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Redwood National Park Thomas H. Kuchel Visitor Center, Orick, CA 95555 ☎ +1 707-465-7335 Last Updated: 02/02/2024 |
| Home of the world’s tallest trees, this World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Reserve protects nearly half of the world’s old growth redwoods. Redwood National and State Parks, located in northern California along the coast, are a collection of protected areas that preserve and showcase the iconic coastal redwood trees. | |
| Location: - The parks are situated along the northern coast of California, primarily in Del Norte and Humboldt Counties. The park complex includes Redwood National Park and several California state parks, including Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, and Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park. Landscapes and Features: - The primary attraction of the park is the coastal redwood (Sequoia sempervirens), one of the tallest tree species on Earth. These towering giants can reach heights of over 300 feet. - The park also features diverse ecosystems, including ancient forests, pristine rivers, and rugged coastline. Grove of the Titans: - Within Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, there's a notable area known as the "Grove of the Titans," which is home to some of the world's largest trees. Fern Canyon: - Located in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, Fern Canyon is a unique and lush canyon with towering walls covered in ferns. It has been featured in several films and commercials. Wildlife: - The parks are home to diverse wildlife, including Roosevelt elk, black bears, mountain lions, and a variety of bird species. The coastal environment also supports marine life. Trails and Hiking: - The parks offer a network of trails for visitors to explore the ancient redwood groves, scenic coastal areas, and other natural features. Notable trails include the James Irvine Trail, Fern Canyon Trail, and the Tall Trees Grove Trail. Visitor Centers: - There are visitor centers within the parks, providing information, exhibits, and educational programs about the natural and cultural history of the area. The Hiouchi Visitor Center is one such facility. Conservation Efforts: - Redwood National and State Parks are dedicated to the conservation of the redwood ecosystem. Efforts are made to protect the ancient trees, restore habitats, and manage the parks sustainably. | |
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Lady Bird Johnson Grove Place » Outdoors Lady Bird Johnson Grove rests near the top of a ridge in Redwood National Park, more than 1,000 feet from sea level. The moist conditions and the extra rain brought by the elevation causes the redwoods in this grove to look less red than trees of that sort found elsewhere on the North Coast. 21 views 💖 1Bald Hills Rd, Orick, CA 95555 |
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Redwood Creek Picnic Area Place » Outdoors Redwood Creek Beach is located at the mouth of Redwood Creek about two miles south of the town of Orick in northern Humboldt County. This day-use picnic area is part of Redwood National Park and has a large parking area, clean facilities, and access to a sandy driftwood-covered beach. The National Park’s Thomas H. Kuchel Visitor Center is adjacent to the picnic area. 24 views 💖 1Orick, CA 95555 |
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Orick Place » City Orick is a small community located in Humboldt County, California. It is situated near the coast and serves as a gateway to the Redwood National and State Parks. Orick is located in the northern part of California, within Humboldt County. It is situated along the Redwood Highway (Highway 101) and is near the Pacific Ocean. The population was 328 at the 2020 census. 25 views 💖 1California |
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Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park Place » Outdoors Fifty miles north of Eureka, Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park protects sandy beaches and open meadows grazed by magnificent herds of Roosevelt elk. Ferns cascade down canyon walls. Lush stands of the world's tallest living tree species, the coast redwood, stand in primeval majesty. 217 views 💖 1Newton B. Drury Scenic Pkwy, Orick, CA 95555 |