Hike to the Grove Of Titans
What to Expect
Safety Advisory
The metal boardwalk can be slippery when wet, which in the redwoods means most mornings year-round. Wear shoes with decent tread rather than flip-flops.
Howland Hill Road is narrow and winding with no cell service — drive cautiously and let someone know your plans if you're visiting solo.
Trail Details
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Howland Hill Road is a narrow, unpaved road that won't accommodate RVs or trailers — leave anything oversized at the Hiouchi Visitor Center and drive in with your smallest vehicle. Go slow; oncoming traffic requires pullouts.
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Arrive before 9 AM or after 4 PM to avoid the midday crowds that have surged since the boardwalk opened in 2022. Early morning fog filtering through the canopy is worth losing an hour of sleep for.
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The boardwalk's metal surface photographs beautifully as a leading line into the grove. Shoot low and wide to capture both the walkway and the towering canopy — a 16-35mm lens or your phone's ultra-wide mode is ideal here.
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