Walking among redwood trees is like stepping back in time--and no wonder. These giants live to be hundreds of years old. Standing next to redwoods is to be humbled as well, for they are also among the tallest and largest trees on earth. Take a trip to California's northern coastal area to experience their magnificence--and here some tidbits to know before yo… read more
Coastal redwoods grow in circular formations called stands, forming soaring cathedrals in the forest. Redwoods grow along the central and northern California coast, extending into southern Oregon. Here's information about traveling to see the majestic giants. read more
Located halfway between San Francisco, California and the Oregon state line, Humboldt Redwoods State Park is the third-largest state park in California. Covering 53,000 acres, the park also contains 17,000 contiguous acres of old-growth coastal redwoods, the world's largest. read more
The California Redwoods are a network of forests with some trees standing over 300 feet tall. Visitors to one of the California State Parks can begin a coastal tour from the north at Crescent City and travel down Highway 101 to the San Francisco Bay Area. While the main attractions are the trees themselves, many parks contain sites for camping, streams for f… read more
Pepperwood is a small community in the northwest of the state, about 30 miles from the Pacific Coast. Whether you travel the short drive to the coast or head east into Shasta-Trinity National Forest, there are plenty of options for hiking, fishing, swimming and mountain biking. read more
Redwoods are some of the most impressive trees in the world. There are more than 20 parks which contain these giant trees. If you wish to explore the verdant redwood forests which thrive in the moist air of the Pacific Northwest, then… read more
Standing under the canopy of a giant redwood forest in California gives you a sense of timelessness because the trees are so old. The two types of redwoods are the California coastal and the giant sequoia. The oldest coastal redwood is… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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