Easy hikes and walks in Humboldt Redwoods State Park

Big Trees is probably the most popular place within Humboldt Redwoods State Park, and with good reason, as it is home to "Giant Tree" once recognized as the tallest of the Coastal Redwoods. From here you can take a number of trails to fit you schedule, ability, and fitness level. Anything from a quick 5 minute top to 20+ mile overnight trips can be had from here.

Set on the edge of second growth redwood forest and an open meadows, Albee Creek Campground is a popular spot for exploring the area. It opens for the season in May and is often booked out, so be sure to make your reservations early. https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=30998

The Founders Tree Coast Redwood stands in Founders Grove, not far from Avenue of the Giants, and marks a worthwhile story. There is 1.3 miles of trail, but the main attraction is located near the parking lot. The nature of the area makes the word hiking more appropriate than hiking. The place is quite crowded in July and August but has its charm that makes it difficult to miss this time of year. The circular hiking trail requires your attention so that you don't leave it. But absolutely worth it because you are surrounded by giant trees. Fallen trees give you a sense of dimension, from root to top.

The Founders' Grove is the most visited grove in Humboldt Redwoods and a major redwood attraction on the North Shore. It's popular because it's conveniently (perhaps too conveniently) located right next to Highway 101 on the Avenue of the Giants, and it's truly an extraordinary sight. The grove is perhaps most notable for its sheer size. From most locations on the Loop Trail, the large redwoods stretch as far as you can see in every direction. No other lowland grove feels so expansive. Located on an exceptionally large floodplain at the junction of two rivers, the grove is protected from storms by 3,000-foot mountains to the west, but is still immersed in the summer fog that flows up the Eel River Valley. As a result, the grove has many huge trees, which, combined with its large area and openness, make it one of the most impressive there is; it truly is quintessential Redwood Grove.

The visitor center is operated by the Humboldt Redwoods Interpretive Association and all proceeds benefit efforts to expand the park's educational and outreach goals. There are numerous visual and hands-on educational exhibits, a theater, a library, a gift shop, and a friendly volunteer staff to answer questions about the park and area. The visitor center is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. The tree disk is interesting because it shows certain events in annual numbers and goes back to 1200!

The Burlington campground is in a spectacular setting. The only minor annoyances are that the hiker/biker sites are next to the road (there are few cars at night, but their headlights could bother you), and the showers require coins (you can get quarters at the ranger station). The nearest food supply is probably at the general store in Myers Flat.

This was a very easy short trail that is very enjoyable and would be a nice location to take new hikers or elderly family. Low impact hike.

The trail is magic...