Highway access → arrival
SR 36 EastExit 685
Arrival: Grizzly Creek State Park visitor center / campground and day-use entrance on SR 36.
Approach: Leave US-101 for SR 36 East and continue to the signed state park entrance. The park map distinguishes this entrance from Cheatham Grove farther west.
Seasonal river footbridges are not vehicle access; day-use arrival is the park entrance.
Official directions & access ↗A developed State Parks unit on Highway 36 with redwood forest, day-use picnicking, seasonal camping, and a documented Van Duzen River swimming area.
Access details
- Parking
- Use the signed entrance at 16949 Highway 36 and designated day-use parking; State Parks currently lists an $8 vehicle fee.
- Viewpoint
- Developed park areas look across the Van Duzen River and redwood forest.
- Trail
- Use current park maps; dogs other than service animals are not allowed on trails.
- Public water access
- State Parks identifies a river swimming area, but no lifeguard is on duty.
- Water conditions
- Public access is not a water-safety determination. Check posted park and health notices.
Plan from the official source
California State Parks is the manager or primary source for this entry. Check its current page for changing hours, fees, reservations, road restrictions, and closures.
Open Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park ↗