Kruse Rhododendron State Natural Reserve

Category: Nature preserve

Address: Cazadero, CA 95421, USA

Phone: +17078473221

Reviews

Jon Williams

Jan 14, 2022

Enjoy the hike if you like the outdoors that's the place

Svetlana K

May 28, 2021

Nice trail, but just some flowers of Rhododenron. Expected to see more flowers but no regred, nice short hike in the woods.

Brendan Kiely

Oct 31, 2020

A nice smaller reserve with a two mile loop hiking trails from the parking area. Nice scenery and not crowded since it is hidden about one mile from the Hwy 1.

Carol Davis

Mar 7, 2020

Quiet loop hike through the woods. Rhododendrons bloom April through June, but other wildflowers are here and there. Parking is just a short drive on a gravel road from the turnoff from Highway 1.

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Questions & Answers

Are they blooming now?

Dan Friedman | Apr 28, 2022
Carrie Anderson | Apr 28, 2022

Yes! We saw the first blooms this year on March 29, and more blossoms are opening every day. They'll likely hit their peak around the second week of May.

Any special requirements for admission?

Kathleen Kopf | Apr 28, 2022
Carrie Anderson | Apr 28, 2022

Nope! The park is open to the public year round. Just please be mindful of the delicate ecosystem. No campfires, no smoking during high fire risk seasons, and no picking of mushrooms or plant life. Anything you bring in with you, remember to bring it back out with you when you leave. Dogs are not allowed on the trails, but on-leash dogs are fine to walk along the road.

Are the Rhododendrons blooming now?

A Google User | Aug 26, 2020
Carrie Anderson | Aug 26, 2020

Not yet. They'll likely start blooming in late March or early April, reach peak bloom in May, and fade out in June.

Is there overnight camping?

Maria-Giuliana Latini | Aug 27, 2018
Carrie Anderson | Aug 27, 2018

No, camping is not allowed in the Reserve. However, there are several campsites in the adjacent Salt Point State Park and surrounding areas. Both Woodside Campground and Gerstle Cove are highly recommended.

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