Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Portola Redwoods adventure.
Explore the otherworldly beauty of old-growth redwoods—a tranquil sanctuary and ideal getaway.
Experience a sense of wonder as you swap Silicon Valley for a scenic valley with an ancient forest of coast redwoods. This 2,800-acre park features 18 miles of hiking trails. As you walk along, keep an eye out for bubbling brooks, notice the soft moss on the trees, and take in gorgeous green ferns and huckleberries. Stop and get your feet wet at one of the waterfalls along Fall Creek or Pescadero Creek. Settle into one of the park’s 55 family campsites with room for up to eight people, or select one of four group campsites.
Be prepared for coastal fog that feeds the redwoods, even during summer when leopard lilies are in bloom. Weather is changeable and often wet, as the park receives 40 to 60 inches of rain per year. Campsites can typically be reserved from late spring through mid-autumn, but during fall or winter, severe weather or drought can close the park, which is typically open for day use from 6am to sunset during this time.