By Susan H. Green
Redwood National Forest Information
Redwood National Forest is actually a chain of national and state park land. Together, the parks comprise over 45 percent of California's remaining redwood area, with trees an average of 500 to 700 years old.
Location
Redwood National Forest is located in northern California near the Oregon border and reachable from Highway 101. The forest sits between the Klamath Mountains and the Pacific Ocean.
Geography
Redwood National Forest and the adjoining California state parks, Jedediah Smith, Del Norte Coast and Prairie Creek Redwoods, feature mountain, river, prairies, dunes, coastal and forest scenery and terrain.
Activities
Campgrounds are located in the area's state parks, with accompanying day use and overnight rates; reservations are advised during peak travel months. Day and backcountry hiking as well as biking are also popular in the parks.
Wildlife
Animals residing in the park include black bears, mountain lions, bald eagles and elk. Whales may be viewed from the coastal areas, and because of all the wildlife, domestic animals such as dogs are restricted from the park's trails.
Size
The park consists of nearly 132,000 acres, with the federal land comprising slightly more than half of the acreage.
About the Author:
Susan Green has ten years of business writing and proofreading experience and three years of web content writing experience. Areas of expertise include personal finance, small businesses, travel, and pet care. Susan has a bachelor's degree from Tufts University.
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