Getting to Redwood National Park
Redwood National Park sits in CA, United States, with McKinleyville the nearest town of any size — about 25 mi (40.2 km) out, or roughly 55 min of driving.
Drive times from Redwood National Park
Redwood National Park sits close enough to Lassen Volcanic National Park and Crater Lake National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Lassen Volcanic National Park | 142 mi (228 km) | 3 hr 48 min |
| Crater Lake National Park | 149 mi (240 km) | 3 hr 59 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| McKinleyville | 25 mi (40.2 km) | 55 min |
| Arcata | 30.3 mi (48.7 km) | 1 hr 4 min |
| Willow Creek | 31.4 mi (50.6 km) | 1 hr 6 min |
| Bayside | 31.8 mi (51.2 km) | 1 hr 7 min |
| Bertsch-Oceanview | 32.3 mi (52 km) | 1 hr 8 min |
| Crescent City | 33.2 mi (53.4 km) | 1 hr 9 min |
| Eureka | 35.4 mi (57 km) | 1 hr 13 min |
| Happy Camp | 46.7 mi (75.2 km) | 1 hr 32 min |
How to read these numbers
Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.
Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.
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Common questions
What is the closest town to Redwood National Park?
McKinleyville, about 25 mi (40.2 km) away — roughly 55 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Redwood National Park?
The practical bases are McKinleyville, Arcata, and Willow Creek — all within a reasonable drive of the park.