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Arcata Marsh was once a landfill and lumber mill site, now it's a mix of wetlands and walking trails, great for birdwatching or just clearing your head. You’ll spot egrets, ducks, maybe even an otter if you’re lucky. The trails are flat and easy, and the Interpretive Center adds a nice touch if you want to learn more. The sanctuary is open daily from 4 a.m. to one hour after sunset, and leashed dogs are welcome on the trails. It's a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts alike.

Big Trees is probably the most popular place within Humboldt Redwoods State Park, and with good reason, as it is home to "Giant Tree" once recognized as the tallest of the Coastal Redwoods. From here you can take a number of trails to fit you schedule, ability, and fitness level. Anything from a quick 5 minute top to 20+ mile overnight trips can be had from here.

Set on the edge of second growth redwood forest and an open meadows, Albee Creek Campground is a popular spot for exploring the area. It opens for the season in May and is often booked out, so be sure to make your reservations early. https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=30998

Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park is in Humboldt County, California, about 50 miles north of Eureka. This amazing coastal forest spans 14,000 acres, safeguarding ancient coast redwood trees. Co-managed by the California Department of Parks and Recreation and the National Park Service, it's part of the renowned Redwood National and State Parks. The meadow bordering the Newton B. Drury Scenic Parkway, featuring Roosevelt elk, is a park highlight. These unique grassy clearings within the redwood forest, locally known as prairies, lend the park its name.

The Founders Tree Coast Redwood stands in Founders Grove, not far from Avenue of the Giants, and marks a worthwhile story. There is 1.3 miles of trail, but the main attraction is located near the parking lot. The nature of the area makes the word hiking more appropriate than hiking. The place is quite crowded in July and August but has its charm that makes it difficult to miss this time of year. The circular hiking trail requires your attention so that you don't leave it. But absolutely worth it because you are surrounded by giant trees. Fallen trees give you a sense of dimension, from root to top.

Definitely do the Founders Tree Loup!

While not the biggest redwood in the world, or even in the park, Big Tree is very accessible, with its own parking lot, and has interpretive signs to teach you about the facts and legends of the redwoods.