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Smith River National Recreation Area
The Smith River National Recreation Area is located in northwestern California, United States. The Smith River National Recreation Area is in Six Rivers National Forest and is managed by the U.S. Forest Service. Smith River National Recreation Area forms a northern border to Redwood National and State Parks. The Coast Ranges and the Smith River, the longest National Wild and Scenic River in the U.S., offer a variety of recreational opportunities. The recreation area is considered one of the best fishing regions in the U.S., with trophy sized steelhead trout, chinook salmon and other game fish species. Smith River National Recreation Area has five campgrounds located near major streams and along the Smith River. Rafting is popular in the summer months and most hiking trails are accessible year-round.
Redwood National and State Parks Visitor Guide
Download this Visitor Guide to find out about ranger-led activities, scenic drives, short walks, long hikes, visitor centers and much more. (.pdf)
Imagine a 35-story skyscraper.
From a seed no bigger than a tomato’s, a redwood can grow to a 367 feet tall and 22 feet at its base.
