California Federation of Women’s Clubs Grove
A state-park grove beside the South Fork and Bull Creek, with the Rockefeller Loop and river views. Vehicle access remains restricted; pedestrian access is open.
Also known as: Women’s Federation Grove, Federation Grove
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Can I swim now?
California Federation of Women’s Clubs GroveSouth Fork Eel River
This is not an all-clear. Check the current statewide reports map and signs at the site.
Site-specific result not listed in the current FHABS exportCalifornia HAB reports map ↗Practical algae information
Harmful algal mats can occur in clear water and reports are not comprehensive. Avoid visible mats or discolored, stagnant water; keep children and pets away from affected water. Only testing can determine whether toxins are present.
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Access
Access restrictionVehicle access is closed until further notice. Pedestrian access remains open; use the current signed pullout and do not block the gate.- Parking
- State Parks says the grove's vehicle entrance is closed until further notice and identifies a three-vehicle pullout for pedestrian access.
- From parking
- The Rockefeller Loop begins near the grove and follows the South Fork and Bull Creek; riverbank accessibility is not established by the accessible trail designation.
- Restrictions
- Vehicle access is closed until further notice. Pedestrian access remains open; use the current signed pullout and do not block the gate.
Facilities
- Picnic setting
- Rockefeller Loop trail
Listed facilities come from the cited manager record. Check current restrictions and posted signs before use.
Sources and verification
Manager: California State Parks. Parking directions are shown only where the public entrance is documented.
- State Parks vehicle-access notice ↗ checked 2026-09-08
- Humboldt Redwoods accessible features ↗ checked 2026-09-08
