Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park is a beautiful redwoods forest near Santa Cruz that spans 4650 acres of protected wilderness lands. A Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park trip is a great outdoor escape – all year long!
This State Park is home to some of the oldest and tallest redwood tree species in the world that will leave you in awe. The park's top attractions are just a short drive from downtown Felton, offering easy and convenient access to incredible trails and nature.
How To Access Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Before we dive into the details, here are a few tips for parking:
The main visitor area is located by the N Big Trees Park Rd Parking, and it costs $10 to park here for the day.
If you’re planning to purchase tickets for the Roaring Camp train, parking comes included and is located at the Roaring Camp parking lot.
Many visitors park along Highway 9 and walk 1-2 miles into the park.
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground offers easy access to many park trails & has its entrance off the Graham Hill Road.
You can also reach many of the hikes from the surrounding vacation homes, hotels, RV parks, and cabins if you plan to stay in one.