Mendocino Woodlands State Park is a 720-acre National Historic Landmark situated in a second-growth redwood forest northeast of the town of Mendocino. This area features a diverse landscape of towering coast redwoods, mixed hardwood forests, and riparian corridors along the Little North Fork of the Big River. The park's terrain, characterized by its extensive trail network and varied ecosystems, provides opportunities for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
43
Routes
4.8
(14)
Average rating
415
People visited

45
riders
73.6km
03:18
800m
800m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
riders
41.1km
01:54
340m
340m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
riders
36.7km
02:40
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5
riders
30.4km
01:39
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(1)
34
riders
29.2km
03:04
820m
820m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
riders
25.1km
02:33
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

13.0km
01:23
330m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
26
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(1)
23
hikers
6.01km
01:41
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
17
hikers
12.4km
03:22
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
hikers
21.3km
05:31
130m
130m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
hikers
421m
00:06
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

6
riders
88.3km
05:59
1,100m
1,100m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
7
riders
28.9km
01:52
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
39.3km
03:20
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
14.4km
01:21
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

8
riders
39.5km
02:56
440m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
48.4km
03:56
880m
880m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
21.8km
01:53
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
4.06km
00:30
50m
50m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
runners
9.01km
01:13
280m
280m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Mendocino Woodlands State Park offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Jogging. The park features over 25 miles of trails suitable for these sports. There are more than 10 routes available, with an average rating of 4.75 out of 5 stars from over 100 ratings.
Popular hiking trails include the Big Tree Trail, Old Jeep Trails, Nature Trail, Fern Gully Trail, Eagle's Roost Trail, and Marsh Creek Trail. These paths wind through redwood forests and along the Little North Fork of the Big River. For more details, refer to the Hiking in Mendocino Woodlands State Park guide.
Yes, the park offers trails suitable for families and beginners. The Big River Trail is an easy route with minimal elevation gain, popular with families. More options can be found in the Family-friendly hikes in Mendocino Woodlands State Park and Easy hikes in Mendocino Woodlands State Park guides.
The park's more than 25 miles of forested routes are suitable for mountain biking. These trails often extend into the adjoining Jackson Demonstration State Forest. For specific routes and information, consult the MTB Trails in Mendocino Woodlands State Park guide.
Yes, the park and surrounding area offer opportunities for both road and touring cycling. The Big River Trail, an old haul road, is an easy, traffic-free option. For more routes, see the Road Cycling Routes in Mendocino Woodlands State Park and Cycling in Mendocino Woodlands State Park guides.
The park is known for its majestic coast redwoods, some over 1,000 years old. Other features include the Little North Fork of the Big River, a large beaver pond, and open meadows. The Big Tree, a surviving old-growth redwood, is a notable point of interest.
The park is home to diverse wildlife. Visitors may spot deer, fox, river otters, and beavers. Bird species include Northern-spotted owls and Cooper's hawks.
Mendocino Woodlands State Park is a National Historic Landmark, constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. It is the only one of the original CCC campgrounds that has been continuously used for public camping since its development. Its rustic wood-and-stone buildings offer a connection to this historical period.
Mendocino Woodlands State Park is a popular destination on komoot, with over 1,700 visitors having explored its routes. The park's 12 routes have received more than 100 ratings, averaging 4.75 out of 5 stars.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the park, including Hiking in Mendocino Woodlands State Park, MTB Trails in Mendocino Woodlands State Park, and Traffic-free bike rides in Mendocino Woodlands State Park. These guides provide detailed information for various activities.
The official website for Mendocino Woodlands State Park is www.parks.ca.gov. The park can be reached by phone at +1-707-937-5755 for inquiries.

