Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park was established as a state park in 1929.
The park is named after the first white man to explorer the interior of Northern California,Jedediah Stong Smith.
As a trapper in Northern California, his journey began in 1826 and lasted 2 years.
He pioneered a trail Southwest from the Great Salt Lakes, across the Mojave Desert and through the San Bernadino Mountains into California.
You can learn more about this remarkable area when you visit Jedediah National Park, just West of Hiouchi Cafe & Motel.
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.
The Smith River provides water to the forest and the wildlife it contains. Steelhead, Trout and salmon fishing is a favorite pastime in and around the park.
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. Mic can provide you with a guided fishing trip along the Smith River from December 15 to March 15. Check our rates page for discount information. Mic, the fishing guide, also offers Kayak rentals for $20 per day and a shuttle service for $10 per party. 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.
Many bicyclers enjoy touring the Northern California Coastline.
Jedediah National park has a bicycle camp located in old growth redwoods along the Smith River, as well as traditional camp sites.
The park can accommodate motor homes up to 36' and trailers up to 31'.
A RV dump station is available near the camp. For those not wanting to camp, Hiouchi Motel is located within walking distance from the park.
Hiouchi cafe, right next door to the motel, provides warm, delicious meals daily.
Don't forget to try their blue ribbon Clam Chowder and fresh baked deserts! if all you need is a few cooking supplies and fuel.
Hiouchi Grocery store and gas station are also just up the road!
The discovery of gold along the Sacramento and Trinity Rivers in the mid-1800's drew thousands of people to Northern California.
A supply route was needed to bring supplies and information to the remote mining camps of California.
This need motivated settlers to begin building towns and settlements in Humboldt and Del Norte counties.
Del Norte County is full of historical sites. Be sure to visit this main town of the Del Norte County, the Historical town of Crescent City. A must see is the Battery Point Lighthouse and museum where you can explore the amazing history of this unique area and learn more about the people and the events that shaped this region of America. The main museum and office are at 577 H Street, Crescent City. Hiouchi Motel offers clean ,quiet rooms in the heart of the Redwoods. Crescent City is just a 10 minute senic drive away. No need to stay in the noise and crowds when Hiouchi Motel is available.
The Native American museum at Trees of Mystery on Highway 101 is just a few more mile south.
It holds one of the largest privately held collections of Indian artifacts in the world.
The museum is free and a must see when visiting the area.