What should I bring to the redwood forest?

Some important pieces of gear to bring are:
  • Shoes: Sturdy walking shoes or athletic shoes are fine for most Beginning and Moderate trails. ...
  • Clothing: Wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing. ...
  • Hat: A hat protects your face and head from sun, shields your eyes from the glare, and helps you stay warm when it's cold.




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Hiking Checklist - Redwoods There are black bears found throughout the Redwoods, but hiking with or without bear spray is truly up to your own discretion and comfort level in black bear territory.

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You may plan to spend a day in each of the 4 redwood parks but make time to also check out redwood attractions around the parks. There are many fantastic trails in the Redwood National and State Parks, and it's impossible to see them all in one trip so make sure to come back for more.

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All the redwood parks can be visited year-round. Spring is the best time overall, especially from April through June. The woods are at their most lush and green, until Memorial Day the parks aren't too crowded, and all the trails and roads are usually open.

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While you could easily spend multiple days in the Redwoods, you can also get a good feel for all the Redwoods have to offer in one adventure-filled day! If you only have one day, make the most of it and see the variety available in this National Park.

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At any time of year, visitors to Redwood National and State Parks should be prepared for many types of weather. Dress in layers to accommodate any eventuality. Pack rain gear and wear sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots with non-slip soles—the moist rain forest and coast can be slippery.

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Great experience! The views from the skywalk were amazing! Such a wonderful experience!! It's amazing to feel like you are up in the trees, and looking down in the ferns was amazing as well.

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Redwood National Park is home to the world's tallest trees and old-growth redwood forests. Many of the trees in the forest of over 300 feet tall and 2,000 years old. The redwoods alone are enough to make this park worth visiting. But Redwood National Park has much more to offer than just majestic, giant trees!

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Garter (Thamnophis sirtalis infernalis), pictured below, is one of four species of garters found in the park. sided Garter Snake basks on a warm rock.]

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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks offer some of the best spots to see the behemoths, including the General Sherman tree. Stand below it or take a free park shuttle in the summer to see its size from a distance. Grant Grove and Giant Forest house the largest sequoia groves in the park and are a must-see.

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How should I dress for a national park? The best way to dress for a national park is in layers. The weather in national parks can vary greatly depending on the season but it never hurts to wear zip-off hiking pants, a tank top, a long sleeve sun shirt, and have sunglasses and a hat handy.

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If you're planning a family trip to Redwoods National Park this summer we've got your must-sees for the southern portion of this epic park. I would recommend a minimum of 3 days to fully experience this incredibly diverse park where you will experience everything from ancient forests to fun in the sun on the beach.

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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.

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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. State park day use passes and Interagency Federal Passes (Senior, Annual, Access, etc.) are accepted within these three state parks.

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Redwood National Park Facts
  • California Experienced A “Logging Boom” As Redwood Became The Wood Of Choice.
  • A League Was Established To Save The Redwoods.
  • The Tallest Redwood Tree Is Six Stories Taller Than The Statue Of Liberty.


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The 45-mile Direct Route will take around 1 hour 15 minutes to complete if you drive straight through Redwood National Park without stopping. We'd always suggest leaving a lot longer than this - at least half a day but ideally more - since there are so many stunning views to enjoy en route.

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Things to Do near Redwood National Park?
  1. Hiking Trails. Lady Bird Johnson Grove. 260 reviews. ...
  2. Scenic Drives. Newton B Drury Parkway. ...
  3. Forests. Tall Trees Grove. ...
  4. Beaches. Trinidad State Beach. ...
  5. State Parks. Patrick's Point State Park. ...
  6. Visitor Centers. Thomas H. ...
  7. Beaches. Big Lagoon County Park. ...
  8. State Parks. Humboldt Lagoons State Park.


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There are no entrance fees to drive the scenic roads or highways in our three state parks and national park. National Park: Redwood National Park is free to visit!

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