Swimming, tubing, and kayaking on the Smith River draw many visitors to Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park Campground, where sites sit beneath old-growth redwood canopy just outside Hiouchi in Del Norte County. The river runs bright blue through the park, with a trail hugging its banks and multiple access points along the way. Even in summer, the dense canopy keeps temperatures noticeably cool, and sites near the lower loop sit close enough to the water that campers in spots like 54 can hear the current through the night.
The campground divides into two main areas worth understanding before you book. The upper sites are set within thick redwood groves and offer more shade and understory privacy, while the lower loop, roughly sites 47 through 60, sits on the river flat among the largest trees in the park. As Ian Y. notes, those lower sites get "prime placement among the biggest trees, but they're much more open." Campsites are not large, though most can accommodate a 10-by-14-foot tent without difficulty, and food storage lockers are available at each site.
Trails launch directly from camp. The summer footbridge gives walkers access to Stout Memorial Grove on foot, and the Mill Creek trail connects to the Grove of Titans for a longer outing. A short nature loop through the day-use area provides easy access to some of the largest redwoods in the region. The Outer Loop (Sites 45-60, 76-91) - Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park and the Redwoods Cabin Area - Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park are also within the park for campers who want a cabin or a different site configuration.
Reservations here are competitive. Booking six months out is the standard advice, and summer weekends fill fast. Off-season visits in late fall or early spring tend to be quieter, though fire restrictions may apply depending on conditions. The bathroom facilities draw mixed feedback, with showers available near the visitor center for 25 cents per minute. Crescent City, about ten minutes west, covers resupply needs including groceries and gas. Campers with a National Parks Senior Pass can apply for a 50% discount, as the park is co-managed by the National Park Service.
The campground also carries a practical note for satellite internet users: riverside sites can provide enough open sky to run a Starlink dish near the bank. Those who prefer to plan around campgrounds near Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park will find several alternatives in the surrounding area. For most campers, though, the combination of river access, old-growth trees, and well-maintained facilities makes this one worth the advance planning it requires.
Description
Situated in a magnificent old-growth redwood grove on the banks of the wild and scenic Smith River, this campground offers hiking trails, swimming, fishing, and seasonal campfire programs. Cabins available.
Reservation Info
Visitors will be able to reserve campsites and lodging six months in advance from the current date. Bookings may extend from the arrival date to the desired departure date – based on availability and the park’s maximum stay rules.
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Codes for access to your cabin are printed on the Sales Receipt (confirmation letter). If you have off-season reservations or if you are an after-hour arrival, State Park staff may not be available to assist you with your reservation. You are responsible for cabin access, and the access code is found on your Sales Receipt (confirmation letter).
Occupancy by the same persons, equipment, or vehicle(s) is limited as follows:
1. Individual campsites - Maximum allowable stay is thirty (30) nights per calendar year per park, with no more than seven (7) of these nights permitted during the summer season (May 1 through September 30), and no more than fifteen (15) consecutive nights the rest of the year. After maximum allowable consecutive use has been reached no person or equipment may re-enter the same park to use any camping facilities until the expiration of at least two nights (48 hours).
2. Group and Environmental campsites - Maximum allowable stay is fourteen (14) nights per calendar year per park, with no more than seven (7) nights of consecutive use per visit. After maximum allowable consecutive use has been reached no person or equipment may re-enter the same park to use any camping facilities until the expiration of at least two nights (48 hours).
3. Hike and Bike campsites - Maximum allowable stay is seven (7) nights per calendar year per park, with no more than two (2) nights of consecutive use per visit. After maximum allowable consecutive use has been reached no person or equipment may re-enter the same park to use any camping facilities until the expiration of at least two nights (48 hours).
4. Cabins - Maximum allowable stay is fifteen (15) nights per calendar year, with no more than seven (7) consecutive nights permitted during the summer season (May 1 through September 30). After maximum allowable consecutive use has been reached no person or equipment may re-enter the park to use any camping facilities until the expiration of at least two nights (48 hours).
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsJedediah Smith Redwoods State Park Campground is located in California near Hiouchi
Directions
We are a six to seven hour drive north of San Francisco. This campground is just off HWY 199, and is located 1-mile west of Hiouchi, California.
Address
1440 Us 199
Crescent City, CA 95531
Coordinates
41.8002214782 N
124.085747531 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTEGood CoverageVerified by 31 usersLast on 7/4/26
VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/4/26
AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 7/4/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTEGood CoverageVerified by 31 usersLast on 7/4/26
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/4/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 7/4/26
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 21 min from Grants Pass, OR
- 1 hr 48 min from Medford, OR
- 4 hrs 7 min from Redding, CA
