This forest is home to **old growth coast redwoods** that cool their roots in the fresh water of Redwood Creek and lift their crowns to reach the sun and fog. It's a **refuge and laboratory** that reveals our relationship with the living landscape.
You can become a **Jr. Ranger** if you're ages 4+, and explore the park's **hiking trails**, including the **Canopy Trail** with its amazing bridges. You can also pack a **picnic lunch** and enjoy it in the park.
Make sure to **reserve your parking** in advance, and check the **park hours** before you go. You can also download an app to access information about all 420+ National Parks from the **palm of your hand**.
This park is **federally protected** as a National Monument since 1908, and is home to **giant redwood trees** that are **incredible, massive, and beautiful**. It's a **climate resilient** park that's working to restore critical **coho salmon habitat**.
The National Park Service **welcomes and encourages** you to get involved with the planning efforts of the park. You can also learn more about the park's **restoration efforts**, such as the reengineering of Redwood Creek to restore critical coho salmon habitat.
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