Accessible Features at California State Parks | Caswell Memorial SP | Definitions and Terms | Activity Descriptions


Overview

Caswell Memorial State Park protects a fine example of riparian oak woodland, which once flourished throughout California's Central Valley and is home to several endangered animal species. It is located along the Stanislaus River near the town of Ripon, off Route 99. Phone (209) 599-3810 for more information.

Camping

Four accessible campsites are available: site 29, 41, 44, and 56. Restrooms and combination restroom/shower building is accessible. One van accessible parking space is available at the combo building. Routes of travel to the restroom and combo building are accessible.

Picnic Area

The family picnic area is generally accessible, including many accessible BBQ grills. Parking includes four accessible spaces, one of them van accessible. There are accessible paved routes from parking to the accessible areas. The Oak Grove picnic area restroom is accessible.

Trails

The Loop Nature Trail is a 0.71 mile accessible loop trail that starts at the day-use parking lot and uses portions of the River Bend, Majestic Oaks, Gray Fox, and Fenceline trails to create the accessible trail loop. The shaded trail offers views of oak trees, roses, berries, and a peek or two of the river. The trail is compacted soil. The trail is generally flat at less than 5% slopes. Accessible parking is available at the day-use parking lot.

The Day-Use to Beach Trail is a 0.20 mile accessible trail from the day-use parking lot to the river beach. The trail is compacted soil. Accessible parking is available at the day-use parking lot.

Trail Name Running Slope Cross Slope Trail Width Trail Surface
Loop Nature Trail 1% Average 1% Average 6.75 FT Average Soil
5% Maximum 4% Maximum 3 FT Minimum


Beach/Shore Access

A beach wheelchair is available to provide access to the swim beach. Call (209) 599-3810 for information.

Other Information

There is 1 van accessible parking space located at the kiosk (park entrance).


To request an update to this page, please contact the Accessibility Division at access@parks.ca.gov or (916) 445-8949.