Smith River & Jedediah Smith

River Trail at Jedediah Smith

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A one-mile Howland Hill Road trail through old-growth forest beside the Smith River. It is a riverside walking route, not a published swimming or launch entrance.

Access details

Parking
Use the marked trailhead off Howland Hill Road opposite the Little Bald Hills access road; parking is limited.
Viewpoint
The route provides Smith River and old-growth forest views.
Trail
NPS lists a one-mile moderate trail with some non-level grades.
Public water access
No public swimming or boat-launch entrance is represented from this trail.
Water conditions
River views and fish habitat do not establish safe water contact.

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 trails north of the Klamath River ↗

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Jedediah Smith Campground

A developed campground in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park near the Smith River and park trails. Use NPS and State Parks for reservations and current vehicle restrictions.

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