Bothe-Napa Valley State Park
Also known as Bothe-Napa Valley SP
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- parks.ca.gov(707) 942-4575
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
In Napa County, about 4 miles southeast of Calistoga, Bothe-Napa Valley State Park covers about 1,884 acres.
The park supports historic sites, swimming, geocaching, biking, and picnicking. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites, tent sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
| Swimming — Seasonal Pool | Sat–Sun | 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Daily, 8am to Sunset
Seasonal Pool, Saturday and Sunday: Hours 1pm to 5pm Lifeguard on duty.
Seasons/Climate Recommended Clothing: The park exhibits more seasonal changes than most Californians experience. Hot, dry summers change to mild, wet winters; in between, in spring and fall, the park and its surrounding area are probably at their finest. Summer temperatures may reach 105 degrees Fahrenheit, but nights are usually cool. In the fall, when daytime temperatures are more pleasant, the leaves begin to turn, creating a dramatic and colorful display. Temperatures don't often go below freezing and snow is infrequent, but nearly 45 inches of rain are apt to fall during a single winter - between December and March.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Day Use | $10 |
| Pool Entry Fee | $5 |
Official wording
Special rates may apply for peak season, high demand holiday periods, and during weekends. Prices are subject to change without notice. • Vehicle Day Use: $10.00 • Pool Entry Fee: $5.00
California park passes
- California Explorer Annual Pass — $195. Vehicle day-use entry to 134 state parks incl. high-demand Southern California beaches Details
- Golden Poppy Annual Pass — $125. Vehicle day-use entry to 112 state parks Details
- Historian Passport — $50. Admission for up to four people at per-person-fee State Historic Parks Details
- Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Annual Pass — $50. Entry to State Vehicular Recreation Areas that collect day-use fees Details
- SNO-Park Pass — $40 season / $15 day. 18 SNO-PARK winter recreation areas Details
From the California state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveCalifornia
- Phone
- (800) 444-7275
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed, with restrictions
Not allowed in or on: the following areas: trails.
Are dogs allowed? Yes: Dogs allowed only in developed areas. Dogs not allowed in the following areas: trails, dirt roads, backcountry areas, historic buildings, and historic gardens. Dogs are restricted to the camp and picnic areas and must be leashed. Dogs may not be left unattended and must be inside a vehicle or tent at night.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
- Campground reservations can be made by contacting ReserveCalifornia.
Located in the heart of the beautiful Napa Valley wine country, the Park offers camping, picnicking, swimming, and hiking trails that go through stands of coastal redwoods as well as forests of Douglas-fir, tanoak, and madrone.
Overnight facilities: Tent Camping, Group Campsites, Hike-and-Bike Campsites, Remote Camping, RV Access
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
Historic sites and toursPicnickingSwimmingGeocachingHikingBikingCamping
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Visitor center
- Nature center or museum
- Parking
- Group facilities
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Group camping
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Overview
The Napa County Regional Park and Open Space District and the Napa Valley State Parks Association took over operation of Bothe-Napa Valley State Park and the adjacent Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park on April 1, 2012. No State services or staff are available.
Located in the heart of Napa Valley Wine Country, Bothe-Napa Valley State Park offers a variety of outdoor activities in a convenient touring location. The park is about halfway between Calistoga and Saint Helena on Highways 29/128. Phone (707) 942-4575 for more information.
Camping
Within the Ritchey Creek Campground, campsites #9, #37, and #42 are accessible. Accessible restrooms with showers are nearby.
Picnic Area
Nine accessible picnic sites are dispersed throughout the day-use picnic area. An accessible restroom building with showers is available in the picnic area. Also within the picnic area, a shaded Ramada for larger groups is accessible. Use of the Ramada is subject to reservation.
Read more from the park
Trails
The History Trail – Cemetery Loop is a 0.29 mile accessible loop trail near the Pioneer Cemetery. The trail starts from the day-use area at the southeast end of the park. The accessible trail includes the beginning of the History Trail to and including the loop around the Pioneer Cemetery. The accessible trail is a loop that offers great views and interpretive opportunities of the Pioneer Cemetery and foundations of the White Church. The trail is constructed of compacted aggregate that is usable year-round. There are two armored crossings on the trail that water flows over the trail during rain events that might be challenging for some users. The trail is generally flat at less than 5% slopes with intermittent sections between 5% to 8%. Accessible parking is available at the day-use parking lot near the trailhead.
Trail Name Running Slope Cross Slope Trail Width Trail Surface
History Trail – Cemetery Loop 4% Average 3% Average 4.5 FT Average Aggregate & Wood
8% Maximum 5% Maximum 4.5 FT Minimum
Exhibits/Programs
Campfire Center: A redesigned campfire center includes accessible seating and presentation area.
Visitor Center: The visitor center displays plants, implements, ceremonial artifacts, and baskets made or used by the Wappo. Historic photos of the park's earlier uses, including the popular Paradise Park era, are displayed and interpretive materials and local guidebooks are available for sale. Parking, route into the visitor center, and restroom within are accessible.
Other Information
Swimming Pool: A pool is open during the summer months. A pool lift has been installed to enhance swimming access. Accessible parking is nearby. Accessible restroom and showers are within 200 feet of the pool at the picnic area.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- Bale Lane
Calistoga, CA 94515 - Nearest town
- Calistoga — about 4 mi southeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 38.5532, -122.5257
- Phone
- (707) 942-4575
Entrances
- Directions point
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
The park is located 5 miles north of St. Helena and 4 miles south of Calistoga on Highway 29/128. South - Near the Coast: Take Highway 101 north to Highway 37 at Novato, east on Highway 37 to Highway 121, north on Highway 121 to Highway 29 near Napa, north on Highway 29 to the park entrance. South - Inland: Take I5 north to I580, west on I580 to I680, north to I780, north to I80, east to Highway 37, west to Highway 29, north on Highway 29 to the park entrance. North - Near the Coast: Take Highway 101 south to Calistoga exit, go east on Mark West Rd., continuing on Porter Creek Rd. to Petrified Forest Rd., turn left, go to Highway 128, turn right and follow Highway 128 past Calistoga to the park entrance. North-Inland: Take I5 south to Highway 20, west to Highway 53, south to Highway 29 at Lower Lake, then south on Highway 29 to the park entrance. East: Take I80 west to Highway 12, west to Highway 29, then north to the park entrance.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- California State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- California State Parks Listing page (one link per unit, page_id = officialId), unioned with the CSP Enterprise GIS 'ParkEntryPoints' ArcGIS layer (coords, address, county, unit number, management status) and the 'CSPParkUnit_CurrentStatus' layer (open/partial/full closure)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology