> Canonical: https://caparks.org/parks/austin-creek-state-recreation-area
> Content revision: 2026-10-20T20:48:20.968Z

[Recreation areas](https://caparks.org/types/recreation-area)[Sonoma](https://caparks.org/counties/sonoma)

# Austin Creek State Recreation Area

Sonoma · California Department of Parks and Recreation

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

Closure noticeTrails & roads

### Austin Creek State Recreation Area: Gilliam Creek Trail, Bullfrog Pond and backcountry camps

Park-specific information

- [Gilliam Creek Trail, Bullfrog Pond and backcountry camps](https://caparks.org/parks/austin-creek-state-recreation-area)

Gilliam Creek Trail, Bullfrog Pond Campground, and the Tom King and Mannings Flat backcountry camps remain closed. The source also reports no public water or restrooms in Austin Creek; check in at the kiosk before visiting.

[Read the official notice: California State Parks visitor directory ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=452)Source checked Oct 20, 2026

PLAN YOUR VISIT

## The practical details.

**Managing agency**: California Department of Parks and Recreation

**Telephone**: [(707) 869-9177](tel:7078699177)

**Hours**: 8 AM to 1 hour past official sunset.

[Official park information](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=452)

We have not yet verified entry fees, accessibility details. Confirm these with the managing agency before traveling.

Check notice timestamps and official updates. Conditions can change between source checks.

## Weather & forecast

National Weather Service · [Official forecast ↗](https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.5656&lon=-123.011)

## About Austin Creek State Recreation Area

Austin Creek State Recreation Area is listed in official public-land records for Sonoma, California and is managed by California Department of Parks and Recreation. Our research into visitor facilities is ongoing. Check the managing agency’s information for public entrances, permitted activities, and current access.

## Activities & facilities

[Camping ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/camping)[Interpretive programs ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/interpretive-programs)[Fishing ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/fishing)[Swimming ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/swimming)[Hiking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/hiking)[Horseback riding ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/horseback-riding)Tent CampingRemote CampingHistorical/Cultural SiteExhibits and ProgramsInterpretive ExhibitsHiking TrailsHorseback Riding

Recorded from park sources. Availability and restrictions may vary by season or visitor area.

## Find your way.

Map points represent park land, not verified visitor entrances. Follow the managing agency’s entrance directions. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.

This point represents park land, and may not be a public entrance. Follow official entrance directions.

[Official visitor information & directions ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=452)

## Read before you roam.

[THE FIELD GUIDE

### Reading trail closures before a California park visit

Plan around the named trail, road, or visitor area in an official notice, and distinguish a partial reopening from complete access.

Read the guide](https://caparks.org/guides/trail-closures-and-partial-reopenings)

## Sources & verification

Park facts and notices are checked separately. Missing facility information does not mean a facility is absent. Official visitor page checked Oct 20, 2026.

- [California State Parks visitor directory](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=21805) · Oct 20, 2026

[Suggest a correction](https://caparks.org/about#corrections) · [Markdown version](https://caparks.org/parks/austin-creek-state-recreation-area.md)

## Nearby parks.

Within 35 miles in a straight line. Travel distances and entrances vary.

[All parks](https://caparks.org/parks)

[Sonoma

### Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve

Picnicking · Interpretive programs](https://caparks.org/parks/armstrong-redwoods-state-natural-reserve)

[Sonoma

### Sonoma Coast State Park

Camping · Boating](https://caparks.org/parks/sonoma-coast-state-park)

[Sonoma

### Fort Ross State Historic Park

Camping · Boating](https://caparks.org/parks/fort-ross-state-historic-park)