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Richardson Grove State Park, Garberville

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#7 of 16 in Nature in Humboldt County

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Richardson Grove State Park is located at the southernmost border of Humboldt County, 75 miles (121 km) south of Eureka, California, United States, and 200 miles (320 km) north of San Francisco. The year-round park, which has approximately 2,000 acres (8.1 km2), straddles US 101, causing the narrowest point of its entire distance. Said to have the 9th largest tree of all remaining Coast Redwoods, it is known for swimming on the South Fork of the Eel River and day use in addition to 159 campsites.
The park is named after Friend Richardson, the 25th Governor of California between 1923 and 1927.

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By Grover R

This is the first place headed north on the 101 where you know you are in an amazing forest. The grove is fairly small but it will make a big impression on you when you see these trees. They are...

This is the first place headed north on the 101 where you know you are in an amazing forest. The grove is fairly small but it will make a big impression on you when you see these trees. They are... more »
By Mary Lou F

Richardson Grove State Park is located near Garberville, California, just south of the Avenue of the Giants. It is easy to find just off Highway 101, and is a beautiful place to visit. The trails...

Richardson Grove State Park is located near Garberville, California, just south of the Avenue of the Giants. It is easy to find just off Highway 101, and is a beautiful place to visit. The trails... more »

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By Cammi

If magic and fairys exist they exist here. It is beautiful and has wonderful hikes to go on and a great swimming hole. The visitor center is cozy and informative with a few snacks and cute gifts and a lovely backgammon set in front of a fire place that we enjoyed. I've been taking my kids there for 20 years and they love it every year. From babies just staring up at the trees to kids zipping along the campground on their bikes to jumping off the big rocks at the swimming hole as teenagers/ young adults. It's great for all ages! They are serious about the 10pm quiet time so if you are looking to party it isn't the place. Great for families and those looking for a quiet camping trip (although there is some freeway noise)

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By Bre Ximenes

Magical place... you can camp out get a day pass and go on down to the Eel River to swim, catch a Ranger program , check out the visitor center and hike through some amazing trails. You don't want to miss this park!

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