Banning State Park Campground

Beautiful Park and a good variety of trails, made for a great weekend. Downside they closed their bathrooms the day before we got their and soem of the signage on trails to the waterfall definitely could be improved.

Beautiful hiking trails- and the Quarry tour is very cool if you like history. The river is really flowing right now and there are many areas to get closer to the water. Outdoor toilets are clean and plenty of parking near trails.

We very much enjoyed our stay at this campground! Many of the campsites were fairly secluded. Campsites 18 and 19 had pretty good privacy and we would definitely stay there again when we return. Beware of lots of poison ivy and mosquitos. The hosts, the rangers, and the staff were all very friendly! The plumbing bathrooms were NOT operational. The drop toilet was well cared for, so we didn't mind, but it was certainly a surprise. The water from the spigot was quite brown, so if that bothers you, bring your own. The hiking was breathtaking and it was a joy to watch kayakers on the rapids. Hiking on the Wolf Creek Trail to the waterfall was dreamy and unforgettable! It required climbing on and around rocks, so be mindful. Can't wait to return one day!

Spent the weekend here during MEA. Still a bit of fall color left. Camping sites are roomy. Nice trails however, the hike to Wolf Creek Falls is quite difficult if you're not in good shape. Had to abandon it after going in a mile. Wish we would have known that beforehand. Boat launch area at the river and Dragon's Teeth Rapids are quite beautiful and very popular for walking and hiking. Vault toilets are well maintained and there's Banning Junction very close by with restaurant, convenience store, gas, and liquor store. Nice place fir the kids and very dog friendly too. Will definitely return next year and hopefully find a way to get to the falls!

Beautiful park. Large roomy campsites. Although the mosquitoes were out in full force we enjoyed hiking to rapids.