Camp under the giant redwoods atDel Norte Coast Redwoods State Park, with tons of short hikes (don’t miss the Damnation Creek hike – I heard it’s one of the most beautiful things to do in Northern California!) Wander theCrescent City Beachfront Park, right on the harbor with a sandy...
Northern California is home to forests of magnificent coastal redwoods, the world’s largest trees. Several parks protect these giants, including Redwood National and State parks, with 139,000 acres (560 km sq) of forest, and Humboldt Redwoods State Park, containing the largest remaining stand ...
If your goal is to set foot in a forest of ancient coastal redwoods, the best place to go, or really the only place to go, is the North Coast of California! Start by exploring Founders Grove or one of the other trails in Humboldt Redwoods State Park. ...
Stop 6: Fern Canyon and Redwoods National Park Fern Canyonwill easily be one of the best places to visit in Northern California. It is magical! Located inRedwoods National and State Parkson the coast of California, the entire canyon is dripping with dreamy ferns. Interestingly, it was aJurassi...
Two years ago, California condors were spotted in Sequoia National Park, in California's Sierra Nevada, for the first time in nearly 50 years. However, that same year, a dozen adults and two chicks died when a wildfire set by an arsonist ravaged their territory on the Big Sur coast. ...
Drive-Thru Tree Park is a piece of paradise in Northern California where you can drive your car through a Coastal Redwood, hike trails to photograph wild life and native plants, picnic, or shop.
Muir Woods National Monumentand Big Basin Redwoods State Park are both close to San Francisco, whileRedwood National and State Parks(encompassing four parks) are located at the very top of California. There areeven more parks to choose from, so pick the one that works best for your itinerary...
13. See redwoods at Armstrong Redwood Preserve, northern Sonoma County This state park is located north of Guerneville in Sonoma County and provides a completely different look at the nature in rural wine country. From camping to day hikes and easy family-friendly walks, this forest is a wonde...
Boasting peaceful ocean bluffs, rugged coastlines, and shop-filled beach towns, a stay at one of our Northern California Coast vacation rentals has something for everyone. These classic small coastal towns hugging the Pacific Coast offer a chance to unwind amidst unspoiled beauty, towering redwoods...