A 3.5-mile California Coastal Trail section from the Crescent Beach picnic area toward the overlook, passing beach, prairie, and Sitka spruce. Elk may be present, but sightings are not guaranteed.
Access details
- Parking
- Begin at the Crescent Beach picnic area on Enderts Beach Road and follow the signed trailhead.
- Viewpoint
- The route connects beach, prairie, forest, and overlook views.
- Trail
- NPS lists a flat 3.5-mile route and does not allow dogs, bicycles, or horses.
- Public water access
- Beach access does not establish safe swimming conditions.
- Water conditions
- Keep a safe distance from elk and check coastal weather and surf.
Plan from the official source
Redwood National and State Parks is the manager or primary source for this entry. Check its current page for changing hours, fees, reservations, road restrictions, and closures.
Open NPS Coastal Trail: Crescent Beach ↗