Benbow State Recreation Area

Benbow State Recreation Area entrance fee

$8 per vehicle

Benbow State Recreation Area hours

Hours as published by California State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Benbow State Recreation Area

Day use on the Wild and Scenic South Fork Eel River, with swimming, picnicking and wildlife watching. A quiet river stop off the Redwood Highway near Garberville.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking
• 🏊 Swimming
• 🎣 Fishing
• ⛵ Boating
• 🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

• 🚻 Restrooms
• 🌞 Day Use Only

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Contact

🎒 Gear up for Benbow State Recreation Area

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Fishing rods
• Hiking boots
• Water shoes
• Life jackets
• Handheld GPS
• Bug spray
• Tackle kits
• Daypacks
• Trekking poles
• Quick-dry towels
• Dry bags
• Compasses
• Sunscreen
• First aid kit

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Nearby state parks

• Richardson Grove State Park
• John B. Dewitt Redwoods State Natural Reserve
• Reynolds Wayside Campground
• Smithe Redwoods State Natural Reserve
• Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area
• Sinkyone Wilderness State Park