Redwood National Park Multisport
Family Biking, Hiking & Kayaking California's Royal North Coast
Join us on a five-day otherworldly adventure into northwest California’s kingdom of giants. Explore the secluded habitats of majestic redwoods towering more than 350 feet over hushed forest floors, whose saplings took root up to two millennia ago. Hike through a fern-laced slot canyon, ride past rolling farmland and paddle across a pristine lagoon, home to abundant birdlife. There’s plenty of time to swim in rivers, play on the beach and relax in peaceful surroundings. From off-the-beaten-track national and state parks to rugged Pacific shoreline, discover this regal region by foot, bike and kayak, savoring tranquil nights beside coastal meadows and beneath ancient canopies.
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- Ride among the largest remaining stand of virgin redwood groves in the world
- Hike from the beach through a remarkable canyon into primeval forest
- A kayak excursion through protected waters teeming with wildlife
- Learn about efforts to preserve and protect the redwoods
- Ferndale, a quaint Victorian village
The Day-to-Day Itinerary
Days 1-2 Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park
Meet in Eureka, scenically situated on Humboldt Bay 
At Redwood National Park, the natural history of the mighty redwood comes to life at the oceanside visitor center Bike along a spectacular parkway beneath old-growth redwoods and lush vegetation Enjoy a morning pedal through coastal forest and along the windswept Pacific Hike through a fern-laced slot-canyon before biking back to our campground at the edge of a wide prairie - keeping an eye out for elk along the way - or hike back to the campground on a trail that slices through an ancient forest.
Days 3-5 Humboldt Redwoods State Park
Before arriving in Humboldt Redwoods State Park, grab a paddle to explore Big Lagoon by kayak for an up-close look at the region's thriving birdlife Bike along the Avenue of Giants to our campground beneath a redwood canopy Hike at Founder’s Grove amid some of the planet’s oldest residents While kids enjoy a refreshing riverside afternoon, adults have the option to bike a loop on technical single tracks and fire roads From Scotia, pedal along rolling farm-studded hills to the quaint town of Ferndale.
- Premiere Inns: These lodgings possess both elegance and authentic regional flair.
- Casual Inns: These lodgings are comfortable and appropriate to the area with such characteristics as authenticity, scenic settings and proximity to our activities.
- Deluxe Family Camping: We set up the tents (and take them down), handle every camp chore and perform culinary magic.
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Redwood National Park Multisport
Majestic Redwoods: Deluxe Camping
Elk Prairie Campground
Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park (2 nights) This tranquil campground nestles in next to a large open prairie where the ochre grasses are often visited by grazing elk.
Albee Creek Campground
Humboldt Redwoods State Park (2 nights) Set beside a small creek in the shadows of old-growth redwoods, this north-coast gem is considered one of the best kept secrets in California.
Redwood National Park Multisport
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Routes For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Activity Level | Average Time | Biking Average | Walking Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insider Trips | Explore at a leisurely pace—on village walks, market strolls, art history excursions, hands-on cooking classes and more. | ||
| 1 | 2-3 hours | 10-20 miles | 2-5 miles |
| 2 | 2-4 hours | 21-30 miles | 5-7 miles |
| 3 | 3-5 hours | 31-40 miles | 7-9 miles |
| 4 | 4-6 hours | 41-55 miles | 9-11 miles |
| 5 | 5-7+ hours | 56-75+ miles | 11-13+ miles |
Day 1
- Level 1 3 Route Options Available
- Biking 6, 7 miles
- Hiking 0.5 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Levels 1 to 2 3 Route Options Available
- Biking 9 miles
- 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
- Hiking 1.8, 5.7 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Levels 1 to 2 2 Route Options Available
- Biking 8, 21 miles
- 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
- Kayaking 1.5 hours
Day 4
- Levels 1 to 5 3 Route Options Available
- Hiking 6.3, 11.9 miles
- 0 - 1000 feet elevation gain
- Biking 14 miles
- 1500 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 5
- Levels 1 to 2 3 Route Options Available
- Biking 8, 14, 24 miles
- 500 - 1500 feet elevation gain
Please note that the biking on this trip is done on mountain bikes and follows rough roads with a few sections of trail riding.