z - Crescent City - (5 miles; O&B) - Boy Scout Trail

Howland Hill Road
Crescent City, California 95531
Del Norte County
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This hike is absolutely phenominal.  The vibe is very peaceful and the sights, sounds and smells are positively overwhelming. There are very few places that you can see old-growth trees like this in such a peaceful setting.  
The trail is an easy 5-miles, out and back, and you'll enjoy every step of the adventure. There is some elevation gain so you'll get some slight environment changes as you wind your way to Fern Falls, the end of the trail and turn-around point. 
Park info: 
Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park is spectacular!  Everything about it makes it a great place to visit and enjoy the best of what Mother Nature offers on the North Coast.  20 miles of hiking trails, plenty of river access, camping and more.  
*When you visit, we hope you have an amazing time.  We also hope you'll do your part and leave it better than it was when you arrived. 
Distance:  Just over 5-miles, out and back.
Degree of Difficulty: Easy
Dogs: No
Camping: 
The park offers 62 standard and 15 tent only camping spots.  Some of the amenities include; fire pits, picnic areas, restrooms with hot showers, flush toilets and easy access to fishing, hiking and more.
How to get there:  You can get to the trail from both the south end of Crescent City and off of Highway 199.  Check out the map for the best route for you. 
More info:  This trail does lead to Fern Falls; a small but beautiful waterfall that only further highlights an already awesome hike.  Go early to avoid the crowds, especially during summer weekends. 
Other things to do in the area:
Stout Grove is nearby and is another stunning place within the park to visit.   If you're looking for more trails, the Hatton Trail and the Hiouchi Trail are both nice and nearby.  Check out our Del Norte County Road Trip section for more fun things to do in the area. 
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