Surrounded by old-growth redwoods that soar to the sky over 300 feet and just steps from beaches where the sea kisses the shore, the Redwood Hostel is a cozy hideout in the midst of some of California's most spectacular scenery.

Built by Swiss settlers over a century ago, the hostel provides the only lodging available within Redwood National and State Parks. Guests are accommodated in both private and dorm (6-8 beds) rooms with shared bathrooms, and are provided amenities including on-site laundry and free parking.

Stock up on groceries in nearby Klamath or Crescent City, and take advantage of the fully-equipped kitchen to whip up your meals. Dine al fresco on our sunny porch, or take it inside if the weather turns and enjoy the seaside view from our picture windows. At the end of the day, curl up beside our lounge's wood-burning stove with a good book and rest up for your outdoor adventures the next day.

With direct access to the spectacular California Coastal Trail, the hostel offers travelers a wealth of information on the ecology and history of the area. Learn about fern-fringed trails where you might encounter banana slugs, gray whales, and black bears. Cycle the Bikecentennial Coastal Route, or surf, swim, or watch for migrating birds on the Pacific Flyway. Hike through the forest to the Trees of Mystery (where you can see huge, kitchy carvings of folk legends Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox), or drive out to the Fern Canyon, Ladybird Johnson Grove, or Battery Point Lighthouse.
Come stay where woodlands intersect with underbrush and waterways meet wildlife! The Redwoods Hostel is waiting to welcome you!

Free parking
Free linens

California Coastal Trail, Wilson Beach, Klamath River, Battery Point Lighthouse, Northcoast Marine Mamal Center, Trees of Mystery, Redwood National and State Parks

The Redwood National Park Hostel is located on Highway 101 (also known as Redwood Highway) at Wilson Creek Road, 12 miles south of Crescent City and 6 miles north of Klamath. The hostel is a green and tan historic building  overlooking the majestic rocky coastline of the Pacific Ocean which connects to the Coastal Trail.

Please Note: This is a remote location, and the street address of the hostel does not work accurately with most navigation systems, including MapQuest, Google Maps/Earth, Yahoo Maps, or in-car GPS. If using an in-car GPS, enter the hostel's GPS coordinates (N 41 36.202, W 124 05.953) rather than the street address.

By Car

From the South: We are approximately 340 miles north of San Francisco on Hwy. 101 North.  The drive takes no less than 6 hours, with the average time approximately 7 hours. If you drive Hwy. 1 from San Francisco, it may take 10 or 11 hours. Approaching the hostel from the south on Hwy. 101, you'll pass through the tiny town of Klamath. When you drive across the Golden Bear Bridge over the Klamath River, you're about 7 miles away. Watch for the Trees of Mystery on your right -- they're 1.5 miles south of the hostel. Both the hostel and the ocean appear suddenly around a right curve, and many drivers are distracted by the view of the ocean to the left, missing the hostel to the right. Watch the county mile markers on the side of the road, and at marker 12.53, turn right onto Wilson Creek Road. Take an immediate right into the hostel driveway. The hostel is at the south end of the DeMartin Memorial Bridge over Wilson Creek, so if you cross that bridge, you've gone too far.

From the North: We are approximately 350 miles south of Portland via Interstate I-5, Hwy. 199, then Hwy. 101 South; or via Hwy. 18 from the Portland area to Hwy. 101 South. The coastal route will be slower as there are winding parts and it passes through several towns. Approaching the hostel from the north on Hwy. 101, you'll pass through the town of Crescent City, then continue about 12 miles to the hostel. Watch the county mile markers on the side of the road, and at marker 12.53, turn left onto Wilson Creek Road. Take an immediate right into the hostel driveway. The hostel is at the south end of the DeMartin Memorial Bridge over Wilson Creek. As you cross the bridge, sloping downward, the ocean appears on your right and the hostel appears on your left, on a small hill set back in the trees. If you see the Trees of Mystery on your left, you've gone too far.

By Bus

From the South: The nearest Greyhound (long-distance bus) station is the Arcata Transit Center in Arcata, California, approximately 60 miles south of hostel. For schedules and rates, call 1 (800) 231-2222 or visit www.greyhound.com. From the Arcata Transit Center, Redwood Coast Transit provides service to the hostel twice daily, Monday through Saturday. The trip takes about 90 minutes, and you'll need to tell the driver to drop you at Wilson Creek Road, as it is not a regular stop. Cost is $20 one-way or $30 for a 5-day pass that would allow you to make the return trip (as well as take additional trips during your stay, such as up to Crescent City). For up-to-date schedules and rates, call (707) 464-6400 or visit www.redwoodcoasttransit.org.

From the North: From Crescent City, Redwood Coast Transit provides service to the hostel several times a day. Take Route 10 or Route 20 from outside the Cultural Center (1001 Front Street). You'll need to tell the driver that you want to be dropped off at Wilson Creek Road, as it is not a regular stop. For up-to-date schedules and rates, call (707) 464-6400 or visit www.redwoodcoasttransit.org.

By Train

There is no direct rail service to the area, but if you take a train to the Amtrak stations in Martinez or Emeryville, California, there is Amtrak bus service to the Arcata Transit Center in Arcata, California, approximately 60 miles south of hostel. For schedules and rates, call 1 (800) 872-7245 or visit www.amtrak.com. From the Arcata Transit Center, Redwood Coast Transit provides service to the hostel twice daily, Monday through Saturday. The trip takes about 90 minutes, and you'll need to tell the driver to drop you at Wilson Creek Road, as it is not a regular stop. Cost is $20 one-way or $30 for a 5-day pass that would allow you to make the return trip (as well as take additional trips during your stay, such as up to Crescent City). For up-to-date schedules and rates, call (707) 464-6400 or visit www.redwoodcoasttransit.org.

By Air

Crescent City Airport (CEC): The Crescent City Airport is located 15 miles north of the hostel. Rental car service is available from Hertz; call (707) 464-5750. For driving directions, see By car: From the North above. For public transit from the airport to the hostel, call Redwood Coast Transit at (707) 464-6400 to Dial-A-Ride to the Cultural Center in Crescent City. Dial-A-Ride service is available Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. From the Cultural Center, Redwood Coast Transit provides service to the hostel several times a day on Route 10 or Route 20. You'll need to tell the driver that you want to be dropped off at Wilson Creek Road, as it is not a regular stop. For up-to-date schedules and rates, call (707) 464-6400 or visit www.redwoodcoasttransit.org.

Eureka/Arcata Airport (ACV): The Eureka/Arcata Airport is located 60 miles south of the hostel. Rental car service is available from Alamo/National, (707) 839-3229; Avis, (707) 839-1576; or Hertz, (707) 839-2172. For driving directions, see By car: From the South above. For public transit from the airport to the hostel, take Redwood Transit (HTA) bus 101S to the Arcata Transit Center. Please note that the bus does not run on Sundays. For schedules and rates, visit www.redwoodtransit.org. From the Arcata Transit Center, Redwood Coast Transit provides service to the hostel twice daily, Monday through Saturday. The trip takes about 90 minutes, and you'll need to tell the driver to drop you at Wilson Creek Road, as it is not a regular stop. Cost is $20 one-way or $30 for a 5-day pass that would allow you to make the return trip (as well as take additional trips during your stay, such as up to Crescent City). For up-to-date schedules and rates, call (707) 464-6400 or visit www.redwoodcoasttransit.org.

• TV/Common Area
• Private Rooms
• Free Linen
• Tours/Travel Desk
• Laundry Room
• Luggage Storage
• Credit Cards Accepted
• Limited groceries and snack items for sale
• Bicycle parking