5 Must-Do Hikes in the California Redwoods
Walk among the giants.
It is virtually impossible to describe the feeling of hiking in the ancient redwood forests in California. It’s something you need to experience for yourself. Lucky for you, we’ve put together a quick list of some of the best places to chase that feeling. All you need to do is get yourself to the trailhead, put one foot in front of the other, and let these massive trees do their thing.
1. Hike the Humboldt Redwoods River Trail
Photo: Emily Kent
2. Explore Muir Woods National Monument
Photo: Katch Silva
3. Hike to Tall Trees Grove
Photo: Brian Fulda
4. Backpack Redwood National and State Parks
Photo: Austin Trigg
5. Explore Fern Canyon
Photo: Juan Moreno
Cover photo: Austin Trigg
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