Established in 1929, this predominately old growth coast redwoods park is bisected by the last major free flowing river in California, the Smith River. Almost all of the park land is water shed for the Smith River and Mill Creek, a major tributary.
The park has about 20 miles of hiking and nature trails, river access, a visitor center with exhibits and a nature store. Drive Howland Hill Road (gravel-not recommended for trailers) and stroll in the Stout Grove.
Location/ Directions
Nine miles east of Crescent City on Highway 199.
Latitude/Longitude: 41.7817 / -124.1008
Seasons/Climate/Recommended clothing
Summer 45-85 degrees. Winter 30-60 degrees.
Annual rainfall can be up to 100 inches during November through May.
Redwood National and State Parks
This park, along with Prairie Creek, Del Norte Coast, and the National Park Service's Redwood National Park, are managed cooperatively by the National Park Service and the California Department of Parks and Recreation. These parks make up
