Jackson Demonstration State Forest — Attraction in Fort Bragg

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This place is beautiful, wonderful and awesome. If you like nature and outdoors and trees then this is the place for you. The redwoods are amazing to walk amongst on any of the trails.

The camping is great but primitive and it costs about 15 per night. Cash paid at the site. No online options. They may accept checks too.

There's a river to cool off in and lots of turn outs on the 20 to take a rest or stop to hike a bit.

It's not as hot as it is if your coming from the East but not as cold if you're coming from the West.

It's a great trip on your way to the beach at Fort Bragg.

There's lots to see and do...

Jackson State Forest is a empty healthy near wilderness most Californians don't even know exists. It a large chunk of coast mountains and deep rocky gorges between willets and Fort Bragg. There are miles of unpaved roads that wind though the wild river valleys and hug the mountain sides with very impressive views. Best part though is it feels like you have the place to yourself. You are not allowed to primitive camp but there is a nice campground near the highway. It's an educational experience too being a "demonstration forest." If you have a jeep or truck you can find the middle of nowhere there. Got...

My lady and I were getting a bit stir crazy and needed some adventure. Chamberlain Creek Waterfall seemed like a good idea even tho it was raining. We packed our hiking gear and went looking for adventure! We found it! What an amazing place off the beaten path. We've been here before and it wasn't anything to spectacular tho this time it was magical! The waterfall was flowing beautifully and everything was so vibrant!! We pitched our tarp after a little hike around and enjoyed the night in the rain! If you're into adventure, seek this place out. You will not be...