If you have a bit more time and want to do a little more hiking, then check out the Sequoia and Skyline to the Sea trails. This is a 4-mile loop that will show you even more of these beauties. There is a small store in the park where you can pick up goodies for your hike and it's right across the street from Park Headquarters. This park is about 2,acres and offers a great look at some of the best redwoods near San Francisco. The most walked path is the Old Tree Trail.
This trail offers a 1. At the end of this trail, you will find a single tree called the Old Tree. It's one of the tallest in this area--standing at around feet tall.
It's about 1, years old and is an amazing sight to see. You will also find some other great redwoods along the coast throughout Northern California. These are a few additional places that are highly rated. It's home to the largest forest of old growth Coastal Redwoods which is called Rockefeller Forest. This old growth forest covers about 17, acres or about one-third of this state park out of a total 53, acres. Another area here that has made the park famous is the Avenue of the Giants.
It's a mile stretch of trees and is best place to see these giant redwoods by car. There are also a few places to stop along the way to see them up close. This is a group of four parks right near each other that are managed together by the National Parks Service and the California State Parks Service. Highlights here include both the old growth forest and the Roosevelt elk in the prairies between the redwoods in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park.
Del Norte Coast has a large population of old growth redwoods as well as a stunning coastline. You can drive through several sections of the trees, go hiking, spend the night camping or learn more about the parks in the visitor's center. You could spend a full day or even a weekend exploring this area. Looking for a place to stay in Humboldt County? Click here to find some great hotels deals on TripAdvisor. Something that I love about Hendy Woods State Park is that it is a little warmer than all of the other redwood parks as it's further inland.
It's also home to two old growth sections of trees. One is called Big Hendy, which covers 80 acres. The second is called Little Hendy, which covers about 20 acres. It includes around 5-miles of trails. Some of the trees here are estimated to be more than 1, years old. Several are more than feet tall. It's the only redwood forest in the gorgeous Anderson Valley and is the perfect stop for those wine tasting in this up-and-coming wine country region.
You won't find any of the drive through redwoods trees within the 2-hour driving time from San Francisco. Most of them are much further north. You can visit giant redwood trees just 25 minutes away from the heart of San Francisco. If you go, try the Tres Sendas Trail, a lesser known and less busy trail, that is filled with beauty and wonder. This trail is only a 3. Just a half-hour from San Francisco, Muir Woods boasts some of the oldest trees, many over 2, years old.
There are many trails to explore while getting a great view of the redwoods growing there. For beginner hikers, the Muir Woods trail is perfect, and at an easy pace can be completed in just 30 minutes. However, this park also has the Dipsea trail, which is really an all-day hike. It is a roughly mile round trip. Bring lots of water and snacks, so you can enjoy taking in the sights in the forest and Stinson Beach. If you are looking to hike near San Jose and Silicon Valley, this is the place for you.
For an easy beginner hike, try the Butano Creek trail, a 2. For recommend hikes and current trail conditions , please click here. Please check the Park Map , for details on where bicycles are allowed. Please check the Park Map , for details on where horses are allowed. To see a list of upcoming events and activities, please click here. For more information on camping options, please click here.
For more information about backcountry trail camps and to make reservations, please click here. Naturalist-led backpacking trips are offered during the summer season in the Santa Cruz Mountains through the California State Parks Backpacking Adventures program. For more information, please click here. DOGS are allowed in the campsites, picnic areas, and on paved roads. They must be on a leash and attended at all times. Dogs are not permitted on any of the trails or fire roads excluding the campground connector trail from Sempervirens and Blooms Creek campgrounds to park headquarters.
Dogs are allowed on North Escape, a 2. Some services will drop off at Big Basin, but will not return to pick you up.
Feeding wildlife is prohibited by law. Dispose of all trash properly and don't leave it out in your campsite where animals can get to it.
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