Bird's eye view of the campground

Albee Creek Camp

Baxter Environmental Camp

Burlington Camp

Cuneo Creek Horse Camp

Hamilton Barn Environmental Camp

Hidden Springs Camp (sites 1-38, 51-78)

Hidden Springs Camp (sites 39-50,79-86,142-155)

Hidden Springs Camp (sites 87-141)

Johnson Trail Camp

Marin Group Camp

Trail Camp Bull Creek

Trail Camp Grasshopper

Trail Camp Hansen Ridge

Trail Camp Whiskey Flat

Visitor Center Host Area

Williams Grove Group Camp

Bird's eye view of the park

Humboldt Redwoods SP

River Campground (sites 1-30)

Grizzly Creek Redwoods SP

John B. Dewitt Redwoods SNR

## Overview

A spectacular meeting of land and sea, the King Range National Conservation
Area seems to thrust straight out of the surf. King Peak, the highest point at
4,088 feet, is only 3-miles from the ocean. King Range is the Nation's very
first National Conservation Area, designated in 1970.

The King Range encompasses 68,000 acres along 35-miles of California's
dramatic north coast, where the landscape was too rugged for highway building,
forcing State Highway 1 inland. Accessible by only a few back roads, this
remote region of mountains and seascapes is also known as California's Lost
Coast.

The King Range's Douglas fir-covered peaks attract hikers, hunters, and
campers, while the coast beckons to surfers, anglers, beachcombers, and many
others. World-class mountain bike trails, and 42,585 acres of coastal
wilderness are two of the highlights of this incredibly unique area.

The King Range NCA contains over 80 miles of hiking trails spanning from the
beach to the highest peaks. Most of the upland trails are strenuous due to the
steep rugged nature of the area. In addition to mileage, pay attention to the
elevation changes listed in the trail descriptions. A number of connector
trails allow for loop hikes.

The backcountry was designated as official wilderness on October 17, 2006 and
the BLM manages it accordingly, so expect no facilities and minimal signing on
trails. Some of the lesser used trails (such as Rattlesnake Ridge, Spanish
Ridge and Cooskie Creek) may be somewhat overgrown and difficult to follow.
Its best to carry a map and compass with you, and call the BLM office before
your trip to get the latest trail conditions.

Winter Weather & Ocean Advisory: Winter storms & waves in the King Range NCA
can make portions or all of the Lost Coast Trail dangerous and even impossible
to traverse, regardless of tidal level. Additionally, heavy rains may cause
downed trees or landslides along upland trails. Heavy rains may cause stream
crossings to become hazardous and may impede travel. We at BLM recommend that
you do not cross creeks that are above your knee. Be patient. Wait for water
level to subside. Please contact the King Range Project Office at (707)
986-5400 or the Arcata Field Office at (707) 825-2300 for updates on current
conditions and check The National Weather Service
(http://www.weather.gov/eka/) for current coastal conditions.

<h2>Overview</h2>

A spectacular meeting of land and sea, the King Range National Conservation Area seems to thrust straight out of the surf. King Peak, the highest point at 4,088 feet, is only 3-miles from the ocean. King Range is the Nation's very first National Conservation Area, designated in 1970.

The King Range encompasses 68,000 acres along 35-miles of California's dramatic north coast, where the landscape was too rugged for highway building, forcing State Highway 1 inland. Accessible by only a few back roads, this remote region of mountains and seascapes is also known as California's Lost Coast.

The King Range's Douglas fir-covered peaks attract hikers, hunters, and campers, while the coast beckons to surfers, anglers, beachcombers, and many others. World-class mountain bike trails, and 42,585 acres of coastal wilderness are two of the highlights of this incredibly unique area.

The King Range NCA contains over 80 miles of hiking trails spanning from the beach to the highest peaks. Most of the upland trails are strenuous due to the steep rugged nature of the area. In addition to mileage, pay attention to the elevation changes listed in the trail descriptions. A number of connector trails allow for loop hikes.

The backcountry was designated as official wilderness on October 17, 2006 and the BLM manages it accordingly, so expect no facilities and minimal signing on trails. Some of the lesser used trails (such as Rattlesnake Ridge, Spanish Ridge and Cooskie Creek) may be somewhat overgrown and difficult to follow. Its best to carry a map and compass with you, and call the BLM office before your trip to get the latest trail conditions.

Winter Weather & Ocean Advisory: Winter storms & waves in the King Range NCA can make portions or all of the Lost Coast Trail dangerous and even impossible to traverse, regardless of tidal level. Additionally, heavy rains may cause downed trees or landslides along upland trails. Heavy rains may cause stream crossings to become hazardous and may impede travel. We at BLM recommend that you do not cross creeks that are above your knee. Be patient. Wait for water level to subside. Please contact the King Range Project Office at (707) 986-5400 or the Arcata Field Office at (707) 825-2300 for updates on current conditions and check The National Weather Service (http://www.weather.gov/eka/) for current coastal conditions.

The sun sets over the Pacific Ocean at the Little Black Sands Beach.

Little Black Sands Beach at King Range National Conservation Area

King Range National Conservation Area

The King Range Wilderness now contains a total of 42,694 acres and is managed
by the Bureau of Land Management. All of the Wilderness is in the state of
California. In 2006 the King Range Wilderness became part of the now over 109
million acre National Wilderness Preservation System. In wilderness, you can
enjoy challenging recreational activities and extraordinary opportunities for
solitude. In an age of _"...increasing population, accompanied by expanding
settlement and growing mechanization,..."_ you play an important role in
helping to _"...secure for the American people of present and future
generations the benefits of an enduring resource of wilderness"_ as called for
by Congress in the Wilderness Act of 1964. Please follow the regulations in
place for this area, and use Leave No Trace techniques when visiting to ensure
protection of its unique natural and experiential qualities.

How to follow the seven standard Leave No Trace principles differs in
different parts of the country (desert vs. Rocky Mountains). Click on any of
the principles listed below to learn more about how they apply.

**Leave No Trace principles:**

  1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
  2. Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
  3. Dispose of Waste Properly
  4. Leave What You Find
  5. Minimize Campfire Impacts
  6. Respect Wildlife
  7. Be Considerate of Other Visitors

**Regulations:**  
Motorized equipment and equipment used for mechanical transport are generally
prohibited on all federal lands designated as wilderness. This includes the
use of motor vehicles (including OHVs), motorboats, motorized equipment,
bicycles, hang gliders, wagons, carts, portage wheels, and the landing of
aircraft including helicopters, unless provided for in specific legislation.
In a few areas some exceptions allowing the use of motorized equipment or
mechanical transport are described in the special regulations in effect for a
specific area. Contact the agency for more information about regulations.

The King Range Wilderness now contains a total of 42,694 acres and is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. All of the Wilderness is in the state of California. In 2006 the King Range Wilderness became part of the now over 109 million acre National Wilderness Preservation System. In wilderness, you can enjoy challenging recreational activities and extraordinary opportunities for solitude. In an age of "...increasing population, accompanied by expanding settlement and growing mechanization,..." you play an important role in helping to "...secure for the American people of present and future generations the benefits of an enduring resource of wilderness" as called for by Congress in the <a href="https://wilderness.net/learn-about-wilderness/key-laws/wilderness-act/default.php" rel="nofollow">Wilderness Act of 1964</a>. Please follow the regulations in place for this area, and use Leave No Trace techniques when visiting to ensure protection of its unique natural and experiential qualities.

How to follow the seven standard Leave No Trace principles differs in different parts of the country (desert vs. Rocky Mountains). Click on any of the principles listed below to learn more about how they apply.

Leave No Trace principles:

<ol>
	<li><a href="https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/plan-ahead-and-prepare/" rel="nofollow">Plan Ahead and Prepare</a></li>
	<li><a href="https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/travel-camp-on-durable-surfaces/" rel="nofollow">Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces</a></li>
	<li><a href="https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/dispose-of-waste-properly/" rel="nofollow">Dispose of Waste Properly</a></li>
	<li><a href="https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/leave-what-you-find/" rel="nofollow">Leave What You Find</a></li>
	<li><a href="https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/minimize-campfire-impacts/" rel="nofollow">Minimize Campfire Impacts</a></li>
	<li><a href="https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/respect-wildlife/" rel="nofollow">Respect Wildlife</a></li>
	<li><a href="https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/be-considerate-of-other-visitors/" rel="nofollow">Be Considerate of Other Visitors</a></li>
</ol>

Regulations: 
Motorized equipment and equipment used for mechanical transport are generally prohibited on all federal lands designated as wilderness. This includes the use of motor vehicles (including OHVs), motorboats, motorized equipment, bicycles, hang gliders, wagons, carts, portage wheels, and the landing of aircraft including helicopters, unless provided for in specific legislation. In a few areas some exceptions allowing the use of motorized equipment or mechanical transport are described in the special regulations in effect for a specific area. Contact the agency for more information about regulations.