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Humboldt Redwoods State Park

Avenue of the Giants, Myers Flat, California

Description

Humboldt Redwoods State Park main attraction is its 69km2 of old-growth redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens), comprising the entire Bull Creek watershed and the Rockefeller Forest. It was named after 19th century scientist Alexander von Humboldt and established mainly from lands purchased from lumber companies operating in the area. It is home to the 4th-tallest measured living redwood, the Stratosphere Giant, which measures 113m. There are more than 100 miles of trails and dozens of campsites.

Access & Transport

The visitor center is located on the Avenue of the Giants, State Route 254, between the towns of Weott and Myers Flat— 70km south of Eureka and 35km north of Garberville, off Highway 101. San Francisco is 360km / 4h drive away on US-101. Accessibility info: http://access.parks.ca.gov/parkinfo.asp?park=22&type=0

Instructions & Recommendations

Dogs are not allowed on trails. There can be wide temperature differences between areas within the park so dress with layers.

Meta review

Excellent online reviews for this State Park. The highlight for many is the scenic drive on the Avenue of the Giants but those who take time to hike through the woods are more widely complimentary of pretty much everything: not just the tall trees leaving them in awe but also Founders Grove, the blooming wildflowers, the campgrounds, and the turquoise-coloured river. Not a second fiddle to Redwood NSP.

Environmental & Social

This is an environment friendly activity. Socially neutral

Conclusion

Compulsory stop for anybody exploring California northern coast. A great camping place for outdoor enthusiasts and generally for casual hikes among some of the tallest trees in the world, without crowds.

Key positive

Impressive Sequoias

Many trails and not busy

Key negative

Time consuming to get to

Suitability

Some trail sections and the visitor center are wheelchair friendly as well as the Avenue of Giants drive

About this Rating

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Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

Updated in July 2023

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Visitor center open 09-17h in May-Sept and 10h-16h in Oct-Aor. Closed on Thanksgiving and 25 Dec.

av. transport time:1h

est. visit time:3h

Sunlight based

Sunrise / early morningOk

MorningOk

Lunch timeOk

AfternoonOk

Sunset / eveningOk

Night – bef. midnightNo

Night – aft. midnightNo

Pricing
Free

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