We hiked in and immediately, the Fern Canyon Trail deadened. Something is needing to be fixed, but they don't tell you that. So if you want to hike this area, start at another point, such as near the airport. For water sports, the large lot and easy access makes kayaking and diving much easier, but across the highway, where the... More

Great place to find shells and look at the tide pools. Great place to have lunch. We went to the beach across from the park entrance.

You do not need to pay admission to see this. While it is technically "in" park bounds, the best way to access it is off public road. Check a map first. (We paid because we went to the main entrance, THEN looked at the map. Just call it our contribution to the California state park system). Anyhow, it's a 20... More

Please support state parks. In 2010 there was a specific fund that poured into the improvement of some state parks including this one. It is a stunning trail and very easy to follow with lots of picnic areas on the way and great exploratory route into the pigmy trees area. We were here many years ago and this time the... More

There are 2 wonderful state parks here. One, on the east side of Highway 1 features beautiful redwood forest, stream & water fall hiking trails plus camping and a very nice nature center. On the west side is one of the most remarkable ocean access free parks anywhere on the California coast. Not much in the way of improvements--a freshwater... More

Camping here is a great experience, and the creek has fire belly salamanders in it. So much fun for my son to see! There is a good hiking trail down the canyon, and ferns line both sides of it. It smells great, and is a wonderful experience.

It was cold and wet, but the facilities are quite adequate. Would try it again, when we're up that way.

One of nature's fascinating wonders - only occurs a very few places in the world. Very much worth the stop even if you are just passing through.

The Fern Canyon trail is very nice. Not too heavily trafficked and fairly flat. About 5 miles round-trip with an optional additional loop to add a few more miles. Campgrounds also available.