Admiral William Standley State Recreation Area

Telephone: 707-247-3318

Operating Hours: 0800 - Sunset

The park is north of Santa Rosa, 14 miles west of Laytonville on Branscomb Road. Westport, CA

WELCOME to Admiral William Standley State Recreation Area

The Admiral William Standley State Recreation Area is a state recreation area located north of the city of Santa Rosa, California, on the Eel River in Mendocino County. The park features 45 acres of redwoods and is a popular spot for salmon and steelhead fishing. The area is also a favorite place for hikers and picnickers.

The park is named for Admiral William Standley, a former fleet commander and member of the commission appointed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to investigate the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Admiral William Standley State Recreation Area is at an elevation of 1,700 feet in the Coastal Range. It is located near the headwaters of the south fork of the Eel River. The park features redwoods and is a popular spot for salmon and steelhead fishing.

Seasons/Climate/Recommended Clothing
The weather can be unpredictable; layered clothing is recommended.