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Ultimate 5-Day Family Road Trip Itinerary to Redwood Forest

🗺️ Family Road Trip to the Redwood Forest – 5-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Newport, Oregon

  • Lodging: Elizabeth Oceanfront Suites
  • Highlights: Scenic coastal drive, ocean views, relaxing evening on the beach

Day 2: Newport, OR → Orick, CA

  • Activities:
    • Thor’s Well (Yachats, OR)
    • Trees of Mystery (Klamath, CA)
  • Lodging: Vacation Rental in Orick, California

Day 3: Exploring the Redwoods

  • Activities:
    • Big Tree Wayside
    • Elk Meadow (watch for elk!)
    • Tall Trees Grove Hike (permit required)
    • Lady Bird Johnson Grove Trail
    • Sequoia Park Zoo (Eureka, CA)

Day 4: Outdoor & Coastal Adventures

  • Activities:
    • Fern Canyon Hike (expect water & mud—bring appropriate shoes!)
    • Klamath Tour Thru Tree
    • Crescent Beach (relaxation + tide pooling)
    • Ocean World (Crescent City, CA)

Day 5: Heading North

  • Lodging: Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Eugene, Oregon
  • Highlights: Scenic drive back north, optional stop for food and shopping

📝 Notes:

  • Pack layers—coastal mornings can be foggy and cool.
  • Bring hiking shoes, snacks, and a daypack for forest trails.
  • Check access & permits in advance (especially for Tall Trees Grove & Fern Canyon).

-Nicole👋

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