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River, boasting water so clear that the
bottom of the river is visible 35 feet
below. In the central portion of the
park, check in at the Prairie Creek
Visitor’s Center, hug “The Big Tree”
with a 21 foot diameter, and sit qui-
etly while observing the Roosevelt Elk. Still
further south is storied Lady Bird Johnson
Grove. From here you can head south to the
beaches of the park and whale watch. For the
more hearty, with a backcountry pass you can
pitch your tent under the dense and misty
canopy and enjoy the blackest night you will
ever experience.

Whether you want to enjoy the redwoods
with family, on horseback, with a heavy pack,
or by RV, there are opportunities to fill your
cup and blow your mind in this amazing park.

Bark of a fallen redwood
in Stout Grove

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