Northern California and North Coast

Northern California & North Coast

The northern coast of California offers a rich variety of forest, grassland, and coastal landforms.

The rugged coastline varies dramatically, from protected sandy beach coves to the sharp bluffs and sheer cliffs that plunge down into the sea. Rocky beaches provide an opportunity to study tide-pools and the inter-tidal zone, while the hillsides shelter magnificent Redwood forests.

Lassen National Park

Lassen is home to a variety of mixed conifer forests, red fir forests, and subalpine areas. Rich in human and natural history, the park houses four types of volcanoes, as well as over 300 species of animals.

Point Reyes National Seashore – Olema Ranch

Based at the Olema Ranch Campground, this trip offers a rich variety of forest, grassland, and coastal landforms. The rugged coastline of the Seashore varies dramatically, offering tidepool studies and much more.

Samuel P. Taylor State Park

Explore the wooded countryside in the steep rolling hills of Marin County. Study local wildlife via the extensive trail network, and discover the unique natural and human history of the area.

Salt Point State Park

This large coastal park offers a rich variety of botanical, geological, marine biological & historical topics to explore. Take in the varying rugged coastline's tidepools, coastal chaparral, redwoods, meadows, and much more.

Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park

Generously preserved in the 1920’s, Prairie Creek is a sanctuary of old growth coast redwood. The site offers hiking, nature study, wildlife viewing, beach combing, a visitor center with exhibits and a nature store.