Emerald Ridge Trail

Hike Emerald Ridge Trail to connect to other Bald Hills Road trails.

Ted Humphry

Quick Facts

Location:

Bald Hills Road, Redwood National Park

Designation:

Hiking Trail

Amenities

1 listed

Trailhead

• Location: Bald Hills Road, Redwood National Park

• Trailhead: Begin trail from near Tall Trees Trailhead or at the junction along Dolason Prairie trail.

• Mileage: 1.5 miles

• Difficulty Level: Trail is steep and requires crossing a stream which may be cold and fast-flowing. Terrain includes loose dirt and gravel. 

• Parking: Park at Dolason Prairie Trailhead or Tall Trees Trail (reservation required for Tall Trees Trail parking). There is no RV or trailer parking.

As you descend 580 feet through dense old-growth forest to Redwood Creek, you will pass through an area narrowly saved from logging in the late 1960s. Follow the streambed (only in summer during low water) for 1.5 miles and hook up with the Tall Trees Trail. Climb out of the redwoods for a 4.3 mile trip.
 

Safety Tips

• Use a good map and trail guide for your adventures in Redwood National and State Parks. Don’t rely on online maps.

• To protect the habitats, leave no trace also means staying on the developed trail. Please don’t go off trail or make any new trails. These forests grow by the inch, and will die by your foot.

• To protect the wildlife (and you and other visitors), pets are not allowed on park trails.

• Cell coverage is very limited and cannot be relied on in an emergency. Have a plan for checking in and checking out with a friend when you are here.