10 Best hikes and trails in Redwood National Park

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Best trails in Redwood National Park

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Want to find the best trails in Redwood National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 38 great trails for hiking, walking, and birding and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 12 easy hiking trails in Redwood National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 3 to 4,278 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Redwood National Park.

Top trails

#1 - Lady Bird Johnson Grove Trail

Located near 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 establishment of...

#2 - Trillium Falls Trail

The Trillium Falls Trail, nestled within Redwood National Park, is a captivating loop that immerses hikers in the grandeur of ancient redwoods and a lush, diverse landscape. This moderately challenging trail reveals towering redwoods, vibrant maples, and a profusion of ferns, culminating in the enchanting Trillium Falls. The trailhead is conveniently located at the Elk Meadow Day Use Area, making it easily accessible for those exploring the park. As you embark on this adventure, be prepared...

#3 - Tall Trees Grove Loop Trail

This is a hike through a remote part of Redwood National Park. 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.

#4 - Enderts Beach via California Coastal Trail

This gorgeous trail takes you along the rocky Pacific Coast, with towering Redwoods and Douglas firs on the hills to your left. You'll take the California Coastal Trail to a beautiful beach. The area is a popular spot for tide pooling, remember to wash your hands before handing anything found in the pools.

#5 - Berry Glen and Lady Bird Grove Trail

Parking is available in a lot on the shoulder alongside Highway 101. From this point, follow the Berry Glen Trail uphill into the forest. Almost immediately you're surrounded by towering redwood trees. The Lady Bird Grove Trail is a mix of Redwoods and Douglas Fir. A plaque is in place honoring Lady Bird Johnson along the way.

#6 - Coastal Trail and Yurok Loop

This is a must-do hike in Redwood National Park. There are no redwoods, but there is a beautiful coastline, ocean, and beaches. Start at the Yurok Loop trailhead (lagoon picnic area). Be sure to check out the hidden beach, which features beautiful tide pools, starfish, and crabs. There is so much to explore along this trail, making it great for the entire family.

#7 - Yurok Loop Trail

The Yurok Loop Trail is a stunning loop near Redwoods National and State Parks of Northern California. This easy, family-friendly hike offers a short but beautiful loop exploring some of the wonderful NorCal Coastline. The trail is mostly flat on well maintained trails, and showcases some of the fauna of the coastline as well as offering a good spot during low tide to explore some of the tide pools.

#8 - Klamath Overlook

One of the North Coast’s most spectacular views at 600 feet above the river mouth. Scope Bald Eagle, Osprey, American Kestrel, Common and Pacific Loon, Red-necked and Western Grebe, Surf Scoter, and Black-legged Kittiwake. Common Murre and Pigeon Guillemot are seen in the breeding season. The hillside below overlook is alive in spring with Allen’s Hummingbird, Wrentit, and Orange-crowned Warbler. May to June watch for migrating Black Swift among Vaux’s Swift and swallows. A steep trail near...

#9 - Redwood Creek Trail

A lovely trail along a creek surrounded by redwoods. With a permit, one can camp anywhere along the creek (away from the bridges), the only place in the park where camping is allowed outside a campground. This area is hiker access only, bikes, pets, and horses aren't allowed. The bridges over the creek are only in place between June and September, other times of the year the creek may be too high to cross. Before building a campfire, check on the park website to make sure no fire...

#10 - Hidden Beach and False Klamath Rock

This route follows the Coastal Trail north from the Klamath River Overlook. From here you can see the river's confluence with the Pacific Ocean. Along the way there are continuous views of the coast and at points you can walk down to the beach. The route outlined here ends where the trail meets Route 101/Redwood Highway.

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Hours & contact

Open 24 hours

Passes & fees

No fee required

Accessibility

General park hours

Every day • Open 24 hours

Phone

(707) 464-6101

There are no entrance fees to drive the scenic roads or highways in our three state parks and national park. Some day-use areas have fees; these accept interagency and CA state park passes.

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Overview

Redwood National Park does not charge an entrance fee, but the Interagency Access Pass allows pass holders to receive a 50% discount on other park amenities, such as camping.

All visitor centers are accessible to visitors using mobility equipment or strollers, and wheelchair accessible restrooms and drinking fountains are available. Orientation films include open captioning.

Loaner standard and beach wheelchairs, audio descriptions, tactile exhibits, and Braille and text materials are available. Please call 707-464-6101 in advance to make a reservation for equipment.

Many ranger-led programs are wheelchair accessible, using multiple sense learning styles. Many ranger-led nature walks are held on well-compacted gravel or paved paths.

Additional information about accessibility at Redwood National Park can be found on their website: https://www.nps.gov/redw/planyourvisit/accessibility.htm.

Facilities

All picnic areas are wheelchair accessible with packed, level paths and surfaces.

Camping

The campground has individual wheelchair accessible camping sites and 2 wheelchair accessible cabins.

Service animals

Service animals must be on-leash throughout the park.

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Trail reviews for Redwood National Park

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Al Sweetser

May 25, 2025•Hiking

Must do hike in Redwood national Park. Very easy walk. Limited parking though.

Lady Bird Johnson Grove Trail

Karen Adams

May 27, 2025•Snowshoeing

Easy to parkNot crowdedBathrooms availableGreat conditions

Spectacular trail winding through the redwood forest. Shaded walk the entire route. Falls are beautiful. One of my favorite walks in the park.

Trillium Falls Trail

Dusty Warlick

Jun 4, 2025•Hiking

Not crowdedGreat conditions

Great trail especially when you get down to the bottom. Everything but you seems bigger on the trail. The ferns are 5ft tall the Redwoods are magnificent we really enjoyed the trail. It is a pretty good hike back out of the grove but was well worth it.

Difficulty: Moderate

Tall Trees Grove Loop Trail

Alice Madsen

Jun 6, 2025•Hiking

Easy to parkNot crowdedBathrooms availableGreat conditionsGreat views

Wide, lovely trail with numerous flowers among the redwoods.

Lady Bird Johnson Grove Trail

Brandon Morgan

May 25, 2025•Hiking

Bathrooms availableGreat views

Chalk up another awesome Redwoods trail! Easy walk that is great from the start and gets better as you go!: Beach plays "peek-a-boo" along the first part of the trail, then eventually becomes fully visible (and lovely) from on high, before you get to the best part after working you way down to explore and enjoy the waves, rocks, and sand. Today was cloudy, but the sun position relative to the water in the afternoon/evening is pretty perfect, and despite the clouds, I still got some beautiful glistening waters/waves here and there. Would probably be even better on a less cloudy day, and I'm guessing you probably also get some pretty amazing sunsets under the right conditions as well. Unfortunately, I didn't have time for that today (and don't think the conditions were ideal regardless), but it seemed like a number of people were setting up for that, so something to definitely consider. But it's a 5 either way!

Difficulty: Easy

Enderts Beach via California Coastal Trail

Eleanor Stray

May 26, 2025

Easy to parkNot crowdedGreat conditions

9 miles of redwoods all to myself on Memorial weekend! Lots of wildcat and bear scat on the trail, but didn’t see any. If you’re doing the out and back, I recommend turning around at the massive knobby burl tree. You’ll know when you see it. No point in walking down to the campground. The view is not really a view. This hike is for the trees!

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Redwood National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Redwood National Park is Lady Bird Johnson Grove Trail, which has a 4.8 star rating from 5,872 reviews. This trail is 1.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 101 ft.

What is the longest trail in Redwood National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Redwood National Park is Little Bald Hills Trail. This trail is estimated to be 18.3 mi long.

How many trails are in Redwood National Park?

There are 38 trails in Redwood National Park. These trails have an average 4.4-star rating from 19,239 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Redwood National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Redwood National Park has you covered. Bald Hills Road boasts the most elevation gain with 4,278 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Little Bald Hills Trail, which will get you 3,687 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Redwood National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 7 camping trails in Redwood National Park and the most popular is Enderts Beach via California Coastal Trail with an average 4.8 star rating from 1,071 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Redwood National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 19 running trails in Redwood National Park and the most popular is Lady Bird Johnson Grove Trail with an average 4.8 star rating from 5,872 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Redwood National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 10 biking trails in Redwood National Park and the most popular is Enderts Beach via California Coastal Trail with an average 4.8 star rating from 1,071 community reviews.