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    China Camp State Park

    191 Reviews
    #2 of 18 things to do in San Rafael
    Nature & Parks, State Parks
    N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael, CA 94901
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    “Great hiking/views!”

    If you're looking for nature and solace in central Marin, you can't do better than China Camp... read more

    Reviewed 5 days ago
    SGersh
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    San Rafael, California
    “Good little hike”

    Very easy hike with great spots for picnic. Different view points that are beautiful also. Make... read more

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    MimiWahinee
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    La Paz, Mexico
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    Located on the grounds of an old Chinese fishing settlement, this park includes over 1,500 acres of beaches, hiking trails and picnic grounds.
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    N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael, CA 94901
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    All reviews shrimp mountain biking san pablo bay chinese fishing chinese immigrants get away fishing village great hiking history lesson china beach plenty of picnic tables single track small museum wild turkeys sandy beach beautiful spot garbage cans
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    Reviewed 5 days ago
    Great hiking/views!

    If you're looking for nature and solace in central Marin, you can't do better than China Camp. There are hills. There's Bay access. It's a wonderful patch of relaxed open green space between southern and northern San Rafael. Be alert, if you are hiking the...More

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank SGersh
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Good little hike

    Very easy hike with great spots for picnic. Different view points that are beautiful also. Make sure to stop at the little China camp museum.

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank MimiWahinee
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    gorgeous and so close to hwy 101

    We live near by and love walking here. Incredible scenery and views; a mix of oak woodlands and salt marsh. This is a good place for bikers but walkers need to be careful. . Be careful of bikers, they hog the trails. The only trail...More

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank cymbidian
    Reviewed November 2, 2018
    Peaceful, well it was for us!

    We came across this spot on a recent trip to St Rafael, great location on the edge of SF bay, benches and barbecues in situ for a great family/friends time. Plenty of room to escape/explore.

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank Philip P
    Reviewed October 14, 2018 via mobile
    Great location

    Let me start off by saying this place is really great. There are LOTS of raccoons. There are wild turkey, and you may get to see some deer. We reserved the two handicapped sites because we had my mother in law with us. Traveling through...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank Geminigoal
    Reviewed October 14, 2018 via mobile
    A Gem close to SF

    Often overlooked China Camp is a great spot for a mountain bike ride, hike, picnic or overnight camp. The mountain biking is a mix a fire road and very good single track. Great views, beautiful spot and very quiet. Highly recommend

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank MA92756
    Reviewed September 16, 2018
    Pocket of History

    I've lived in Marin for 30 years and did not realize the importance of Chinese fishing in the area. Very enriching. Lovely beach for a picnic.

    Date of experience: June 2018
    Thank FrequentFlier78868
    Reviewed August 29, 2018 via mobile
    Awesome!

    Great place to visit! I recommend it! Marin is amazing, and this is an example of a nice place to explore!

    Date of experience: July 2018
    Thank Kabbish
    Reviewed August 29, 2018 via mobile
    China Camp State Park

    Nice state park close to all points in Marin County. Definitely a must see place to visit. Have fun and enjoy!

    Date of experience: August 2018
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    Reviewed July 22, 2018
    Great hiking, views, and history

    Right along the bay, china camp has rustic trails with amazing views. China Camp Village is a preserved museum of the local Chinese fishing industry back in the day. There's a lovely gravelly beach and the water is usually pretty cold. It's a lovely getaway...More

    Date of experience: June 2018
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    glgypsy24
    April 2, 2017|
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    Response from Judith S | Reviewed this property |
    From the state park website... At Back Ranch Meadows Campground reservations can be made all year-round by calling Reserve America at 1-800-444-PARK (7275). All campsites at Back Ranch Meadows campground are HIKE-IN SITES... More
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    We traveled in early November, and didn't see any bees. The bathrooms were not clean, with little bits of dried toilet paper on the floor. They didn't pay the propane bill, (according to management) so there was no hot... More
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