First Day Hikes

Redwood National and State Parks

  • Jan 1, 2026 at Sunrise
  • Free

Join California State Parks – North Coast Redwood District for their annual First Day Hikes on January 1, 2026.


Explore the redwoods with guided walks at various CA State Park locations!

Within Redwood National and State Parks:


• Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park – 12:00 PM
Guided walk on the Simpson-Reed Grove Trail.
Meet at Walker Road at trailhead.

• Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park – 2:00 PM
Guided walk on the Redwood Access Trail.
Meet at the Prairie Creek Visitor Center.

 

Nearby CA State Parks:

• Sue-meg State Park – 2:00 PM
Explore Yurok culture on a guided walk through Sumeg Village.
Meet at the Sue-meg Visitor Center.

• Humboldt Redwoods State Park – 1:00 PM
Walk through old-growth redwoods on the Founders Grove Loop Trail.
Meet at the Founders Grove parking lot.

 

Plan ahead and prepare! Make sure to dress in layers, bring plenty of snacks, water, and appropriate hiking shoes.

For more information, contact:
NOCOASTREDWOODSINFO@PARKS.CA.GOV

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Schedule

Date:

Jan 1, 2026

Time:

Sunrise

Event times vary by location. View event description for specific times.

Event Type

  • Guided Tour
  • Hike
  • Walk
Tags: first day hikes, new year, guided hikes, ranger programs