The park is the site of a 1880s Chinese shrimp-fishing village that at its peak housed nearly 500 people.
It served as a primary filming location for the 1994 live-action film 'Star Trek Generations'.
The park protects rare salt marsh habitats that are critical for the endangered salt marsh harvest mouse and the California clapper rail.
It is one of the few places in the San Francisco Bay Area that preserves evidence of the historical Chinese commercial fishing industry.
The Back Ranch Meadows Campground is tucked into a valley, providing a sheltered microclimate compared to the exposed shoreline.
China Camp State Park is a 1,500-acre coastal park located along the shores of San Pablo Bay. It preserves the site of a 19th-century Chinese shrimp-fishing village, which remains a central historical feature. The park features 15 miles of trails used for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Extensive oak woodland and salt marsh habitats characterize the landscape. The Miwok Meadows area provides a large open space for picnicking and group gatherings. Shoreline trails offer direct access to the tidal flats of the bay. The park serves as a protected sanctuary for diverse avian species and local wildlife. It is operated through a unique partnership between California State Parks and a non-profit organization.
The historic pier and weathered wooden buildings at the China Camp Village area.
Download offline maps before arrival, as cellular reception is inconsistent throughout the park's canyons.
Check the tide charts before visiting, as high tides frequently submerge parts of the lower shoreline trails.
Bring wind-resistant layers, as the bay breeze can cause temperatures to drop rapidly once the sun lowers.
Attempting to ride mountain bikes on trails restricted to pedestrians; strictly follow the marked trail signage.
Stay on marked trails to protect sensitive marshland ecosystems and avoid disturbing local wildlife habitats.
