Discover Forest Life: Hike at Henry Cowell Redwoods

Join us Nov 14 for a a hike at Henry Cowell Redwoods, where we’ll observe, record, and discover forest life in this 4-mile journey.

You’re invited to a special guided hike by Sempervirens Fund, a local nonprofit that protects redwood forests in the Santa Cruz Mountains, preserves the plants and animals that make them home, and restores the balance of nature.

Together, we’ll explore towering redwoods, observe plants, insects, and other forest life, and learn how to use the iNaturalist app to photograph and identify your discoveries. This 4-mile adventure is perfect for nature lovers, families, and anyone curious about forest ecosystems. This hike includes scenic river views and some of the park’s most famous old-growth trees.

To join this group hike, all participants are asked to complete a short, mandatory liability waiver.

Address: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 101 N Big Trees Park Rd, Felton, CA 95018

Parking: There are parking lots available within Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and the standard parking fee per vehicle is $10.00 unless you have a valid California State Park Pass.

This roughly 4-mile hike includes sections of:

• River Trail – Difficulty: Easy
• Eagle Creek Trail – Difficulty: Moderate
• Your Sister Trail – Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
• Redwood Grove Loop – Difficulty: Easy

About Sempervirens Fund:

Sempervirens Fund’s mission is to ensure coast redwood forests in the Santa Cruz Mountains thrive for generations to come.

To learn more about us, visit our website.