SAMUEL P. TAYLOR
Camp and hike among towering redwoods in this California state park that is known for its many trails, including the hike up Barnabe Peak with its outstanding vista of Marin County. The South Creek Trail, which is wheelchair accessible, travels a mile and a half through forest and ferns.
Bring your bike to explore the Cross Marin Trail following the old North Pacific Coast Railroad along Lagunitas Creek. Redwoods soar over most of the park’s campsites, though Devil’s Gulch and Madrone offer camping coverage under oaks. If tents or campers aren’t your style, you can also try out one of the newly built cabins.
PEAK FALL COLORS | November
PITCH OR PARK | Campsites are scattered along the trails. The main campground has 50 sites, and a few are accessible to small trailers.
PLAN YOUR TRIP | parks.ca.gov