Mist steals through towering trees soaring up to 380 feet as thrushes sing melancholy notes from the canopy.
On the ground, fallen trees expose upturned root beds more than 6 feet in diameter.
Its another early morning inRedwood National and State Parks (RNSP)in Northern California.
Indigenous people used only fallen redwoods to build canoes and homes.
RNSP is about 325 miles north ofSan Franciscoand 320 miles south of Portland, Oregon.
Like the other centers, it runs a bookshop stocked with titles on nature.
Rangers at all but the Crescent City center at the park headquarters lead walks and talks in summer.
Redwood trees thrive in the cool coastal conditions of Northern California.
Come from mid-spring to early summer to see the native rhododendrons in bloom.
Cellular coverage is very limited, with the best service around Crescent City and at the visitor centers.
Restrooms can be found at most trailheads, campgrounds and visitor centers.
Amenities in the four include ADA-accessible restrooms with hot showers, picnic tables, firepits and dump stations.
RVs are allowed, but there are no hookups.
There are many home rentals, inns and hotels in nearby communities (See Gateway towns, below).
