Physical / Mobility Accessibility

Borrow a Wheelchair

 

Park Rangers test chair for first time on the Karl Knapp trail within Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park.

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All-Terrain Track Chair

Ready to get out on the trail? Brand new to the Prairie Creek Visitor Center, this chair is available for use on park trails, free of charge.

Reservations are avilable in three-hour blocks, starting from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., and again from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

This new chair has been made possible thanks to a partnership with David’s Chair Outdoor Mobility Systems (David’s Chair) a 501 (C)3 non-profit organization whose mission is “to enrich the lives of mobility impaired people with independence and freedom by empowering them to engage in outdoor activities they previously were unable to, free of charge", with additional support of Redwood Parks Conservancy, the official non-profit support organization of RNSP.

Standard Wheelchairs

A limited supply of standard wheelchairs are available at all park visitor centers.

Beach Wheelchairs

Special beach wheelchairs may be available at a few park locations for free check out on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information and/or to inquire about beach wheelchair availability and the check-out process, please call 707-464-6101.

 

Accessible Trails and Picnic Areas (North to South):

 

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• Simpson-Reed Grove (trail)

• Crescent Beach (picnic area)

• Lieffer Loop Trail

• Crescent Beach Overlook (picnic area)

• Wilson Creek (picnic area)

• Lagoon Creek (picnic area)

• Klamath River Overlook (picnic area)

• High Bluff Overlook (picnic area)

• Big Tree Wayside (trail)

• Revelation Trail

• Karl Knapp / Prairie Creek - Foothills Trail

• Lost Man Creek (picnic area)

• Elk Meadow Day Use Area (picnic area)

• Redwood Creek / Freshwater Beach Day Use Area (picnic area)

 

Campground Accessibility Information

The three state park campgrounds have accessible sites, facilities, and some accessible cabins.

Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park
Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park
Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park