Things to Do in Del Norte County

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REDWOOD NATIONAL and STATE PARK – The park was est. in 1968, and is home to old-growth coast redwoods. These magnificent trees can live to be 2,000 years old and grow to over 300 feet tall. Spruce, hemlock, Douglas-fir.

JEDEDIAH SMITH REDWOOD STATE PARK – The park was is named after the explorer, Jedediah Smith who was the first white man to explore the interior of northern Ca. He was part of a remarkable two-year trapping expedition which began in 1826.

DEL NORTE COAST REDWOODS STATE PARK – was first land was one of the first land acquisitions of the state park system. The Pacific Ocean at its west boundary . through old growth redwood forests and into Mill Creek Basin and the west fork of Mill Creek.

TOLOWA DUNES STATE PARK – 4,000 acres of dune, forest, and a freshwater pond complex unique to the state of California. Surrounding the West Coast’s largest estuarine lagoon, Lake Earl Coastal, located along the Pacific Flyway.

Del Norte County Beaches

Battery Point Lighthouse Beach – is right in Crescent City between the mainland and the rocky island. The lighthouse was constructed in 1856. 235 Lighthouse Way | Crescent City, CA | 95531

Crescent Beach – is a long and wide beach south of Crescent City.The midpoint of the crescent-shaped beach, can be found on Enderts Beach Road off Highway 101. Enderts Beach Road | Crescent City, CA | 95531

South Beach – is just south of the harbor where Highway 101 rolls into town. Its a wide sandy beach that is partially protected from the west harbor jetties. 245 Anchor Way | Crescent City, CA | 95531

Pebble Beach – is a long string of connected coves in Northern CA. The beach has numerous parking areas along beach drive. North Pebble Beach Drive | Crescent City, CA | 95531

Crescent City Harbor – take a stroll in the harbor parking lot to see fishing boats, ocean going sailboats and perhaps a Tall Ship with wildlife like Brown Pelicans, Sea Lions, Blue Herons. 140 Marine Way | Crescent City, CA | 95533

Pelican Beach – small secluded beach is perfect for walking and beach combing. The beach has the distinction of being the northern-most state beach. Location is 21 miles north of Crescent City. 17200 US Highway 101 | Smith River, CA | 95567

Attractions

Battery Point Lighthouse and Museum – Cape Cod-style 1850s lighthouse, open for tours of its towers & living Quarters at low tide. 235 Lighthouse Way | Crescent City, CA | 95531

Trees of Mystery – located in the heart of the Redwood Empire, at the very center of Redwood National and State Parks. 15500 US Highway 101 N | Klamath, CA | 95548

Ocean World Aquarium – formerly Under Sea Gardens, is located in the Crescent City Harbor Small Boat Basin. 304 US Highway 101 | Crescent City, CA | 95531

Roosevelt Elk at Little Red School House this is one of four large herds just off Hwy 101. 2. Elk Prairie, 3. Elk Meadow, 4. Gold Bluff Beach – Fern Canyon. Click on Photo: to see a MAP for Herd Location

Scenic Drives

Smith River California – This fertile land – located in the far northwest corner of California – is home to less than 900 residents, but produces about 95% of the world’s Easter lily bulbs – making it the Easter Lily Capital of the World.

Smith River is known as California’s last wide river is known for crystal clear waters, redwood trees, and is home to a run of huge, bright King Salmon, Steelhead, Rafting and other water sports. Smith River is about 15 miles north of Crescent City, CA.

Stout Grove Trailhead – is directly across the Smith River from the Jedediah Smith Campground; if you’re staying at the campground you can just walk across the seasonal footbridge to the grove. It is about 2.8 mile from US Route 199.

Howland Hill Road located deep within Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park near Crescent City. The gravel road is well-maintained but driving on it can be a heart-pounding experience. Starting in Crescent City or follow Stout Grove directions.

Boy Scout Tree Trail – is in the Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park with nine other major trails and with includes camping location. See the MAP. Click on the Photo.

Damnation Creek Trail – is in the Del Norte Coast Redwood State Park with eight other major trails and with includes camping location. See the MAP. Click on the Photo.

Things to Do in Del Norte County

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Del Norte County Beaches

Attractions

Scenic Drives

Lodging

Anchor Beach Inn

BayView Inn

Crescent Beach Hotel

Best Western Plus Northwoods Inn

Crescent City Lighthouse Inn

Curly Redwood Lodge

Motel 6

Redwood Oceanfront Resort

Ocean View & Suites

Super 8 by Wyndham

Quality Inn & Suites

Westward Inn

Redwood Inn

Front Street Inn

North Coast Inn

West Ward Inn

Camping and RV Parks

Crescent City / Redwoods KOA

Bayside RV Park

Village Camper Inn RV Park

Del Norte County Fairgrounds

Lighthouse Cove RV Park and Campground

Florence Kelly County Park and Campground

Rambin Redwoods Campground and RV Resort

Sunset Harbor RV Park

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