Russian Gulch Metal Sign

Support the parks by purchasing
a Limited Edition Russian Gulch Metal Collectors Plate!!!

We support 10 of Mendocino County’s State Parks – from providing interpretive panels and trail improvement to managing Visitor Centers that welcome park guests.

MendoPark Programs include enrichment opportunities like Junior Rangers, Campfire Programs, Field Trips, and more to help outdoor explorers of all ages enjoy our county’s parks.

MendoParks 501(c)(3) supports Mendocino Coast’s State Parks by contributing financial, promotional and volunteer support to various projects and programs.

Coming Up

Featured
Life on the Edge Nature Walk
Glass Beach Information Table
Harbor Seals and Binoculars!
Junior Rangers - MacKerricher!
Junior Rangers - MacKerricher!
Training with Chuck Ross on Placenames & Dating Photos
More Elk Area History & Lore with Chuck Ross

See all upcoming events on our Event Calendar.

Visitor Centers

The Ford House

The Ford House

Navarro Interpretive Center

Navarro Interpretive Center

Van Damme Visitor Center

Van Damme Visitor Center

Greenwood Visitor Center

Greenwood Visitor Center

MacKerricher Visitor Center

MacKerricher Visitor Center





  
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Russian Gulch State Park

          
        
      

      
        
          

            

              
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Manchester State Park

          
        
      

      
        
          

            

              
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Greenwood State Beach

          
        
      

      
        
          

            

              
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                  We just opened the Big River Haul road entrance to accommodate wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility devices. Check out this article.. https://www.mendocinobeacon.com/2025/05/29/big-river-haul-road-now-accessible-to-wheelchairs-and-walkers/
                
                
              

            

          

          
        

      

        

        

        
          
            

              

                
                
                  
                  Come see our Annual Wildflower Display! 

Come experience a gorgeous array of fresh Mendocino Coast wildflowers and educational information provided by Naturalist Mario Abreu, CA State Parks & MendoParks volunteer! Also featured are Mendocino Wil
                
                
              

            

          

          
        

      

        

        

        
          
            

              

                
                
                  
                  Mendocino Headlands History Walk!

Meet State Park Interpreter Anica Williams for complimentary coffee and cookies, then head out for an interactive hike through the Mendocino Headlands State Park! Learn the Park’s history, plus get acquainted 
                
                
              

            

          

          
        

      

        

        

        
          
            

              

                
                
                  
                  Ever paint a whale skeleton? Well, now you can...Join us for this fun, FREE event!

Saturday, March 29th
11:00AM - 3:00PM
MacKerricher Whale Skeleton - MacKerricher State Park, Fort Bragg.

Throw on that old painting shirt and help apply another coat
                
                
              

            

          

          
        

      

        

        

        
          
            

              

                
                
                  
                  Join us for our fun (and free!) State Parks Whale Festival Events this weekend at MacKerricher! #castateparks #mendocinocoast 

Saturday, March 15:
Whale Tale Trail 10 am - 1 pm + Campfire Program 6 pm - 7 pm

Sunday, March 16: Paint the Whale Skelet
                
                
              

            

          

          
        

      

        

        

        
          
            

              

                
                
                  
                  Unfortunately due to rain we are canceling today's invasive plant removal at Greenwood, BUT, fret not! We're trying again on Friday, March 28!
Invasive Plant Removal at Greenwood State Beach!
10 AM to Noon | Friday, March 28
Greenwood State Beach
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                  California State Parks is proud to support students at the 39th Annual Mendocino County Science and Engineering Fair & STEAM Expo! We will have information on the 4th Grade Adventure Pass, the Library Parks Pass (https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id
                
                
              

            

          

          
        

      

        

        

        
          
            

              

                
                
                  
                  Mendo Coast Locals! Come on out for a "Purge Party!" (like a yard sale, but better!). A portion of proceeds goes to MendoParks....Sunday, March 2, 9 am - 3 pm!
                
                
              

            

          

          
        

      

        

        

        
          
            

              

                
                
                  
                  Help us remove Invasive Plant Removal at Greenwood State Beach AND have fun doing it!
Friday, March 14th
10 AM to Noon
Greenwood State Beach
Meet at the Day Use parking area (across from Elk Store)
We will focus on Broom along the trails and using th
                
                
              

            

          

          
        

      

        

        

        
          
            

              

                
                
                  
                  The first park of MendoParks' Park of the Month series is Russian Gulch State Park! Join us for a guided (and leisurely) hike to the gorgeous waterfall - no presentations, just being together and BEING in nature. It's free and includes homemade hot a
                
                
              

            

          

          
        

      

        

        

        
          
            

              

                
                
                  
                  A margarita competition?!? That's MADNESS. Join us at noon on Saturday, March 8 for this super fun event - a fundraiser for MendoParks no less! Details on pic and see you there! @littleriverinn
                
                
              

            

          

          
        

      

        

        

        
          
            

              

                
                
                  
                  A BIG thank you to everyone who came out for MendoParks' sold-out Day 1 Hike! Guide/Instructor Mario Abreu did a fantastic presentation and walk at Van Damme State Park. Hot apple cider was flowing and what a great way to ring in the new year. Best t
                
                
              

            

          

          
        

      
    
  


  













    

  
  

  



  
    
    


  
  




  

    

    
      
    
    

  

  

    

      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      

  




  
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