Coho Cottages

This is a hike through a remote part of Redwood National Park. To gain access to the trailhead you need to request a permit online. It is about 7 miles up to the gate from 101 and about 6 miles down to the trailhead from the gate. The little extra effort is worth it. The trail runs gently down to the Redwood River through some amazing groves of huge trees. It is about 1.5 miles down, then there is a 1 mile flat loop at the bottom with really interesting flora along with more huge trees.

Located not far from Highway 101, this easy walk through old-growth redwoods is a popular destination for families. This kid-friendly trail is a short loop that winds through a mixed forest of redwoods and other tall conifers. However, there is a hikers' bridge with a slope that makes it not officially accessible for those with a wheelchair. In summer, daily ranger-led walks begin at the parking lot. There is a lot of interesting human history, passion, and conflict surrounding the...

This is a family-friendly hike passing old-growth redwoods, maples, trillium flowers, ferns, and huge fir trees... with a small waterfall too! There are some switchbacks and an elevation gain of 200-feet to reach the falls. Trailhead parking is located at the Elk Meadow Day Use Area just off Davison Road, three miles north of Orick. Because of the trail's beauty and the good parking and picnic options, many rangers recommend this as the best little hike in Redwood National and State Parks....

Memorable hike through gorgeous redwood forests reminiscent of Endor. Travel through a canyon with tall fern-lined walls for a good portion of the walk. Some rock hopping and creek exploring is neccessary on this hike, so bring waterproof shoes with good traction. The tip of this loop leads hikers to Goldbluffs beach, a driftwood-lined beach with golden, sandy bluffs towering behind. Complete this hike with a stop at the beach for a snack while the marine fog rolls in to make this a...