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# Full Day: South of the Klamath River

Multiple Parks

              -  Redwood National and State ParksDrive the Newton B. Drury Scenic Parkway  - Activity Fee:  No (Entrance fees may apply)
- Reservations:  No
- Activity:  Scenic Driving
- Pets:  Yes with Restrictions
- Location:  Newton B. Drury Scenic Parkway
- Duration:  30–60 Minutes
- Season:  Winter,  Spring,  Summer,  Fall
- Time of Day: Any Time

A ten mile drive through the heart of the redwoods. You have to exit HWY 101 to see the big redwoods.
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              -  Redwood National and State ParksStroll to the Big Tree Wayside  - Activity Fee:  No (Entrance fees may apply)
- Reservations:  No
- Activity:  Hiking
- Pets:  No
- Location:  Big Tree Wayside Trailhead
- Duration:  10–30 Minutes
- Season:  Winter,  Spring,  Summer,  Fall

For those short on time then this 5-minute walk will lead to some amazingly large trees.
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              -  Redwood National and State ParksWalk the Karl Knapp (Prairie Creek) - Foothill Trail Loop  - Activity Fee:  No (Entrance fees may apply)
- Reservations:  No
- Activity:  Hiking
- Pets:  No
- Location:  Karl Knapp (Prairie Creek) Trailhead
- Duration:  1–2 Hours
- Season:  Winter,  Spring,  Summer,  Fall
- Time of Day: Day

Located in the southern third of the parks this fully accessible and family-friendly loop trail takes you under some of the tallest trees in the world and follows along a beautiful creek. There is parking, restrooms, and picnic tables close by.
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              -  Redwood National and State ParksWalk the Fern Canyon Loop Trail  - Activity Fee:  Yes
- Reservations:  Yes
- Activity:  Hiking
- Pets:  No
- Location:  Fern Canyon
- Duration:  45–90 Minutes
- Season:  Winter,  Spring,  Summer,  Fall
- Time of Day: Day, Dawn, Dusk

A unique, beautiful, and popular location in the park. Getting here does require some planning, reservations are required May 15th through September 15th (available online), there are two (2) stream crossings that you have to drive through, and your feet will get wet. Definitely an adventure!
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              -  Redwood National and State ParksHike the James Irvine Trail to Fern Canyon Loop  - Activity Fee:  No (Entrance fees may apply)
- Reservations:  No
- Activity:  Hiking
- Pets:  No
- Location:  James Irvine Trailhead
- Duration:  4–8 Hours
- Season:  Winter,  Spring,  Summer,  Fall
- Time of Day: Day

One of the longest hikes in Redwood National and State Parks, this 12-mile loop will take you from Redwoods, through spruce forests to the ocean - and back.
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              -  Redwood National and State ParksHike to Trillium Falls  - Activity Fee:  No (Entrance fees may apply)
- Reservations:  No
- Activity:  Hiking
- Pets:  No
- Location:  Trillium Falls Trail: Elk Meadow day-use area
- Duration:  30–90 Minutes
- Season:  Winter,  Spring,  Summer,  Fall
- Time of Day: Day, Dawn, Dusk

Located in the southern end of the parks this is arguably one of the best family-friendly walks. It also has plenty of parking, picnic tables and restrooms.
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              -  Redwood National and State ParksWalk the Lady Bird Johnson Grove  - Activity Fee:  No (Entrance fees may apply)
- Reservations:  No
- Activity:  Hiking
- Pets:  No
- Location:  Lady Bird Johnson Grove Trailhead
- Duration:  45–60 Minutes
- Season:  Winter,  Spring,  Summer,  Fall

An iconic redwood grove in the southern end of the parks that is easy to walk. There are logistical considerations for parking, and RVs and trailers are not advised.
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              -  Redwood National and State ParksDrive the Bald Hills Road  - Activity Fee:  No (Entrance fees may apply)
- Reservations:  No
- Activity:  Scenic Driving
- Pets:  Yes with Restrictions
- Duration:  2–6 Hours
- Season:  Winter,  Spring,  Summer,  Fall
- Time of Day: Any Time

Scenic drive into the high hills and open prairies of the parks. Sweeping views, and opportunities for hikes, birding, wildlife viewing, and seeing historic barns and orchards.
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