Bothe-Napa Valley State Park

Phone Number

(707) 942-4575

Max. Trailer Lengths

Trailer: Up to 24 Feet
Camper/Motorhome: Up to 31 Feet

Park Hours

Daily, 8am to Sunset

Seasonal Pool:
Saturday and Sunday
Hours 1pm to 5pm
Lifeguard on duty.

Dogs Allowed?

Yes
Dogs allowed only in developed areas. Dogs not allowed in the following areas: trails, dirt roads, backcountry areas, historic buildings, and historic gardens.

Driving Directions to Bothe-Napa Valley SP

The park is located 5 miles north of St. Helena and 4 miles south of Calistoga on Highway 29/128.
South - Near the Coast:
Take Highway 101 north to Highway 37 at Novato, east on Highway 37 to Highway 121, north on Highway 121 to Highway 29 near Napa, north on Highway 29 to the park entrance.
South - Inland:
Take I5 north to I580, west on I580 to I680, north to I780, north to I80, east to Highway 37, west to Highway 29, north on Highway 29 to the park entrance.
North - Near the Coast:
Take Highway 101 south to Calistoga exit, go east on Mark West Rd., continuing on Porter Creek Rd. to Petrified Forest Rd., turn left, go to Highway 128, turn right and follow Highway 128 past Calistoga to the park entrance.
North-Inland:
Take I5 south to Highway 20, west to Highway 53, south to Highway 29 at Lower Lake, then south on Highway 29 to the park entrance.
East:
Take I80 west to Highway 12, west to Highway 29, then north to the park entrance.

Visitors will be able to reserve campsites and lodging six months in advance from the current date. Bookings may extend from the arrival date to the desired departure date – based on availability and the park’s maximum stay rules.

Upcoming Park Events

No events scheduled at this moment.

OVERNIGHT FACILITIES
Family Campsites
Group Campsites
Hike or Bike Campsites
Alternative Camping
RV Access
TRAIL USE
Bike Trails
Hiking Trails
DAY-USE ACTIVITIES & FACILITIES
Historical/Cultural Site
Picnic Areas
Env. Learning/Visitor Center
Exhibits and Programs
Interpretive Exhibits
Swimming
Museums
Family Programs
Geocaching
OTHER FACILITIES & VISITOR INFORMATION
Parking
Restrooms / Showers
Drinking Water Available

Ritchey Creek imagePark Operated by Napa County Regional Park and Open Space District

(Contact for Park Information)


Napa Valley State Park Association (Cooperating Association)

The ecosystem diversity within California State Parks/Bay Area District results in a wide array of flora and fauna.  Following such heavy rain this winter, we are anticipating an impressive wildflower display in Spring 2023.  However, we wanted to alert the public that Bay Area District State Parks ( Mt. Tamalpais, China Camp, Tomales Bay, Samuel P Taylor, Sonoma State Historic Park, Trione-Annadel, Sugarloaf, Jack London, Bothe-Napa and Robert Luis Stevenson ) are not currently experiencing a “superbloom”.  We do anticipate a significant bloom towards early May.  Please monitor the social media channels of the Parks you intend to visit to get an alert when we do start to experience the massive blooms.  We look forward to welcoming you to your local State Parks!

 


Restored Historic Cabins!

Bothe-Napa now offers fully restored Historic Cabins and awesome Yurts!!
Reservations for cabins and yurts are both made through ReserveCalifornia.


  • Pay showers are available.

  • The swimming pool will open for the summer season.
    Saturday and Sunday 1pm to 5pm
    Lifeguard on duty.

  • Campground reservations can be made by contacting ReserveCalifornia.

 

Located in the heart of the beautiful Napa Valley wine country, the Park offers camping, picnicking, swimming, and hiking trails that go through stands of coastal redwoods as well as forests of Douglas-fir, tanoak, and madrone.

Daytime visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll in Ritchey Canyon on the Redwood Trail to view the delicate ferns and listen to the water splashing down the rocky creekbed. Bring your wine and cheese and picnic under the towering Douglas Firs.

On hot summer days, grab a swimsuit and towel and come enjoy a dip in the park's swimming pool.  There is an additional fee for the use of the swimming pool, to be paid at the park entrance. Current pool hours and dates of operation are posted on this page (see right sidebar) under "Operating Hours" and are subject to change. 

The large picnic grounds are located in the day use area, and are even available for group events and getaways. A covered area for group use contains picnic tables, a sink and an electrical outlet with a horseshoe pit and wheelchair-accessible restroom nearby.

Whether you visit the back country on a several hour hike or take a mere stroll along the creekbed, you will enjoy a close-up look at all the natural beauty that the park has to offer. There are well over 10 miles of trail for your indulgence.

Location - Directions

The park is located 5 miles north of St. Helena and 4 miles south of Calistoga on Highway 29/128.

South - Near the Coast
Take Highway 101 north to Highway 37 at Novato, east on Highway 37 to Highway 121, north on Highway 121 to Highway 29 near Napa, north on Highway 29 to the park entrance.

South - Inland
Take I5 north to I580, west on I580 to I680, north to I780, north to I80, east to Highway 37, west to Highway 29, north on Highway 29 to the park entrance.

North - Near the Coast
Take Highway 101 south to Calistoga exit, go east on Mark West Rd., continuing on Porter Creek Rd. to Petrified Forest Rd., turn left, go to Highway 128, turn right and follow Highway 128 past Calistoga to the park entrance.

North-Inland
Take I5 south to Highway 20, west to Highway 53, south to Highway 29 at Lower Lake, then south on Highway 29 to the park entrance.

East
Take I80 west to Highway 12, west to Highway 29, then north to the park entrance.

Seasons/Climate Recommended Clothing

The park exhibits more seasonal changes than most Californians experience. Hot, dry summers change to mild, wet winters; in between, in spring and fall, the park and its surrounding area are probably at their finest.

Summer temperatures may reach 105 degrees Fahrenheit, but nights are usually cool. In the fall, when daytime temperatures are more pleasant, the leaves begin to turn, creating a dramatic and colorful display.

Temperatures don't often go below freezing and snow is infrequent, but nearly 45 inches of rain are apt to fall during a single winter - between December and March.

More about the park

Most of the park is rugged, with elevations ranging from 300 to 2,000 feet. You will notice a pattern in the vegetation: the forests are on the north-facing slopes and in canyons, while south-facing slopes tend to be brushy; redwoods grow only near creeks or springs.

Plant life hides much of the park's geology, which is principally volcanic, but you can see a reminder of the area's violent geologic past in the volcanic ash cliffs of upper Ritchey Canyon.

The park is home to raccoons, gray squirrels, deer, foxes, bobcats, and coyotes to name a few, but they are sometimes difficult to spot because of their nocturnal habits and the heavy forest cover.

Dogs are restricted to the camp and picnic areas and must be leashed.  They are not permitted on the trails or in the pool area.  Dogs may not be left unattended and must be inside a vehicle or tent at night.

Several species of birds can be easily detected though, including the six kinds of woodpecker that inhabit the park. The spectacular crow-sized pileated woodpecker is one of them. On a more rare occasion a spotted owl can be found, perched high in a redwood tree.

Located by the entrance to the park is the Visitor Center. The Visitor Center and entrance station are open intermittently when staffing is available.  Brochures (hiking maps) are also available by mail.

Next to the park's visitor center is the Native American Garden which displays some of the plants important to the first people of this area. Today, many of the same plants are used by the Wappo people. A guide for the garden is available by mail or in the visitor center to broaden one's understanding of the first people.

Near the day use/picnic area is the Pioneer Cemetery, resting-place of some of the original settlers of the Napa Valley. The cemetery is an interesting place to visit while on a day hike, and is currently under restoration to return it to its original, mid-1800's appearance.

Interpretive programs are offered throughout the year. Special programs can sometimes be arranged for groups by calling the park in advance.

Collecting or destroying anything in the park, including mushrooms, is prohibited.