Why go
On the north coast, the tallest trees on earth grow. Redwood National Park and associated State Parks protect ancient coastal redwoods, wild beaches, rivers and a rich wildlife.
The stop can be easily integrated into the proposed round trip and offers a clear contrast to the previous stage.
At a glance
Category | Information
Ideal stay | 3 days
Best time to visit | May–October
Fifth-wheel access | Check your vehicle, specific campsite and approach road.
Priority | Nature, road trip & local experiences
Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park
Old Redwood forests, Roosevelt wapitis and access to Fern Canyon make the park particularly diverse.
Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park
The Smith River and dense old forests create an almost primeval atmosphere.
Lady Bird Johnson Grove
The easily accessible circular path gives a nice first impression of the Redwood forest.
Far Canyon
High, ferns-covered walls form a unique canyon; check access and reservations seasonal.
Things to do
Redwood hiking tours
Far Canyon
Watching Wapitis
Coastal beaches
Kayak on the Smith River
Shopping
Crescent City, Klamath, Orick, Trinidad and Arcata provide supply. Between the locations offer and mobile communications are partially limited.
Food & drink
Crescent City and Arcata offer the largest selection. Trinidad and Klamath offer smaller seafood and café offers.
Campgrounds
Jedediah Smith Campground – in the Redwood Forest
Elk Prairie Campground – ideal for Prairie Creek
Mill Creek Campground – large and wooded
RV Parks in Crescent City
Practical tips
Check vehicle lengths and tight Scenic Drives.
Don't ride Fifth Wheel on Howland Hill Road.
Reserve Fern Canyon and Campgrounds depending on the season.
Keep a long distance from wapitis.
Our recommendation
The Redwoods are among the strongest natural experiences in California. Plan three nights and ideally distribute them to the south at Prairie Creek and the north at Jedediah Smith.