Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park

★5.0

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Dense old-growth redwood forest featuring some of the largest trees on Earth, scenic river access, and peaceful hiking trails through lush, cathedral-like groves.

General Information

Hours:
Open year-round
Day use: sunrise to sunset
Fees:
Free park entry; some parking areas ~$8 day-use fee
Camping additional cost
Pet Policy:
Pets allowed in developed areas and campgrounds (must be leashed)
Not allowed on trails
Closest cities with hotels:
Crescent City, CA
Seasons:
All year; best spring through fall for drier weather
Location:
Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, Redwood National And State Parks, CA
Website:
parks.ca.gov/?page_id=413

How to Get There

From Crescent City (9 mi): Take US-199 east into the park; main access points and visitor center are located just off the highway near the Smith River.

Overview

Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park near Crescent City preserves some of the world’s most beautiful old-growth redwoods along the pristine Smith River, with groves such as Stout Grove, swimming holes and camping. Named for the explorer who first crossed by land from the Mississippi to California in 1826, the 10,430-acre park is part of Redwood National and State Parks and reached by U.S. 199.

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