Redwood National and State Parks
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Redwood National and State Parks at a glance
- Best time
- January–April, October–December
- Trip length
- Half day–2 days
- Don't miss
- Main Redwood National and State Parks highlights — see Things to Do for current listings
- Nearby city
- Crescent City, CA
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About Redwood National and State Parks
Renowned for the world’s tallest trees, Redwood’s landscapes span from open prairies and oak woodlands to pristine rivers and untamed coastline. This ancient home has supported people for thousands of years. The National Park Service and California State Parks now work to safeguard and rejuvenate these lands for everyone’s enjoyment, learning, and inspiration.
Weather Information
Visitors should be prepared for cooler and damp weather. Dress in layers and expect to get wet. Year-round temperatures along California's redwood coast: mid-40s°F (7°C) to mid-60s°F (18°C).
- Summer
can be foggy, with highs occasionally reaching low 70s°F (20°C).
- Winter
are cooler with considerable rain.
October through April averages 60-80 inches of rain over the region.
Operating Hours
Operating Hours
The national and state parks are always open to enjoy. Roads, trails and public access remain open year round. Some campgrounds and visitor centers are closed - or have reduced hours - in the off-season (October-May)
- MondayAll Day
- TuesdayAll Day
- WednesdayAll Day
- ThursdayAll Day
- FridayAll Day
- SaturdayAll Day
- SundayAll Day
Common questions
Planning Redwood National and State Parks
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Redwood National and State Parks has Recreation.gov reservations including Redwood National Park Backcountry Permits. About 1.2 million recreation visits were recorded in 2025. Confirm current rules on Recreation.gov and the Permits tab before travel.
See Permits tab →
