TRIP PLANNING North of the Klamath River

Where can I get park maps and more information?www.nps.gov/REDW Hiouchi Visitor Center and Crescent City Information Center Jedediah Smith Campground (summer only)

Where can I drive past old-growth redwoods? 3.9 mile section of HWY 199. (5.5 miles east of Crescent City / 0.8 miles west of Hiouchi)5.1 miles of Howland Hill Road. (5 miles east of Crescent City) No RVs, or trailers2.6 mile section of HWY101. (7.9 miles south of Crescent City / 9 miles north of Klamath)

Where are the campgrounds in the parks? Two state park-operated campgrounds are in the northMill Creek (summer only) and Jedediah SmithReservations recommended. www.ReserveCalifornia.com 1800-444-7275

What are some short trails in the redwoods? Stout Grove (summer footbridges will be installed)Simpson-Reed Grove. ADA accessible

Where are the lodges, RV parks and restaurants? There are none in the parksLocal towns offer plenty of these. Klamath, Crescent City and Hiouchi are closestDel Norte County: www.delnorte.org

What about the backcountry? Free permits are required for over-night stays in any backcountry siteBe prepared to be in bear and mountain-lion country

Where can I take my dog? Only leashed, service-animals are allowed on park trails Walker Road is a great place in the old-growth redwoods for any leashed petLeashed pets can be on parking lots, developed campgrounds, and beaches with road access

What are other things to do in the north? Whale, bird, marine-life and sunset watching at Klamath Overlook. No RVs or trailers Tidepooling at Enderts Beach (requires 2.5 mile walk)Bike and hike different trailsKayak, raft or paddle along the Smith River Learn about Tolowa Dee-ni’ and Elk Valley Rancheria culture

What else is there to consider? Free ranger-led programs are offeredParking may be limited at the trailheadsWhen parked, keep valuables out of sight The southern part of the parks have more miles of trails in old-growth redwoodsTurn page for information on the southern part of the parks

TRIP PLANNINGSouth of the Klamath River

Where can I get park maps and more information?www.nps.gov/REDW Kuchel Visitor Center and Prairie Creek Visitor Center

Where can I drive past old-growth redwoods? 10 miles of the Newton B Drury Scenic Parkway (HWY101 exit 765 & exit 753) 3 mile section of Bald Hills Road. (3 miles east of Orick) No RVs or trailers

Where are the campgrounds in the parks? Two state park-operated campgrounds in the southElk Praire and Gold Bluffs BeachSummer reservations are essential. www.ReserveCalifornia.com 1800-444-7275

What are some shorter trails in the redwoods? Big Tree wayside. ADA accessiblePrairie Creek - Foothills Trail. ADA accessibleTrillium Falls Trail / Elk Meadow. Picnic tables and plenty of parkingLady Bird Johnson Grove. No RVs or trailersLost Man Creek. Trailers not advised

Where are the lodges, RV parks and restaurants? There are none in the parks, but local towns offer plenty of these Orick, Klamath, Trindad, McKinleyville, Arcata and Eureka are closeHumboldt County: www.visitredwoods.com

What about the backcountry? Free permits are required for over-night stays in any backcountry siteBe prepared to be in bear and mountain-lion country

Where can I take my dog? Only leashed, service-animals are allowed on park trailsCal-Barrel Road is a great place in the old-growth redwoods for any leashed petLeashed pets can be on parking lots, developed campgrounds, and beaches with road access

What are other things to do in the south? Day trips to Fern Canyon and Gold Bluffs Beach. No trailers100+ miles of hiking trails in diverse forests. “Trillium Falls Trail” is great for families Learn about the Yurok cultureDay hike (permit required) to Tall Trees Grove: Moderate 5-mile round tripDrive the “Bald Hills Road” to see the high-country prairies. No RVs or trailers Horse rides, biking and kayaking

What else to consider? Free ranger-led programs are offeredParking may be limited at the trailheadsWhen parked, keep valuables out of sight In summer, access to Gold Bluffs Beach may be limited due to over-crowding

Turn page for information on the northern part of the parks