California Wildlife Habitats

State Parks and Camping Nearby Hotel Hiking Trails Vacation with Families

A haven for animals, California’s North Coast gives wildlife enthusiasts a fascinating look at creatures in their natural habitats. At Patrick’s Point State Park, you can go to Palmer’s Point to watch sea lions and seals frolic on nearby rocks. Gray whales are also often spotted from this vantage. At Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, Roosevelt elk can be walking freely and the park features a special Watchable Wildlife site.

North Coast California State Parks and Camping. The North Coast of California’s state parks offer a camping paradise. On California’s North Coast, you’ll find the famed Redwood National and State Park. The park offers a choice of four campgrounds, one on the ocean and three more set amongst redwood forests. There are no hook-ups for RVs and trailers. Additional North Coast California state parks that offer camping include: Patrick’s Point State Park, Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, Tolowa Dunes State Park and Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park.   [Top]

Northern California Coast Hiking Trails. The Northern California Coast features rugged and picturesque hiking trails. At Humboldt Redwoods State Park alone there are more 100 miles of hiking and riding trails in Northern California. Follow a hiking trail through woods and open bluffs down to a pristine beach when visiting Trinidad State Beach. At Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, choose from more than 70 miles of prime Northern California Coast Hiking Trails.   [Top]

North California Vacation with Families. A North Coast California vacation offers exciting adventure for families with kids. Hiking, biking, watching wildlife and learning about their habitats make great vacation fun for the whole family. Kids and adults alike will enjoy the breathtaking landscapes, fascinating wildlife habitats and outdoor activities of a vacation to the North Coast California country.  [Top]