Come explore the Mad River Bluffs. The McKinleyville Land Trust manages 74 acres of coastal dunes, estuarine, wetland, forest and grassland habitats. The Mad River Bluffs offers spectacular views of the Mad River and Pacific Ocean and hiking trails through a native coastal pine and Sitka spruce forest. Access to the river is located on the north and south end of the property.

Located at the intersection of Hiller Road and Ocean Drive in McKinleyville, California. The park is open during daylight hours.

Are you interested in being involved in our efforts at Mad River Bluffs? Please contact us.

Birding: Bring your binoculars to observe the many birds at Mad River Bluffs.

eBird: Bird List for Mad River Bluffs and Hiller Park

Virtual Tour of Mad River Bluffs
by McKinleyville Press

See the following for more:            

• Introduction

• Management Plan

• Trail Opening Celebration - McKinleyville Press