Russian Gulch State Park in California State

Russian Gulch State Park

Perched over a rocky coastline overlooking the ocean, this state park has a diverse landscape of sandy beaches and steep canyons.

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Russian Gulch State Park Details

Perched over a rocky coastline overlooking the ocean, this state park has a diverse landscape of sandy beaches and steep canyons. Add to the mix a redwood forest filled with lush mosses and ferns, and you have yourself one extremely beautiful park! There are plenty of activities (on land and sea) that you can participate in during your visit. Go for a hike on the 15 miles of trails, kayak near the sea caves and tide pools on the coast, or spend the night under the stars at one of the 26 campsites.

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