Redwood in August: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack
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August is one of the best months of the year to visit Redwood National Park: crowds run 85% of the June peak (80,684 average visits). Weather: highs average 66°F and lows 51°F, with 0.3″ of precipitation and 13.9 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.
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Bring for Redwood in August
- Sturdy, broken-in hiking bootsSee it on AmazonWhy: every park, every month.
- Water bottles for the daySee it on AmazonWhy: hydration is one of the NPS Ten Essentials.
- HeadlampSee it on AmazonWhy: illumination is one of the NPS Ten Essentials.
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Crowds in August
Redwood averages 80,684 recreation visits in August — 85% of what June, the peak month, draws. That crowd level sets the tone for parking, permits and lodging — book early and start days at dawn.
Weather & daylight
Days are pleasant (highs average 66°F), and nights stay mild (lows average 51°F). It is typically dry (0.3″ of precipitation). Mid-month daylight runs 13.9 hours.
NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station KLAMATH, CA US (4 mi from park coordinates, 28 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of August.
What to pack for Redwood in August
Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.
- Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — every park, every month
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Also at their best in August
Other parks whose computed August verdict is a best window — same NPS × NOAA formula:
- Guadalupe Mountains in August — 28% of peak crowds, highs 84°F, score 80/100
- Lassen Volcanic in August — 56% of peak crowds, highs 78°F, score 77/100
- Bryce Canyon in August — 81% of peak crowds, highs 78°F, score 68/100
- Kobuk Valley in August — 93% of peak crowds, highs 57°F, score 66/100
Common questions
Is Redwood crowded in August?
Yes — August runs 85% of Redwood's peak, averaging 80,684 recreation visits (NPS, 2021–2025). See every month at Redwood.
What is the weather like in Redwood in August?
Average highs of 66°F, lows of 51°F, 0.3″ of precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, KLAMATH, CA US station). Compare it with other national parks in August.
What should I pack for Redwood in August?
Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — the full weather-computed list is on this page. Going in September instead? Redwood in September has its own list.
See also: the best national parks to visit in August · Last verified 2026-09-24