Redwood National Park 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, whose saplings 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, play on the beach and relax in peaceful surroundings. 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 Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park
Meet in Eureka, scenically situated on Humboldt Bay 
At Redwood National Park, the natural history of the mighty redwood comes to life at the oceanside 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 hike back to the campground on a trail that slices through an ancient forest.
Days 3-5 Humboldt Redwoods State Park
Before arriving in Humboldt Redwoods State Park, grab a paddle to explore Big Lagoon by kayak for an up-close look at the region's thriving birdlife Bike along the Avenue of Giants to our campground beneath a redwood canopy Hike at Founder's Grove amid some of the planet's oldest residents While kids enjoy a refreshing riverside afternoon, adults have the option to bike a loop on technical single tracks and fire roads From Scotia, pedal along rolling farm-studded hills to the quaint town of Ferndale.
Majestic Redwoods: Deluxe Camping
Elk Prairie Campground (2 nights): This tranquil campground nestles in next to a large open prairie where the ochre 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
Day 1
- Level 1 3 Route Options Available
- Biking 6, 7 miles
- Hiking 0.5 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Levels 1 to 2 3 Route Options Available
- Biking 9 miles
- 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
- Hiking 1.8, 5.7 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Levels 1 to 2 2 Route Options Available
- Biking 8, 21 miles
- 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
- Kayaking 1.5 hours
Day 4
- Levels 1 to 5 3 Route Options Available
- Hiking 6.3, 11.9 miles
- 0 - 1000 feet elevation gain
- Biking 14 miles
- 1500 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 5
- Levels 1 to 2 3 Route Options Available
- Biking 8, 14, 24 miles
- 500 - 1500 feet elevation gain
Please note that the biking on this trip is done on mountain bikes and follows rough roads with a few sections of trail riding.
Routes 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 | Biking Average | Walking Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
2010 DATES
FAMILY TRIPS
- 6/21-25Price: $1598 pp dbl. occ., (+ $0 for sgl. occ.)
- 7/19-23Price: $1698 pp dbl. occ., (+ $0 for sgl. occ.)
- 8/2-6Price: $1798 pp dbl. occ., (+ $0 for sgl. occ.)
- 8/23-27Price: $1698 pp dbl. occ., (+ $0 for sgl. occ.)
Recommended Kids Ages
Minimum Ages:
Recommended minimum age for the trip: 6 years
Minimum age restriction to ride own bike: 9 years
No burleys available on this trip
General Info on Minimum Ages:
We strongly encourage families to join our Family Trips, designed with kid- and adult-friendly features. Please note that we have a minimum age requirement of 1 year for all Inn trips and 2 years for all Camping trips. Other than that, we do not restrict trips to a minimum age except in the rare case of a hotel age restriction. We do, however, recommend minimum ages based on the following criteria:
- 12+ cultural appreciation, difficulty/restrictions of activities and route
- 9+ several long adult dinners; difficulty/restrictions of activities and route
- 6+ several long adult dinners; parent may not be able to pull a Burley and/or there may be multiple activity restrictions
Please note that a trip may feature an activity with an older age requirement than the minimum age recommendation for the trip. Younger kids are still welcome on the trip and while they will not be able to participate in the activity, the leaders will suggest an alternate activity.
Guest Trip Reviews
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 and your family can reconnect with all of the majesty that mother nature can offer.