Van Damme State Park has some “Damme good rides!” Fern Canyon Trail provides some of the most beautiful riding in the area. “A wide and flat dirt trail takes you deep into this velvety green canyon of dewy bishop pines, redwoods, and thick ferns, bisected by the Little River.” For more great info, check out our friends at Weekend Sherpa who did a write up on this adventure.
Van Damme is an amazing spot for spear fishing and diving. Depending on what you’re looking for, there are a variety of sites boasting different fishing environments.
Explore the parks 10 miles of trails which go across the Fern carpeted canyon of Little River .The number one hike is definitely the Fern Canyon Trail , but the http://www.everytrail.com/guide/pygmy-forest-discovery-trail" target="_blank"> Pygmy Forest is also worth checking out.
One of the most popular things to do is kayaking; there really is no better way to explore the magnificent coastline! Kayak Mendocino offers excellent guided kayak tours of the nearby sea caves.
Van Damme is a good swimming spot, even better if you double as an abalone diver!