Murrelet State Wilderness Tours and Activities

A relatively unknown location, Fern Canyon is exactly what it sounds like. Wall to wall ferns make this short hike feel truly prehistoric. #ADVENTURE
A relatively unknown location, Fern Canyon is exactly what it sounds like. Wall to wall ferns make this short hike feel truly prehistoric. #ADVENTURE
Exploring the magical redwood forest.
Fern Canyon is in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park in Humboldt County, California. The trail through the canyon is a short, easy walk with several stream crossings. During peak season, boards are conveniently placed across the stream. Ferns found here include California polypody, deer fern, licorice fern, and western sword fern. The fern most abundantly draping the walls of the canyon are western maidenhair ferns.
Fern Canyon is in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park in Humboldt County, California. The trail through the canyon is short and flat with planks conveniently placed across the stream during peak season. The trail loops up stairs to follow the canyon from above, as shown in the photo. Accessing the nearest parking lot requires your vehicle to cross a stream. #nature

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Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel

Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Price was CA $1,504, price is now CA $759 per person
CA $759
per person
Apr 19 - Apr 24
found 2 days ago
Roundtrip flight included
Edmonton (YEG) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,622 reviews)
Stayed for three nights- aircon was very loud. Receptionist was not available for period of 20 or some min every night.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
Price was CA $2,506, price is now CA $1,269 per person
CA $1,269
per person
Apr 3 - Apr 10
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Edmonton (YEG) to San Diego (SAN)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,627 reviews)
The staff was good. However, the room had three separate hairs. One black hair in the sink, one black hair in the shower, and one grey hair on the bed. Also, there was a candy wrapper on the floor underneath the vanity. They need to do a much better job of cleaning. That’s the stuff that I found and I’m sure there was more. Also, one of the lights in the bedroom kept turning on automatically, and I had to call management at three in the morning to come and remove the lightbulb because I couldn’t do it myself. Overall, not too good of an experience at this hotel.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

SIRTAJ - Beverly Hills

SIRTAJ - Beverly Hills

4 out of 5
South of Wilshire
Price was CA $2,271, price is now CA $1,204 per person
CA $1,204
per person
Apr 12 - Apr 18
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Excellent location, clean room, comfortable bed

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Popular places to visit

A relatively unknown location, Fern Canyon is exactly what it sounds like. Wall to wall ferns make this short hike feel truly prehistoric. #ADVENTURE

Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park

5/5(6 reviews)

You can take time to visit Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park during your travels to Orick. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park
Redwood National and State Parks featuring a sandy beach and landscape views

Gold Bluffs Beach

3/5(1 review)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Gold Bluffs Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Orick. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Gold Bluffs Beach
California

Big Tree Wayside

5/5(1 review)

Follow a circular path to see an ancient giant redwood. Link up with other trails to explore pristine forests and spot Roosevelt elks.

Big Tree Wayside
Prairie Creek Visitor Center which includes interior views

Prairie Creek Visitor Center

Browse exhibits about the Redwood National and State Parks, join ranger-led programs and follow trails through spectacular scenery.

Prairie Creek Visitor Center
Lady Bird Johnson Grove, California

Lady Bird Johnson Grove

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Lady Bird Johnson Grove, a lovely green space in Orick. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.

Lady Bird Johnson Grove
Morning light on Sitka Spruce. Taken from Ryan’s Cove campground on Stone Lagoon on the Northern California Coast.

Humboldt Lagoons State Park

You can take time to visit Humboldt Lagoons State Park during your travels to Trinidad. Wander the forest and seaside in this relaxing area.

Humboldt Lagoons State Park

Best Lodging Options Near Murrelet State Wilderness

Contemporary farmhouse in Redwood National Park

Contemporary farmhouse in Redwood National Park

Orick CA
Contemporary farmhouse in Redwood National Park
Heart of the Redwoods-HOPE Cottage

Heart of the Redwoods-HOPE Cottage

Orick CA
Heart of the Redwoods-HOPE Cottage
Holiday Inn Express Klamath - Redwood Ntl Pk Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Klamath - Redwood Ntl Pk Area by IHG

2.5 out of 5
171 Klamath Boulevard Klamath CA
Holiday Inn Express Klamath - Redwood Ntl Pk Area by IHG
The Historic Requa Inn

The Historic Requa Inn

3 out of 5
451 Requa Rd Klamath CA
The Historic Requa Inn
Riverview Clean and Cozy Home by the River - upstairs above office

Riverview Clean and Cozy Home by the River - upstairs above office

Klamath CA
Riverview Clean and Cozy Home by the River - upstairs above office
Chinook Rv Resort

Chinook Rv Resort

2 out of 5
17465 U.S. 101 Klamath CA
Chinook Rv Resort
Cozy cabin for two w/ a furnished deck & grassy yard - close to hiking trails

Cozy cabin for two w/ a furnished deck & grassy yard - close to hiking trails

Trinidad CA
Cozy cabin for two w/ a furnished deck & grassy yard - close to hiking trails
The Black Bear Cabin - 2 bedrooms in the redwoods

The Black Bear Cabin - 2 bedrooms in the redwoods

Klamath CA
The Black Bear Cabin - 2 bedrooms in the redwoods
Deja Blue Big Lagoon Perfect Guest House

Deja Blue Big Lagoon Perfect Guest House

Trinidad CA
Deja Blue Big Lagoon Perfect Guest House
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