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Paul M. Demmick Campground — Navarro River Redwoods State Park

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River access draws campers to Paul M. Demmick Campground, where approximately 27 first-come, first-served sites sit among redwood groves along Highway 128. The Navarro River flows nearby with a short trail leading to the water from the day-use area, though summer levels typically run low and gentle.

Sites closest to the river fill up fastest, particularly on weekends when arrivals should come early. The campground operates year-round at $35 per night with vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire pits at each site. Highway 128 runs parallel to the camping area, though traffic remains light enough that road noise stays minimal. Rangers make regular rounds throughout the day, maintaining clean facilities and friendly contact with campers.

Cell service remains unavailable with Verizon, requiring a drive to Mendocino for connectivity. The location provides quick access to the coast, sitting about 20 minutes from coastal destinations while the redwood canopy blocks ocean winds. "Sites near the river are best," notes L , who found plenty of privacy at site 21. Wildlife sightings prove surprisingly sparse, with few birds or insects reported by visitors.

The campground works well for those wanting redwood camping without reservations, though amenities remain basic and vault toilets can develop strong odors during busy periods.

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Paul M. Demmick Campground — Navarro River Redwoods State Park is located in California

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Directions

The Paul M. Demmick Campground is on Highway 128, six miles east of the junction with State Highway 1.

Coordinates

39.15726253 N
123.63532628 W

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Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile
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  • signal strength bars
    Verizon
    No Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    AT&T
    No Coverage

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Pets

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

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Campers regularly cited the beautiful redwood setting with peaceful, shaded sites and clean facilities. No cell service and mixed restroom conditions noted, but most found it an excellent quiet escape near the coast.

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Reviewed Jul. 4, 2025

Not too far not too close from coast

Nice campsite with around 27 ish spots. First come first serve at $35 as of 2025. I went tent camping but you can probably bring in a small RV.

It’s only a 20 ish minute drive to the coast, which can be nice since the trees give you a blockage of the rough winds from the coast.

There’s a river nearby and a small trail (less than a mile?). There was a loud group at like 1am, but majority of time people are quite after 11

Site20
Month of VisitJuly
LThe Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Jul. 29, 2023

Nice campground in the redwoods

Paul Dimmick is a nice little campground in the redwoods. Although Hwy 128 runs parallel to it (and not far away), there isn’t much traffic going by so road noise isn’t a bother. The campground doesn’t have a lot of sites, which I prefer, and is first come, first served so get there early if you’re going for the weekend (mid-week is wide open). Sites near the river are best. We stayed in #21 and had plenty of privacy. There’s a path down to the river near the Day Use area; the river was pretty tame, which is surprising for a campground that routinely floods in the wintertime. One strange thing about this campground: it appears to be mostly devoid of wildlife. We saw one Scrub jay and one ground squirrel while we were there and no bees, butterflies, or insects. And there was absolutely no birdsong. Very odd. (Pro tip: Don’t leave your food out overnight on the picnic table or that ground squirrel will spirit it away.) Only mark against the campground is for really stinky/gross pit toilets. No cell service with Verizon, you’ll have to drive into Mendocino for that.

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Paul M. Demmick Campground — Navarro River Redwoods State Park by L , July 29, 2023
  • Review photo of Paul M. Demmick Campground — Navarro River Redwoods State Park by L , July 29, 2023
  • Review photo of Paul M. Demmick Campground — Navarro River Redwoods State Park by L , July 29, 2023
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Susan W.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Jul. 21, 2021

Excellent small campgrounds

This campgrounds is excellent if you like quiet beautiful scenery with no amenities. This is a self check in first come first serve campground. There are plenty of vaulted toilets available. There are flush bathrooms but they were closed. The vaulted ones were extremely clean no flies and didn't have a strong odor. Some sites overlook a creek. There is trash and recycling there but they ask that you pack it out. Tall fire pits with a section of wide grate attached. Rangers and cleaning staff drove through many times in a day and were friendly.

Site6
Month of VisitJuly
A
Reviewed Jun. 12, 2021

My favorite local spot

When this spot is open it's the best. Very quiet,except for the road . Great river and fun for kids

Siteall are great
Month of VisitApril
Cary A.
Reviewed Aug. 10, 2020

Beautiful

This is a beautiful little spot in the redwoods. Shaded, peaceful and lovely. We arrived early afternoon in August on a Saturday and found a nice empty spot no problem. The remaining spots mostly filled up by Saturday evening. The whole campground is well shaded in the redwoods and the weather was mild. There is creek access in the camp with a small day use area by the creek. The camp is right next to the road, but traffic was minimal. There is some hiking in the area, but no trails from the campground, you will need to drive to a trailhead. This is a short drive to the coast, not far from Fort Bragg and beautiful scenery. Some spots are more private and spacious than others, but all good spots. Picnic tables and fire pit provided, no water, porta potties on site. A really great option to camp in the redwoods without a reservation.

  • Review photo of Paul M. Demmick Campground — Navarro River Redwoods State Park by Cary A., August 10, 2020
  • Review photo of Paul M. Demmick Campground — Navarro River Redwoods State Park by Cary A., August 10, 2020
dThe Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Mar. 24, 2019

Closed or could not find

I drove this whole stretch of 128 and saw one private campground and one that looked like it was closed 10 years ago. No cell service. I kept driving till I found Hendy woods state park

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paul Dimmick Campground first-come, first-served or reservable?

Paul Dimmick Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis only, with no reservation system in place. The fee is $35 per night and is collected through a self-check-in process. Because of the campground's small size and first-come policy, arriving early is recommended, especially on weekends when sites tend to fill up by evening. Weekday arrivals typically have better chances of securing a spot.

What amenities are available at Paul Dimmick Campground?

Paul Dimmick Campground offers minimal amenities for a rustic camping experience. The site includes vault toilets that are well-maintained and clean. While there are flush toilets on the property, they are sometimes closed. The campground features about 27 campsites nestled among the redwoods, providing plenty of shade. A river runs nearby, offering recreational opportunities for visitors, especially children. There are no hookups or modern facilities, making this ideal for campers seeking a more primitive, natural setting.

Is Paul Dimmick Campground part of Navarro River Redwoods State Park?

Yes, Paul Dimmick Campground is part of Navarro River Redwoods State Park in Mendocino County. The campground is situated along Highway 128, nestled within the park's magnificent redwood forest. Its location offers the benefit of being sheltered from coastal winds while still being just a 20-minute drive to the coast. The campground's position within the state park provides access to the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of the Navarro River and surrounding redwood forest.

How do visitors rate Paul Dimmick Campground in reviews?

Visitors generally rate Paul Dimmick Campground positively, with most appreciating its peaceful, shaded setting among the redwoods. Campers highlight the beautiful scenery, quiet atmosphere, and proximity to the river as major benefits. The clean facilities receive praise despite the campground's rustic nature. Some note minimal road noise from nearby Highway 128, though it's not considered disruptive. The campground is particularly recommended for those seeking a natural, no-frills camping experience away from crowds.

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