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# Van Damme State Park

Mendocino · California Department of Parks and Recreation

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

Closure noticeFacilities

### Van Damme State Park: Backcountry environmental campsites

Park-specific information

- [Backcountry environmental campsites](https://caparks.org/parks/van-damme-state-park)

The nine primitive backcountry sites are closed for maintenance. This does not describe all developed camping at the park.

[Read the official notice: California State Parks visitor directory ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=433)Source checked Oct 20, 2026

Visitor advisoryAccess & reservations

### Van Damme State Park: Temporary bridge to campsites east of Little River

Park-specific information

- [Temporary bridge to campsites east of Little River](https://caparks.org/parks/van-damme-state-park)

A narrow single-lane bridge and tight turns affect vehicle and trailer access. The agency recommends inspecting the route before attempting it with a large trailer; check the official dimensions and instructions.

[Read the official notice: California State Parks visitor directory ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=433)Source checked Oct 20, 2026

PLAN YOUR VISIT

## The practical details.

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

**Telephone**: [(707) 937-0851](tel:7079370851)

**Hours**: 6 AM to Sunset

[Official park information](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=433)

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=39.27424&lon=-123.79071)

## About Van Damme State Park

Van Damme State Park is listed in official public-land records for Mendocino, 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)[Boating ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/boating)[Interpretive programs ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/interpretive-programs)[Fishing ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/fishing)[Diving and snorkeling ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/diving-and-snorkeling)[Beach visits ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/beach-visits)[Surfing ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/surfing)[Geocaching ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/geocaching)[Hiking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/hiking)En route CampsitesTent CampingGroup CampsitesHike-and-Bike CampsitesRemote CampingRV Dump StationRV AccessParkingRestrooms / ShowersRestroomsOutdoor ShowersDrinking Water AvailableBoat RentalsEnv. Learning/Visitor CenterExhibits and ProgramsInterpretive ExhibitsScuba Diving/SnorkelingBeach AreaNature & Wildlife ViewingWindsurfing/SurfingFamily ProgramsHiking Trails

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=433)

## Read before you roam.

[THE FIELD GUIDE

### Plan for campground and visitor-service changes

Separate overnight access, sanitation, boat slips, and maintenance when checking a park’s visitor services.

Read the guide](https://caparks.org/guides/campgrounds-and-visitor-services)

## 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/van-damme-state-park.md)

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