Highlights of the Redwood Empire
The Redwood Empire is crowded with wonderful places to stop and explore. A two-week camping trip, moving from park to park every few days is a relaxing way to take in all the scenic delights of the region. Those with less time may want to focus on the highlights.
Prairie Creek State Park
Another day drive north to Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. Watch for wandering herds of Roosevelt elk. Drive out to Gold Bluffs Beach and hike up beautiful Fern Canyon. A scene from Jurassic Park II was filmed there.
Jedediah Smith State Park
Make Jedediah Smith State Park your base for exploring the northern section of the Redwood Empire. Wonderful campsites in the park are adjacent to easy trails that meander through the redwoods. The nearby Smith River is a nice place to cool off or perhaps to fish.
Several other parks are nearby. Visit Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park and Redwood National Park. Trails lead to rugged sections of the coast such as Wilson Beach and False Klamath Cove.