National Park Guide

Redwood National Park

California, US

Walk among the tallest trees on Earth in a misty cathedral of ancient coast redwoods stretching to the sky.

138,999

Acres

200

Trails

1968

Established

500,000

Annual Visitors

Quick Info

Season

Year-round

Entrance Fee

Free

Nearest Airport

Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV), 45 minutes

Best Months

June, July, August

Highlights

Tall Trees Grove
Fern Canyon
Lady Bird Johnson Grove
Enderts Beach
Newton B. Drury Scenic Parkway

Park Map

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Top Trails

Featured trailheads in Redwood National Park

Tall Trees Grove Trail

Moderate

3.5 miles round trip

600 ft gain

Fern Canyon Trail

Easy

1.1 miles loop

50 ft gain

Boy Scout Tree Trail

Moderate

5.6 miles round trip

800 ft gain

Stout Memorial Grove Trail

Easy

0.5 miles loop

50 ft gain

James Irvine Trail

Strenuous

10.0 miles round trip

800 ft gain

About Redwood National Park

Redwood National and State Parks protect nearly half of all remaining old-growth coast redwood forest, home to the tallest trees on the planet reaching heights over 370 feet. The park also preserves vast prairies, oak woodlands, wild coastline, and free-flowing rivers.

In-Depth Guide

Redwood National Park Guide: Best Hikes, When to Visit & Where to Stay

Plan your trip to Redwood National and State Parks. Top hikes, best months to visit, where to stay, and essential tips for California's tallest trees.

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Hotels

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The Historic Requa Inn

A charming 1914 inn overlooking the Klamath River near Redwood National Park, featuring a restaurant specializing in local cuisine and cozy rooms with river and forest views.

10 min drive$160-280/night

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Holiday Inn Express Arcata/Eureka - Airport Area

A highly rated IHG hotel near the Arcata-Eureka Airport with an indoor pool, spa tub, and scenic views of the Northern California coastline. Ideal staging point for Redwood exploration.

45 min drive$160-250/night

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Comfort Inn & Suites Redwood Country

A well-maintained 3-star hotel in Fortuna with consistently friendly staff, complimentary breakfast, a spa tub, and easy access to the southern reaches of Redwood National Park.

50 min drive$130-200/night

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Compare Redwood National Park

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Redwood National Park vs Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Choose Redwood for the tallest trees on Earth and moody coastal forests. Choose Sequoia and Kings Canyon for the largest trees by volume and a more varied mountain wilderness.

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