Reservations are available through Recreation.gov, but at least one camper found the site marked full online when spots were actually open, so calling ahead is worth the effort. At $31 per night, Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area sits along the Sacramento River outside Corning, accessible by car or by boat. The road in has drawn repeated comments from visitors, so drivers with low-clearance vehicles should factor that in before heading out.
Sites are paved and generally flat, shaded by oak trees that provide cover through warmer months. No electrical hookups are available, though generators are permitted. Facilities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station, and picnic tables at each site. The bathrooms are described as dated but functional, and at least two reviewers found them clean. River access has shifted in recent years due to erosion, with visitors now directed to a nearby county park entry point rather than a direct path from camp.
Noise is a factor at some sites. Campers assigned spots near the entrance have reported traffic sounds from the adjacent road early in the morning, so it is worth requesting a site further from the entrance when reserving. The campground is pet-friendly and ADA accessible, with propane canister recycling on-site. Nearby alternatives include Woodson Bridge State Recreational Area Campground and a Group Camping Area - Woodson Bridge State Recreational Area for larger parties. This campground works well for overnight travelers, anglers, and paddlers who need reliable facilities along the Sacramento River corridor.
Description
Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area is a beautiful oak woodland park nestled along the Sacramento River between Chico and Red Bluff. Mount Shasta, Mount Lassen, and the Trinity Alps loom in the distance. A boat launch ramp located across the road in the county park makes for easy access to the river for those who enjoy water sports. A broad sand and gravel beach provides the opportunity to enjoy the sun and enjoy the Sacramento River. Another special feature of Woodson Bridge is the preserve. This dense native riparian forest is a winter home to the Bald Eagle and a summer nest site for the Yellow Billed Cuckoo. This jungle like grove displays some of the last remaining riparian habitat to be found in California. Over a hundred plant species have been identified throughout the park; the most prominent is the large valley oak. The California black walnut, Oregon ash, black cottonwood, sycamore, and willow are also plentiful. Beneath the oaks and cottonwoods along the river is a profusion of elderberry, wild grape, and wildflowers in season.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsWoodson Bridge State Recreation Area is located in California near Corning
Directions
The park is on South Avenue just three miles west of Highway 99 at Vina, or six miles east of interstate 5 at Corning.
Address
25140 Gardiner Ferry Rd
Corning, CA 96021
Coordinates
39.91750073 N
122.08751318 W
Connectivity
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AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/7/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 8/7/26
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 48 min from Redding, CA
- 1 hr 4 min from Yuba City, CA
- 1 hr 44 min from Sacramento, CA
