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  2. CA
  3. …North Coast
  4. Redwood National Park
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This is a beautiful beach with ample wildlife viewing including sea lions, whales, hawks, osprey, salmon, and sea birds. The Klamath River is the largest river in California and flows through redwood forest into the Pacific Ocean at the estuary.

Short Walk: A short and easy 0.3-mile trail to Klamath Beach and estuary. Some roots and careful hiking are required to reach beach. Watch out for sneaker waves and do not climb on sacred rocks.

Family Friendly: An easy and short hike to beautiful beach full of wildlife, driftwood, and incredible views.

Gem Type: Family Attraction
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Dara Zimmerman

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Aug 16, 2023
Luke Skywalker
Jul 29, 2023
Shannon Watry
This is where we saw 30+ seala
May 14, 2021
Kristy Van
hike not maintained. steep. brambles and not right hiking clothes pants
Feb 28, 2020
Tom Herr
Small beach that is difficult to scramble onto. Short walk down from parking.
Feb 3, 2020
Miguel Escarra
4th stop
Apr 3, 2019
Richard Vogel
Mar 15, 2017
Jason Mears
Wow, Wow, Wow!!!!!
Aug 29, 2011
Ben Hamm

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