Smith River Fishing
The Smith River provides
Steelhead, Trout and salmon fishing which is a favorite pastime
here. The Smith River provides water to the forest and the
wildlife it contains. Because the Smith River is one of the last
major free flowing rivers in California, it is clean, clear and a
natural spawning ground for the native fish. Nearby fishing trips
along the Smith River, fishing guides, also offers Kayak rentals,
and shuttle service is available. There are no motorized boats
allowed on the Smith River because it has a Wild & Scenic River
designation, so it is a favorite for swimming and rafting as well..
Smith River Kayaking & Rafting
Kayaking and Rafting are favorite pastimes along the Smith River.
Hiouchi Cafe is right along the river. There are Local Rentals and Guide Services available also Ranger-led Kayak Programs. For a limited time in summer, Redwood National and State Parks presents kayak tours of the Smith River,
a crown jewel of the National Wild & Scenic River System and the largest free-flowing river system in California. Led by experienced park rangers, visitors will explore a variety of topics, including the unique geology of the Smith River watershed and how it contributes to the growth of the world's largest trees, all while paddling pristine waters and enjoying unparalleled scenery.
Local Rentals and Guide Services are:
Redwood Rides - 707-951-6559
Kayak Zak's -707-498-1130.
Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park
Hiouchi
Cafe is close to Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. This 10,000
acre park is comprised of predominately old growth Redwoods and is
bisected by the last major free flowing river in California, the
Smith River. Though the park is predominantly Redwoods,
Conifers such as Sitka Spruce, Western Hemlock, Grand Fir, Douglas
Fir, as well as the less common Port Orford Cedar can all be found
with the parks boundaries. The ground cover is dense and a wide
range of plants including shrubs, bushes, flowers, ferns, mosses
and lichens line the pathways off the Redwood trails. Hiking and
fishing is a favorite pastime for locals and visitors alike.
Established as a state park in 1929, The park is named after the
first white man to explorer the interior of Northern California,
Jedediah S. Smith..
Hiouchi Trail
Trailhead: Marked trailhead is just before
west end of Hiouchi Bridge on Hwy 199. Summer seasonal footbridge
allows access from Jedediah Smith Campground. Trail can also be
accessed via Hatton Trail off Hwy 199. This is a 2 mile trail with Moderate, non-level grades, not steep. A
delightful hike along the pristine turquoise Smith River, this
trail provides views of both riparian (near-stream) forest and
old-growth redwoods. California bay, tanoak, Douglas-fir, and
Pacific Madrone abound, while salal, huckleberry, and thimbleberry
draw in wildlife during the late summer and fall months.
Spectacular views make this trail a favorite
among visitors and rangers alike.
Coastal Activities
This local area borders
Oregon & California. Both along the Coastline, providing a variety
of beaches and coastal scenery. Walk along the beach and enjoy the
wildlife and beautiful sunsets. There are many parks in the area
to see along with the Coastal Redwoods, the mighty Sequoia's, are
the tallest living things in our world, some growing to 350 feet
and beyond. The ancient Redwoods were here when dinosaurs
roamed the earth. Sixty-five million years later we can now stroll
through these living artifacts and marvel at their beauty as they
tower over us. The Redwood's life spans are about 800-1500 year,
some older.
Trees Of Mystery
Trees of Mystery is a roadside attraction 36 miles south of the
Oregon border, in Klamath, California. This private enterprise,
founded in 1931, is located adjacent to US Highway 101 on private
land surrounded by Redwood National and State Parks. The property
contains towering redwoods and a number of unique tree formations,
many of which can be seen from the "Trail of Mysterious Trees."
The "Trail of Tall Tales" features some 50 chainsaw sculptures and
carvings illustrating the imaginative stories about Paul Bunyan
and his logging crew. The "Cathedral Tree", nine trees growing in
a semicircle out of one root structure, is sometimes used for
outdoor weddings. There is a 49-foot-tall statue of Paul Bunyan
and the 35-foot-tall Babe the Blue Ox. An aerial tramway, called
Skytrail, takes visitors to an observation deck where they can
enjoy a view of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding forest.
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VARIOUS PHOTOS
Taken of local area, Smith
River, redwoods, Hwy and road
