Camp Taylor — Samuel P. Taylor State Park
Joseph F.
Reviewed Sep. 9, 2021

Nice shady retreat in beautiful redwoods.

We have previously tent camped and car camped here and we really enjoy it. It can get warm in the summer, but the cool moist ocean fog comes in and blankets the area in the evenings, which can really cool it down. On our first visit, there was no running water or showers, but they did have portapotties. On our second visit, water was available, but it was not potable, and the showers and toilets were still not working. Not sure if that is a Covid related issue or a temporary maintenance issue. It’s worth a drive through prior to staying, in order to find a site that fits your needs, they have many different sized sites available, and we like the sites in the high teens (18 & 19), as they seem a bit larger and are right along the creek. The sites appear to be your standard state park equipment with a fire pit, a picnic table and a lockable pantry. The parking area for our site was large enough to accommodate our SUV and another vehicle. There is firewood generally available with the camp host or at the gate. Good cell signal with Verizon. Because of the amazing redwood canopy, it might be hard to get good sun for solar in most of the sites. There are all kinds of trails available, as well as a paved path that runs for at least a mile or so along the creek, that used to be the old railroad line through that area. They have informational signs all over the place providing historical or ecological information. Access to the creek is seasonally restricted for spawning, and I believe that goes from spring to about mid June or July. Also, lots of poison oak in the unmaintained areas and off the trails, so be aware.

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  • Review photo of Camp Taylor — Samuel P. Taylor State Park by Joseph F., September 9, 2021
  • Review photo of Camp Taylor — Samuel P. Taylor State Park by Joseph F., September 9, 2021
  • Review photo of Camp Taylor — Samuel P. Taylor State Park by Joseph F., September 9, 2021
  • Review photo of Camp Taylor — Samuel P. Taylor State Park by Joseph F., September 9, 2021
  • Review photo of Camp Taylor — Samuel P. Taylor State Park by Joseph F., September 9, 2021