Within BLM Land managed by the Ukiah Field Office, this dispersed camping area sits along the Mendocino Coast near Point Arena Lighthouse. The site requires no fees and allows both pets and alcohol, with basic toilet facilities available for campers.
Access involves both drive-in and walk-in options, though recent reports indicate conflicting signage about camping availability. One reviewer noted the coastal location provides early morning access to Highway 1 with minimal traffic, while another encountered "NO CAMPING" signs throughout the area. The lighthouse itself offers tours and historic exhibits for $5 per person. Campers should verify current camping status before making the trip, as enforcement appears inconsistent across this BLM property.
Map & DirectionsPt Arena Lighthouse BLM is located in California near Manchester
Coordinates
38.95096187 N
123.73734167 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 users
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 3/7/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Pt Arena Lighthouse BLM - CLOSED needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 52 min from Santa Rosa, CA
- 2 hrs 32 min from Vallejo, CA
- 2 hrs 35 min from Napa, CA
- 2 hrs 45 min from San Francisco, CA
