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Hopkins Wilderness Park
1102 Camino Real
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Reservations (310) 318-0670
Park hours
- Open 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (weather permitting)
- Closed Wednesdays for maintenance and irrigation
- Closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
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Wilderness Park Rules and Camping Application
Reservations can be made at Alta Vista Racquet Center office, 715 Julia Ave between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. daily. Hopkins Wilderness Park was developed in 1977 as a center for camping, nature study and conservation. The 11-acre site includes; four ecological habitats: forest, meadows, streams, and a pond; amphitheater (150 capacity); three overnight campgrounds: Gumwood Camp, Pine Camp, and Sycamore Camp (40 person capacity each); Elm Camp picnic site (40 person capacity); and public restrooms and support facilities.
No entrance fee is required for individuals or families who wish to visit the park.
Rules and Regulations
- Please use park fish food only
- No collection, removal, destruction of any plant, animal, or other natural object
- No campfires, alcoholic beverages, smoking, fireworks, weapons, charcoal barbecues, open flame devices, pets, bicycles, vehicles, or skateboards
Day Camping - By Reservation Only
- Picnic sites with cooking center and picnic tables. Capacity: 40 people
- Two Sessions 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Individuals and organizations who wish to reserve the park must pay a fee: 21 or older to reserve; cash, check nor Credit Card payment with ID.
- $30.00 fee per session (Scouts and Schools)
- $60.00 fee per session - Private Parties
Amphitheater Use - By Reservation Only
An outdoor Amphitheater is available. Capacity: 150 person - Fee: $60.00 per three hours.
Overnight Camping (Friday and Saturday only per person/per night):
- Camping reservations shall be made not more than six months or less than two weeks in advance.
- $5.00 per person
- Staffing Fee of $240 per overnight reservation applies. Total staffing fee of $240 is to be evenly divided per each campsite reserved.
- Camping hours
- Arrival 2:00 p.m.
- Departure Noon
"Get Water Smart" Garden
The garden is comprised of drought-tolerant plants that are native to our region in order to educate the community about native plants and California-friendly demonstration gardens. Please download the Get Water Smart Garden brochure for more information.
