Middle Section Trails

This area features the Coastal Trail, several old-growth and second-growth coast redwood groves, and unique streamside environments.

Following are three trails in the area:


Flint Ridge

Strenuous 9-mile (14-km) round trip hike through redwoodsMarshall Pond along the Flint Ridge Trail

Location: Accessed by the Coastal Drive (turnoff is on Highway 101 just south of the Klamath River) on the western side, and by the junction of Alder Camp Road and the Coastal Drive on the eastern side.

Description: This is a strenuous all-day hike for most people. For those interested in backpacking, the Flint Ridge camp is available. Expect solitude and a steep climb through one of the finest old-growth redwood forests in the park. No water is available.

Damnation Creek

Strenuous 4 mile (7-km) round trip hike through redwoods

Location: Just north of False Klamath Cove on Highway 101 at mile marker 16.0.

Description: This is a steep trail that descends 1,000 feet (330 m) through an old-growth redwood forest to the ocean. Used in the past by Tolowa Indians for food gathering at the ocean, the trail offers excellent photo opportunities of both the forest and the ocean. Expect at least three hours to complete; bring your own water.

Nature Loop Trail

Easy 1-mile (1-½ km) loop through redwood forest

Location: Access trailhead right across from the Mill Creek campground entrance station in Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park.

Description: This easy 20-minute stroll allows visitors to learn about the redwood forest through interpretive signs along the path.

 

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