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    Austin Creek State Recreation Area - Beautiful in the Fall!

    Austin Creek State Recreation Area

    4.5(19 reviews)
    48.7 km

    An incredible place to hike, camp, and sight see! Austin Creek State Recreation is an extensive…read morerecreational area in Guerneville that's filled with tons of hiking trails, camping sites, stunning meadows, and beautiful vegetation. It's also inclusive of the ever so popular Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve which boasts some of the largest and oldest redwood trees in the area. I hiked here from Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve via the East Ridge Trail with my group and connected to the Pool Ridge Trail. The Pool Ridge Trail is pretty moderate and spans about 4 miles one way. If starting from Armstrong Redwoods, you can connect to the the Pool Ridge Trail from the East Ridge Trail, and It will Loop you back to the beginning. The East Ridge Trail is pretty strenuous though, and the entire loop (when connecting to Pool Ridge) will be a little over 8 miles long in total. The Pool Ridge Trail is a narrow ridge trail that will take you through the beautiful Redwood forest and expose you to the prettiest plants and lush meadows. This trail will also take you to Gilliam Creek and Bullfrog Pond that will lead you to several campgrounds. There are plenty of benches and a few picnics tables along the way that pose at the perfect rest stop. You will be surrounded by the most amazing scenery. Another great reason to hike Austin Creek is that it isn't as crowded as Armstrong Redwoods. Of course, Armstrong Redwoods is gorgeous and is worth a visit too. However, if you're looking to escape the crowds but still reap the benefits of hiking the Redwood Forest, then Austin Creek May be a better fit for you. All in all, it's an excellent place to enjoy a scenic hike while in the Russian River Valley.

    Had a wonderful Saturday afternoon hike. We found a trail to take just below our parking spot at…read moreVista Point. But there are many trails to choose from. The trail took us downhill and we ended at a tiny bridge crossing Austin Creek. The Fall setting was beyond beautiful with orange and yellow leaves like a bed over the water. Our hike back up to the car was a great workout. I am sore as I write this, which means I accomplished what I set out to do: push myself! Highly recommend exploring Austin Creek. Beware of the drive up here. It's narrow and windy and up an extreme slope. Go slow, for it's technically a two way, though it only fits one car most of the way. But, it's worth the drive for these amazing views.

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    Austin Creek State Recreation Area - So many pretty flowers!

    So many pretty flowers!

    Austin Creek State Recreation Area - Strolling through the forest

    Strolling through the forest

    Austin Creek State Recreation Area - 1 of 2 campsites at Tom King.

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    Lake County - recreation - Updated July 2026

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