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
- Hike to the Tall Trees Grove
- 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.
4 current NPS alerts
- Park Closure: Closure: Crescent City Information Center Closed 10/27/2026
- Information: DeMartin Trail and Campground
- Information: 44 Creek Bridge Failure
- +1 more in the Alerts tab
Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 2, 2026). Official Redwood National and State Parks page on nps.gov
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 — check Alerts for live updates.
No park-wide entry reservation is required for Redwood National and State Parks. Cave tours, campgrounds, or activity passes may still need advance booking — see Overview on this page for fees, hours, and what to book ahead.
