Yeah we decided on the redwood trail instead of the coastal route because the weather report showed the fog would clear by noon. The path stays shaded most of the way which helps a lot. We brought sandwiches and plenty of water. The elevation gain is moderate nothing too steep. There is a bench at the halfway point overlooking the valley so we stopped there for a while. Parking fills up fast on weekends so arriving before eight makes a big difference. We saw deer and a few squirrels but no bears. The ranger said the wildflowers should be peaking in a couple weeks so we might go back then. The whole trip took about four hours including breaks. The visitor center map is accurate but the trail markers are clear enough that you do not really need it.

The weather stayed cool most of the morning which made the hike comfortable. We saw several families with young children on the path so it is definitely doable for most fitness levels. The trailhead has a small lot with about thirty spaces and there is overflow parking on the main road if needed. Restrooms are available at the start but not along the trail. We packed light layers just in case and that worked well. The forest canopy blocks a lot of sun so sunscreen was not really necessary.

Overall it was a good day out. The trail is well marked and maintained. We will probably do it again when the wildflowers are in full bloom. The ranger recommended going midweek if possible to avoid the crowds.
HARBOR FREIGHT
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