Manchester Beach Camping
The campground at Manchester State Park is set about one-half mile back from the beach, giving it some protection from the wind that often is blowing hard. Some of the sites nearest to Kinney Road are rather exposed, but others back among the cypress trees and have more shade. Manchester is known as a quiet campground.
The environmental campsites that were ounce out by Lake Davis have been permanently closed.
The campground is located off Highway 1, a half mile north of the town of Manchester. The campground is open from late April through mid- September. Forty family campsite areas spread along several loops. A group site for from 9 to 40 people is separate from the main campground. A Hike and Bike campsite is also available.
Each campsite can accommodate trailers up to 22 feet, RVs to 30 feet, and tents. There are no hook-ups. A table and fire ring are at each site and water is nearby.
Reservations and Fees
$25 for standard sites
$25 for environmental sites
$100 for group site
Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia:
Manchester State Park Group Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM
Manchester Beach KOA Campground
44300 Kinney Road, Manchester, CA
Adjacent to the Manchester State Park campground
Campground Amenities
- Pool, hot tub
- Pavilion, game arcade room, bike rentals
- WiFi (fee)
- Disc golf course, Bocce ball courts, sandy volleyball court
- Kabins, kottages and lodges
Campsite Features
- 135 tent and RV sites
- Variety of hook-ups available, 50 amp max, cable TV
- 65' maximum length
Rates and Reservations
Rates: $$
Reservations: (800) 562-4188
Manchester Beach KOA
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Camping at Van Damme State Park
- Highway 1, three miles south of Mendocino, CA; 27 miles north of Manchester Beach
- Open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM (10 PM in summer)
- Visitor Center (seasonal) (707) 937-4016,
District Office (707) 937-5804 - Day-use fees: $8
Campground Facilities
- 69 family campsites, 5 tent-only sites
- Group campsite for from 9 to 40 people
- Hike and Bike site, enroute camping
- Restrooms, showers, pump station
Park Features
- Visitor Center
- Day-use area at beach
- Hiking trails through Fern Canyon and Pygmy Forest
- Kayak tours
Accessibility
Campsites, picnic area, parking, restrooms
Campsite Features
- Table, food locker, and fire ring
- Most sites take RVs 21'-27', some 35'
- No hook-ups
Reservations and Fees
$40 for standard sites
$160 for group site
$10 for Hike & Bike sites
Reservations available up to 6 months in advance.
Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia:
Van Damme State Park Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM
