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
- Walk the Fern Canyon Loop Trail
- Nearby city
- Crescent City, CA
Explore this park
Alerts(2)
Delays along Bald Hills Road
There is a paving project on the section of Bald Hills Road between Lady Bird Johnson Grove and Redwood Creek Overlook. While crews are working, visitors heading to areas past Lady Bird Johnson Grove parking lot should expect a delay lasting 20-30 minutes in both directions. Access to Lady Bird Johnson Grove parking lot is not affected.
Delays along Highway 101
There are multiple traffic stops along Highway 101 from Orick, CA to Crescent City, CA due to road construction. Extra time may be needed to travel throughout the park. Delay times may vary. Please stay alert and drive cautiously.
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 and Permits for live updates.
TrailVerse lists 1 reservation type on the Permits tab, including Redwood National Park Backcountry Permits. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.
