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Whale Watching Walk (Spring Ranch - Van Damme State Park)

Whale Watching Walk (Spring Ranch - Van Damme State Park)

Location: Spring Ranch Property, Van Damme State Park
Park at the Spring Ranch trailhead on the west side of Highway 1 at mile marker 49.00, across from Gordon Lane in Little River, California. GPS: 39°17'05.1"N, 123°47'36.4"W
Cost: free
RSVP: Please email director@mendoparks.org to reserve your spot (space is limited)

Join a CA State Park Interpreter for a 0.75-mile hike along the Spring Ranch trail to look for migrating gray whales! The guided portion of the hike will end at the coast, and visitors should plan to enjoy the 0.75-mile return hike at their own pace. The trail includes uneven surfaces and is not stroller or wheelchair friendly. This program will be cancelled for rain, severe weather, or park closure.

• Parking is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Moderately difficult hike
• Sturdy hiking shoes and layered clothing are recommended
• No restrooms or water are available at Spring Ranch.
• Ticks and poison oak may be present along the trail.
• Dogs are allowed on a 6-foot leash.
• Questions and/or Accessibility Info: Mackenzi.Lamb@parks.ca.gov

More Information:
To learn more about upcoming programs or to make a donation to MendoParks, visit mendoparks.org.

Spring Ranch (Van Damme State Park)
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM on Sat, 14 Mar 2026

Event Supported By

MendoParks
707-937-4700
mapa@mendoparks.org
Spring Ranch (Van Damme State Park)
Highway 1, Mile Marker 49.00
Mendocino, California 95460
707-937-4700
director@mendoparks.org