Benbow State Recreation Area

California State Park · Humboldt County

Entrance fee$8 / vehicle
CountyHumboldt
CampingDay use only
DirectionsOfficial California State Parks pagePark mapCampground Map

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

Amenities & facilities

Entrance fee

$8 per vehicle

Hours

Day-Use open year round, 8am-sunset.

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

Contact

Phone707-247-3318

Address5710 Benbow Drive, Garberville, CA 95542

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