Home of the world's tallest trees
Discover a region so extraordinary that it was named a World Heritage site for safeguarding 45 percent of the world's protected ancient redwood forest. People visit from all over the globe to experience the world's tallest trees, panoramic coastline and signature wildlife. You'll find pristine wilderness, hundreds of miles of hiking and bicycling trails, self-guided nature trails, picnicking, camping, river swimming and horseback riding.
Redwood National and State Parks are managed by the National Park Service and California State Parks. The four-park complex includes Redwood National Park and Jedediah Smith, Del Norte and Prairie Creek Redwoods State Parks.
ACTIVITIES: Pristine wilderness offers visitors hundreds of miles of hiking and bicycling trails, self-guided nature trails, wildlife spotting, picnicking, camping, river swimming and horseback riding (call 707-465-7335 for horseback riding information). From the Smith River to the Pacific Ocean, the foggiest parts of the ancient redwood forests to the clear meadows filled with elk and songbirds, visitors are guaranteed a wild and truly inspiring experience at Redwood National and State Parks (RNSP).
ACCESSIBLE FEATURES: All visitor centers. Many picnic areas, Big Tree Wayside Trail. Wheelchairs for loan available at Crescent City. Beach wheelchair at Crescent City and Gold Bluffs Beach.
DOGS: On leash at all times. Not allowed on park trails, at programs, or in park buildings.
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Amenities & Fees
Redwood National and State Parks are fee free with the exception of day use areas within the Prairie Creek Redwoods, Del Norte Coast Redwoods, and Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Parks. Camping and Lodging: Fern Canyon and and Gold Bluffs Beach Campground are within a day use area and require paying a day use fee of $8 per car or showing a federal or state pass. For camping near the park, visit HipCamp.com.
What To Pack
- Safety: We want visitors to enjoy their experience safely. Simple actions can positively increase your outdoor experience. Such actions include taking water and snacks along with you, staying on designated trails, taking breaks, and letting people know where you are going and approximately what time you're coming back. For more outdoor safety tips, please visit www.parks.ca.gov/SafetyTips (external link).
- What To Bring: Layers of clothing. In the rainy season, pack warm hats, scarves, mittens and plenty of thick, fast-drying socks. And don't forget the raincoats and rain pants. Water, snacks a field guide, binoculars.
Additional Information
Visit Redwood National and State Parks (external link); Redwood Parks Conservancy (external link), or call the four-park headquarters, the Crescent City Information Center, 1111 Second St., Crescent City CA, at (707) 465-7335. You can also download the Redwood National Park Visitor Guide (external link).
