Are there bears in redwood Park?

The coast redwood and Douglas-fir forests, and oak woodlands of Redwood National Park are home to many black bears {Ursus americanus). The black bear is the most common species of bear in North America, and is the only one found in California since the grizzly bear (U. horribilis) was extermi- nated in the 1920s.



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Mountain lions (cougars) roam throughout Redwood National and State Parks. Although they have been spotted in picnic areas and along trails and roads, your chance of seeing one of these secretive animals is rare.

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Chipmunks and tree squirrels also may be seen in park's forests and oak woodlands. These small rodents and large ungulates are the most commonly observed terrestrial mammals within Redwood National and State Parks.

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Threatened and Endangered Species of Redwood National Park: Western Snowy Plover (they closed the beaches to off road use to protected this bird), Tidewater Goby, Stellar's Sea Lion, Steelhead, Northern Spotted Owl, Marbled Murrelet(close to extinction due to road building, logging), Coho Salmon,Chinook Salmon, Brown ...

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During the summer months (June – August) expect to find mosquitoes at varying levels in the Redwoods.

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As said above, all hikers need to take reasonable precautions (you could turn your ankle, you need a whistle and you need to let someone know when to expect you back). Mountain lion attacks in the northern redwoods are more rare than being struck by lightening. But again, bring a nice loud whistle.

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In Redwood National and State Parks, ticks dwell in tall grass, bushes, and wooded areas. In the summer months, as temperatures increase, ticks become more active. Ticks can infect humans with bacteria, viruses, and parasites that can cause serious illness.

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Hiking shoes: It can get pretty wet and muddy in the Redwoods, so you're probably best to bring a pair of waterproof hiking boots. The Columbia Newton Ridge Plus Waterproof Hiking Boots are a great choice.

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All bears in these parks are American black bears (Ursus americanus).

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