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Redwood Retreat

Hosted by Yarrow · Crescent City, California
4 guests max · 1 bed · 1 toilet
97%
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316 reviews
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Near Redwood National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the Jedediah Smith Visitor Center.
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Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
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We acquired the property in 2015, out-competing a logger who wanted to cut the grove for timber. We want the redwood grove to show the value of trees preserved in their natural state. You are helping us do that by staying in our woods!Halfway back in a 100-year-old grove of redwood trees stands the Redwood Cathedral Treehouse inside a “cathedral tree”– a circle of trees sprouted from an old-growth stump. Built using treehouse attachment bolts, this two-story platform is accessed via a redwood and madrone spiral staircase leading to the first deck. Constructed from salvaged, old-growth redwood from the local mill, it blends in perfectly with the surrounding forest. There you'll find a redwood slab table under a chandelier. A steel spiral staircase takes you to the upper deck, 22’ above the forest floor. Nestled among the branches, this large space features two cantilevered wings supported by cables. The first has a 12’ bar table atop decoratively etched tempered glass panels from which to overlook the grove, The other wing features an 8’ geodesic dome for reclining and relaxing. The dome has a storage compartment, two full-length pads and two opening windows. Bring your sleeping bags. You’ll find a swing for your inner child, a dumbwaiter for easy movement of belongings and a composting toilet and simple sink under the lower deck. The tree house provides space for two guests. For parties over 2 guests, an additional tent platform and picnic table can be added on for extra sleeping space. Because our neighbors have a rooster and other farm animals, you may hear crowing in the early hours. Inside the dome you will find disposable earplugs if this proves to be a problem for you. We are located on 1.25 acres approximately six miles north of Crescent City, California, halfway between Portland, Oregon and San Francisco, California—a comfortable day's drive (350 miles) from each city. We are three miles from the old growth redwoods at Jedidiah Smith State Park, part of the Redwoods National Park jointly managed by the state and federal governments. The tallest coastal redwoods in the world are within 10 miles of us. Two miles separate us from the ocean as the crow flies, about four miles by road. The nearest beach is Tolowa Dunes State Park where you are likely to see elk herds and porcupines. The beach is lightly used and on a weekday morning you can walk for miles north or south without seeing another person, though you are likely to see seals staring at you from the surf.
What to expect
Short walk to site
Parking isn't available at the site. You will park a short distance away and walk to the site (1-5 mins)
Treehouse
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
4 guests max
Toilet available
Composting toilet
No campfires
No pets
Potable water available
Bottled water or jugs
Bins available
Recycling bin, trash bin
Picnic table present
Redwood slab table on first deck of the tree house.
No showers
small sink under first deck of treehouse
Cooking equipment absent
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Early or late check-in may be available
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
Late check-out may be available
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy:
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 9 months out
Short walk
No wheelchair access
Max 1 vehicle
2WD accessible
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Redwood Cathedral Treehouse

97%
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Treehouse · Sleeps 4 · 1 bed · 1 toilet
Halfway back in a 100-year-old grove of redwood trees stands the Redwood Cathedral Treehouse inside a “cathedral tree”– a circle of trees sprouted from an old-growth stump. Built using treehouse attachment bolts, this two-story platform is accessed via a redwood and madrone spiral staircase leading to the first deck. Constructed from salvaged, old-growth redwood from the local mill, it blends in perfectly with the surrounding forest. There you'll find a redwood slab table under a chandelier. A steel spiral staircase takes you to the upper deck, 22’ above the forest floor. Nestled among the branches, this large space features two cantilevered wings supported by cables. The first has a 12’ bar table atop decoratively etched tempered glass panels from which to overlook the grove, The other wing features an 8’ geodesic dome for reclining and relaxing. The dome has a storage compartment, two full-length pads and two opening windows. Bring your sleeping bags. You’ll find a swing for your inner child, a dumbwaiter for easy movement of belongings and a composting toilet and simple sink under the lower deck. The tree house provides space for two guests. For parties over 2 guests, an additional tent platform and picnic table can be added on for extra sleeping space. Because our neighbors have a rooster and other farm animals, you may hear crowing in the early hours. Inside the dome you will find disposable earplugs if this proves to be a problem for you. We are located on 1.25 acres approximately six miles north of Crescent City, California, halfway between Portland, Oregon and San Francisco, California—a comfortable day's drive (350 miles) from each city. We are three miles from the old growth redwoods at Jedidiah Smith State Park, part of the Redwoods National Park jointly managed by the state and federal governments. The tallest coastal redwoods in the world are within 10 miles of us. Two miles separate us from the ocean as the crow flies, about four miles by road. The nearest beach is Tolowa Dunes State Park where you are likely to see elk herds and porcupines. The beach is lightly used and on a weekday morning you can walk for miles north or south without seeing another person, though you are likely to see seals staring at you from the surf.
Short walk to site
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
No showers

Reviews

97% Recommend407 ratings · 316 reviews
Mixed feelings
· September 2026
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
This spot is truly unique and picturesque; however, it comes with a few things to keep in mind. When I stayed, the dome was really musty and could use some tender loving care. I ended up sleeping with a mask on because the mold was more than I could handle. I understand it's in a tree, and that comes with moisture...just keep that in mind if you are sensitive to mold. There was a lot of noise during the late afternoon. The neighbors were building a structure, so a lot of hammering and nail guns, and idling trucks just outside the property for quite some time. Barking dogs, goats, and roosters too! This spot is just feet away from the neighbors' property. I realize the host has no control over their noise, so it's not her fault at all! After sunset, things quieted down, and it was super peaceful. Also, the listing mentions that the water is potable. I'm glad I asked the host before drinking the water provided. She confirmed that it was not potable, but usually it is. So best to confirm before drinking. The composting toilet was clean and well cared for. Otherwise, this spot is really beautiful and not like most places.
Recommends
· August 2026
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
Amazing stay! The roosters and goats kept us up, but I was so thrilled to be in a treehouse, I can’t say I really cared.
Recommends
· August 2026
Say Yes to the Treehouse!
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
Staying in the treehouse was such a completely new and fun experience for my family and I. From the swing to the creatively constructed dome, we felt like we were in our own little world. The treehouse felt like a sanctuary after a long day of travel. Looking up at the beautiful redwood trees in the morning was a magical experience, and we even encountered a very fat and happy banana slug! This was a novelty and we loved it!
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· August 2026
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
The treehouse is so beautiful and really well set up. There was even a swing! Yarrow was a great host and answered our questions when we had them.
Recommends
· August 2026
Group trip ·
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
We loved this place!!! Highly recommend! We will be back for sure.
Mixed feelings
· July 2026
Loved it! Would suggest a few thing
With kids ·
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
This was an amazing stay! The entire experience was super fun and magical! I would say, the pads that are on site are typical two inch camping pads, so be prepared or bring an extra pad. We did have to make light of the roosters that were close by waking us up quite early. My personal recommendation for a more hospitable stay would be to fill up the drinking water jug and add trash bags to the cans so it feels more like you were expecting us.
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· July 2026
Cathedral Treehouse
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
The treehouse was lovely and the pictures are what to expect. The property is well kept and welcoming. The grove is in the middle of a suburban neighborhood in north crescent city. Unfortunately, it wasn't as secluded as I had imagined. There are several neighbors with farm animals, a particular barking dog and lots of children. Ear plugs were a must for me to get sleep. The sound of birds in the morning and the presence of banana slugs were pleasant :) Watch your steps!
Mixed feelings
· July 2026
Great architecturally, improve biz
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
This is a signature architecture of a redwood treehouse experience! It is like a yurt in a tree. The land is sculpted pretty well for immersion. The rating for the experience is 4.5. Yet, as a business it is a 3. After payment the owner responded about 6 hours later when asked specific questions about the site and with a short response stating read the description. This caused about a four hour delay because we were not sure of what to bring. Was thiss truly glamping or more camping. Definitely camping. There is no electricity. You will need flashlights, lanterns, sleeping bag, blankets, etc. Also the water jugs and sink on site did not look like they had been cleaned in many months. So we did not use the water on site. We used the water we brought. Additionally, the cooking /dining area is architecturally well designed for the tree house experience but note - no electricity- thus you need a propane type of grill and any foods should be kept in an ice chest or other cooling method to remain safe for eating if perishable. The bathroom is compost style. We did not use it. But that area actaully looked the cleanest out of all the areas on site. Thus, if the owners spend a little extra time to clean out the yurt of cobwebs, the jugs of water ans sink to look potable, and ensure the solar lights in the areas are still working and improve response time, the rating as a paying customer would be higher. Blessings!
Recommends
· July 2026
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
The tree-dome is truly magical! The property feels like such a special escape and everywhere you look there’s something to notice. So much thought has been put into the space, I felt so lucky to stay here! Going to sleep under the trees was so peaceful and we loved having our morning coffee in the provided chairs on the upper deck. I wish we had more time to spend here, I would definitely visit again!
Recommends
· July 2026
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
Really cool property and fun place to stay! Definitely a little noise from the roosters and goats next door but nothing too crazy. Would absolutely stay here again!
Recommends
· July 2026
fun and unique
Group trip ·
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
really fun and unique place to stay, make sure to bring extra pads because the ones in the treehouse are pretty thin, other than that this place was great
Recommends
· June 2026
With kids ·
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
What an amazing time! This is an incredible little spot neselted in the trees.
Recommends
· June 2026
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
Beautiful and the treehouse/dome/trail were all well maintained.
Not recommend
· May 2026
Group trip ·
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
Honestly what we thought was going to be a fantastic spot to end our roadtrip was the complete opposite. We arrived late and finding the location was easy enough. Pulled up and began setting up. Zero lights guiding the path or near the treehouse. We had our phones and headlamps illuminating the way, not that big of a deal but could be a potential issue for other visitors. Once we got to the top of the treehouse we were greeted by multiple spiders. Bunch of little ones, but one huge, quarter sized brown spider within the treehouse. Listen, I understand it’s outdoors, bugs aren’t the issue but the very little precaution was. There are candles that can be lit to keep certain critters at bay, webbing that can be put up or even a more secure door. The treehouse could definitely have used a cleaning before we arrived. We all forfeited the treehouse because it seemed worn down and uninviting and just camped on the additionally charged wooden platform.
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· May 2026
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
Ted and Emily’s hip camp was perfect . I arrived in the evening and the lights of the cabin were really welcoming . All the amenities were wonderfully from the wood stove to the shower .i had a great night sleep and would have loved to linger there longer than a night .
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· May 2026
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
My only regret was arriving late. The roosters sure enough did start their hollering early but I was prepared for that. I missed out on meeting the resident cat but hope to stay again. Would definitely recommend. I had a great night’s sleep!
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· May 2026
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
Beautiful treehouse. Amazing set up. It was so peaceful being in the woods and I also felt safe being in a neighborhood. It was such an experience being so close to the redwoods. The dome stayed warm at night. I also got to see some banana slugs wish me farewell in the morning. Magical experience.
Recommends
· May 2026
Whimsy & cute!
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
This was a magical stay. We got there after dark and it was a bit challenging to find at first, but once we did, it was incredible! Banana slugs were EVERYWHERE and the camp felt pretty private despite being close to some houses. In the morning, a wonderful melody of animal sounds helped us greet the day. We will definitely be back in the future!
Recommends
· May 2026
Absolutely wonderful
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
Fantastic, treehouse experience, definitely recommend. Wonderful thought put into the design. Along with this unique forest lodging, we actually enjoyed waking up to the wildlife sounds of the roosters too
Recommends
· May 2026
Great stay!
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
This was a great option near Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park/Redwoods National Park.
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· March 2026
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
We loved the treehouse dome!! We spent two nights there. The ground was covered with clover and the cathedral trees were majestic protectors. Even though there were properties close by, we felt we had a lot of privacy. The roosters were loud in the morning, but we loved them! Bring ear plugs if you're a light sleeper. Also recommend bringing flashlights, lamps and phone chargers. Absolutely recommend if you want to disconnect a bit while still having quick access to Crescent City.
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· August 2025
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
Super cool spot! Very awesome treehouse in a very awesome location. Wish we had more than one night there but it was the perfect stop on our Redwoods roadtrip!
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· July 2025
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Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
The treehouse is in a beautiful redwood forest, and is a fabulous experience to say you slept in a treehouse in the Redwoods. You must supply your own bedding and carry it up some wide wooden steps and then a very narrow, steep metal spiral staircase to the top. There is a small bucket at the bottom on a pulley system to the top, but I found it was too small to fit my sleeping bag, pillow, and blanket. David was a wonderful host and helped me haul my sleeping bag up, so that helped a lot. Just keep in mind that anything bulky is fairly difficult to get up the stairs. Also, the supplied camping mattress was too thin for my preference; I’m on the heavy side and sleep on my side, so that may have been why. It’s very clean and in excellent condition (the camp mattress) but bring more padding if you are one who needs it. The compost toilet/sink area was very clean and pleasant. Overall a great stay!
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· June 2025
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
Such a unique experience. David had everything so well thought through and was there to show us around when we arrived. Definitely recommend!
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· June 2025
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
We had a great time camping in the trees! The whole atmosphere was quiet, relaxing, and thoughtfully decorated to make it a memorable stay!
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· June 2025
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
What an incredible slice of forest! The trees, ferns, and clover covered ground was absolutely magical. And the workmanship of the treehouse different levels, decks, and staircase was so impressive.
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· April 2025
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
This was an amazing and unique experience. David is an excellent and gracious host. I arrived late and had trouble finding the exact location in the dark, and David promptly came out to meet me and show me the way. The treehouse is visually impressive and spending a night there is great for the soul. Highly recommend this place!
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· April 2025
Escape to Heaven in this treehouse
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
This is such a unique experience. So peaceful on the property and up in the treehouse. Pack simple. Listen to the wind in the trees. Escape to heaven in this treehouse.
Recommends
· March 2025
With kids ·
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
The directions that David sent were great and even easy to follow in the dark and rain :) The sleeping area was cozy (think tent size) and dry, and the amount of animal and rain sounds made it really feel you had stepped away from it all. Instructions for the bathroom use and local directions were easy to find and waterproof. It was so close to the National Park and Crescent City coastline and lighthouse that we had a really enjoyable stay.
Recommends
· September 2024
Redwood Cathedral Treehouse
Lived out my childhood dreams of staying in a tree house in the redwoods. Such a unique and beautiful spot!

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Crescent City, Del Norte, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Joined in July 2020
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