A couple tourists hiking in Redwood National Park, California

North Coast & Redwoods

Redwood National & State Parks

Explore the Ancient Forests of California’s Redwood Coast

Home to the tallest trees on Earth, Redwood National & State Parks protect an extraordinary landscape of ancient forests and rugged coastline. Hike beneath soaring old-growth redwoods, wander through fern-covered canyons, or watch Roosevelt elk grazing in misty meadows. Along the coast, scenic trails and overlooks reveal secluded beaches, rocky headlands, and sweeping Pacific views.

Eureka

A historic seaport, Eureka is Humboldt County’s cultural heart and an ideal base for exploring the Redwood Coast. Stroll through Old Town’s beautifully preserved Victorian buildings, discover colorful street murals, or sample locally crafted chocolate. Don’t miss the magnificent Carson Mansion or the Redwood Sky Walk, which offers an elevated perspective of the forest canopy.

Giant redwood trees along Avenue of the Giants — Avenue of the Giants in Humboldt Redwoods State Park

Ferndale

Nearby, the Victorian village of Ferndale is a picture-perfect vintage postcard. Historic Main Street is lined with ornate 19th-century storefronts, boutique shops, and colorful, gingerbread-trimmed buildings. Nestled between the redwoods and the fabled Lost Coast, Ferndale offers easy access to the towering trees along the Avenue of the Giants and wild, uncrowded beaches.

Strewn with large logs and driftwood, as a hazy morning clears to bue skies. Hidden Beach is a small cove beach in Redwood National Park, Del Norte County, Northern California. It is tucked away below a tree-covered hillside near the town of Klamath. This is a wonderful beach with huge rocks in the surf and driftwood logs piled up at the back of the beach. — Hidden Beach near Klamath

Klamath

Farther north, Klamath sits near the heart of the park system, where the Klamath River meets the Pacific. Discover the Yurok Tribe’s rich cultural heritage, explore the river by jet boat or traditional Yurok redwood canoe, or wander secluded beaches. For spectacular coastal panoramas and seasonal whale watching, head to Klamath River Overlook.