Originally Posted by
GeoKrpan
Bikes pay only $5 in California State Parks. But, the best thing is that no reservations are required AND you won't be turned away. That means if the bike site is full they will find another spot in the park for you to camp. You can go to the choicest parks at the peak of the season and not worry about having a place to stay.
Note that not all California State Parks have these "Hike and Bike" sites which don't allow or require reservations. They're common in the parks along the coastal touring route, but not frequently found in other parts of the state. And even the ones with official Hike & Bike sites do not guarantee that you won't be turned away if the regular site is full. While they do usually find some place for non-motorized travelers to pitch their tent (frequently in a day-use picnic area so you have to set up camp late and take it down early), they reserve the right to turn people away.