Sinkyone Wilderness State Park

The wilderness area extends over 60 miles of Pacific coastline, featuring dense forests, coastal prairies, dark sand beaches, and marine wildlife sanctuaries.

Native Sinkyone tribes established permanent settlements near streams and rivers, moving in family groups to hunt and gather resources throughout the seasons.

The park contains ancient pathways and former Native American village sites, reflecting centuries of indigenous presence along the northern California coast.

Access requires navigating steep, unpaved roads from Highway 1 or Highway 101, with entry points at Usal Beach and Needle Rock Visitor Center.

The park forms part of California's Lost Coast, one of the few coastal areas without major road access, maintaining its natural character.

Location: Mendocino County

Operator: California Department of Parks and Recreation

Shares border with: Four Corners, InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness

Website: http://parks.ca.gov/?page_id=429

GPS coordinates: 39.92000,-123.94000

Latest update: June 7, 2025 17:19