Redwood National and State Parks
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Redwood National and State Parks Essentials
This selection covers the core of the Redwood National and State Parks, a UNESCO World Heritage site protecting nearly half of the world's remaining old-growth coast redwoods. The list spans from the northern Jedediah Smith Redwoods to the southern reaches of Redwood National Park. Highlights include the fern-draped walls of Fern Canyon, the newly accessible Grove of Titans, and the 1,500-year-old Big Tree. Visitors can observe Roosevelt elk in coastal prairies and explore diverse ecosystems ranging from inland river groves to rugged Pacific overlooks.
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Redwood Camping & Backcountry
This collection features developed campgrounds and remote backcountry sites across Redwood National and State Parks. Developed sites like Jedediah Smith and Elk Prairie offer access to old-growth groves and wildlife viewing, while Gold Bluffs Beach provides coastal access near Fern Canyon. For solitude, backcountry camps such as Elam and 44 Camp require permits and hiking but provide immersive forest stays. These locations span from the Smith River in the north to the Redwood Creek drainage in the south.
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Climate & when to visit
Best time to visit: June, July, August, September
Practical information
- Currency
- US Dollar USD $ · Card payments · Widely accepted
- Emergency numbers
- 911 Police · Ambulance · Fire brigade
- Electricity
- 120 V · 60 HzType A / Type B
- Languages
- English
- Tap water
- Safe to drink
- Driving side
- Right
- Calling code
- +1
Tours & Activities
Redwood National and State Parks – Plan Your Days
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