min from Santa Rosa, CA
- 1 hr 41 min from Vallejo, CA
- 1 hr 45 min from Napa, CA
- 1 hr 55 min from San Francisco, CA



























