Hiking the Oregon Redwoods Trail on the Oregon Coast
Distance: 2.0 miles / 3.2 km
The Oregon Redwoods Trail, just to east of Brookings on the southern Oregon Coast, is the sister hike to the Redwood Nature Trail, a few miles to the north.
Now, it is almost universally accepted that the Oregon Redwoods Trail is unequivocally better than the Redwood Nature Trail because the trees are larger, older, and, for this reason, more beautiful!
However, don’t let my thoughts discourage against hiking the Redwood Nature Trail, as both of Oregon’s Redwood groves are truly beautiful and unique in their own way. In fact, I recommend visiting both if you have the time, as they can easily be seen in just one day since the two trails are less than 40 minutes, or 18.1 miles (29 km), apart from one another on either side of Brookings.
Getting to the Oregon Redwoods Trail
One-way Road Distance: 4.0 miles / 6.4 km
Typically speaking, hikers are usually curious about the condition of the road to the Oregon Redwoods Trail, which can vary depending on the time of year.
During the drier summer months, the Peavine Ridge Road is nothing but a typical gravel road. However, during the wetter winter months, the road can become muddier and bumpier, making it less desirable for low-clearance vehicles.
I recommend calling the Forest Service in Gold Beach to learn more about the current conditions, including any information about downed trees on the road.
Oregon Redwoods Trailhead Parking
Parking for the Oregon Redwoods Trail is located at the very end of Peavine Ridge Road in a dirt parking lot adjacent to the trailhead.
Google Maps Directions: Oregon Redwoods Trailhead
Hiking Checklist - Oregon Coast
Black bears can be found up and down the Oregon Coast, but hiking with or without bear spray is truly up to your own discretion and comfort level when adventuring in black bear territory.
Furthermore, here is a complete list of must-have things that you will want for any hike on the Oregon Coast.
Bear Spray & Holster - If you aren’t flying, don’t rent bear spray! It’s a waste of money. Prepare ahead of time by buying your own, as this may be one of the most important items on this list.
Osprey 3L Water Bladder - The Osprey 3L water bladder is the most universal hiking and backpacking water bladder on the market, and it’s my go-to because of the slide-off seal that allows it to be quickly filled from the top. Additionally, individual parts are easily replaceable, such as the bite valve.
Black Diamond Headlamp - Personally, I recommend the Black Diamond Storm because it is one of the brightest, lightest, and longest-lasting headlamps on the market—and trust me, the weight-to-battery-life ratio really does matter!
Hiking / Trail Running Shoes - Depending on the type of trail, I prefer to use either the Keen Targhee for longer, more rugged hiking or the HOKA Zinal Trail-Running Shoe for lighter, less intense trails. In either case, both have been amazing to me for many years across countless environments, and both can be found in men’s and women’s sizes. - (Men’s Keen / Women’s Keen) (Men’s HOKA / Women’s HOKA)
Blister / Heel Protectors - I swear by these cheap, amazing heel protectors to prevent blisters for nearly every kind of hiking and backpacking that I do!
Waterproof Rain Shell - You never know when it may rain, and I’ve learned over the years that a rain shell is far better than a rain jacket. By this, I mean that it’s best to have something that the water will roll right off of, which is why I recommend the Patagonia Torrentshell 3L available in both men’s and women’s sizes.
High SPF Sunscreen - Packing high-SPF sunscreen is a must for long days outside!
Hiking the Oregon Redwoods Trail
The Oregon Redwoods Trail is actually a collection of two different trails that form a roughly 2.0-mile (3.2 km) loop if you choose to do both.
Separately, they are the #1106 Trail at 1.1 miles (1.8 km) roundtrip and the #1107 Trail at 1.0 miles (1.6 km) each way.
#1107 Oregon Redwoods Trail Junction
At 0.1 miles (0.2 km), you can either go right to continue on the #1106 Trail or left to start the #1107 Oregon Redwoods Trail.
I went right, which is typically the direction most hikers seem to go.
#1106 Redwoods Loop
This is the ending loop for the #1106 Oregon Redwoods Trail, but if you want to hike the entire Oregon Redwoods Loop Trail, continue on the #1107 Trail at the back of the loop.
Left Loop
Right Loop
Oregon Redwoods Trail #1107
At the back of the #1106 Loop, the #1107 Oregon Redwoods Trail begins, which will return to the trailhead only 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away.
Once on the #1107 side, the Oregon Redwoods Trail winds its way through some more amazing old-growth Redwoods, up and down a few hills.
I never thought the hills were tiring, especially if you’re walking slow and taking lots of photos.
#1106 Oregon Redwoods Trail
This is the same #1107 Trail split from earlier, and the trailhead is only 0.1 miles (0.2 km) away from this point.
More Oregon Coast Adventures
If you’re interested in reading about some more amazing Oregon Coast adventures, check out my separate posts below!
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Safety
Overall, the Oregon Coast has a fairly mild climate year-round, with beautiful summers and temperatures that seldom get below the upper 30s come winter.
That being said, there are a few things to know before venturing out on some of the many trails along the coast.
First, Pacific Poison-oak is found on trails up and down the Oregon Coast, which is why it’s important to learn how to identify it before hiking any trail.
Additionally, there are black bears on the Oregon Coast, and while hiking in black bear territory usually presents less danger compared to grizzlies, hiking with bear spray is never a bad idea. However, it’s really up to your own discretion and comfort level.
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