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Redwood Empire Multisport

Redwood Empire Multisport

Join us on a five-day otherworldly adventure into northwest California’s kingdom of giants. Explore the secluded habitats of majestic redwoods, towering more than 350 feet over hushed forest floors and whose sapling figures took root up to two millennia ago. Hike through a fern-laced slot canyon, ride past rolling farmland and paddle across a pristine lagoon, home to abundant birdlife. There’s plenty of time to swim in rivers, enjoy wild north coast beaches and relax in these peaceful surroundings that make you feel right at home. From off-the-beaten-track national and state parks to rugged Pacific shoreline, discover this regal region by foot, bike and kayak, savoring tranquil nights beside coastal meadows and beneath ancient canopies.

Days 1-2 Redwood National Park

Meet in Eureka At Redwood National Park the natural history of the mighty redwood comes to life at the ocean-side visitor center Bike along a spectacular parkway beneath old-growth redwoods and lush vegetation Enjoy a morning pedal through coastal forest and along the windswept Pacific Hike through a fern-laced slot-canyon before biking back to our campground at the edge of a wide prairie—keeping an eye out for elk along the way—or head back to the campground via an old-growth hiking trail.

Days 3-5 Humboldt State Park

Before arriving in Humboldt State Park, grab a paddle and head into Big Lagoon by kayak for an up-close look at the regions’ abundant birdlife Bike along the Avenue of Giants to our campground beneath an ancient redwood canopy Hike at Founder’s Grove amid some of the planet’s oldest residents, growing to 40-story heights  Up for some extra riding? Opt to bike a loop on desolate single-tracks and fire-roads  From Scotia, pedal along rolling farm-studded hills to the quaint town of Ferndale.

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MAJESTIC REDWOODS : Deluxe Camping

Elk Prairie Campground (2 nights): This tranquil campground nestles in next to a large open prairie where the ocher grasses are often visited by grazing elk.

Albee Creek Campground (2 nights): Set beside a small creek in the shadows of old-growth redwoods, this north coast gem is considered one of the best kept secrets in California.

Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

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Day 4
Day 5

Please note that the biking on this trip is done on mountain bikes and follows rough roads with a few sections of trail riding.

Redwood Empire Multisport
Trips For All Abilities

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

Activity Level Average Time Average Distance
    Biking Walking & Hiking
Level 1 2-3 hours 10-20 mile 2-5 miles
Level 2 2-4 hours 21-30 miles 5-7 miles
Level 3 3-5 hours 31-40 miles 7-9 miles
Level 4 4-6 hours 41-55 miles 9-11 miles
Level 5 5-7+ hours 56-75+ miles 11-13+ miles
2008 DATES
CLASSIC TRIPS
SINGLES+SOLOS TRIPS

Reserve early for the best available price. Prices may change during the course of the year--if they do change, the best prices are available earlier. Once you book your trip, your price is guaranteed.

Trip praise

Seeking out a quiet, relaxing vacation where getting in touch with mother nature is your biggest priority? A trip to the redwood empire allows for just that, a great get-away that takes you to a natural wonderland where you can reconnect with all of the majesty that mother nature can offer.
Mike Flaherty - Regional Manager, California