Redwood in February: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack
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February is a solid shoulder-season month to visit Redwood National Park: crowds run 26% of the June peak (24,451 average visits). Weather: highs average 56°F and lows 39°F, with 10.7″ of precipitation and 10.6 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.
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Bring for Redwood in February
- Warm mid-layer (fleece or light puffy)See it on AmazonWhy: mornings average 39°F.
- Rain shell + pack coverSee it on AmazonWhy: 10.7″ of precipitation is normal this month.
- Waterproof bootsSee it on AmazonWhy: 10.7″ of precipitation is normal this month.
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Redwood in February: what the park service says
February at Redwood is high-water season on Redwood Creek, where the park service closes dispersed backcountry camping from October 15 to April 1. Wet weather also affects Davison Road, the route to Fern Canyon and Gold Bluffs Beach, whose two stream crossings get harder after rain; the park recommends a high-clearance vehicle. The seasonal footbridge between Stout Grove and Jedediah Smith Campground is removed for the season.
Source: NPS, checked 2026-11-05.
Crowds in February
Redwood averages 24,451 recreation visits in February — 26% of what June, the peak month, draws — this is the second-quietest month of the year. That crowd level sets the tone for parking, permits and lodging.
Weather & daylight
Daytime stays cool (highs average 56°F), and mornings are chilly (lows average 39°F). This is one of the wetter months (10.7″ of precipitation on average). Mid-month daylight runs 10.6 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 February.
What to pack for Redwood in February
Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.
- Warm mid-layer (fleece or light puffy) — mornings average 39°F
- Rain shell + pack cover — 10.7″ of precipitation is normal this month
- Waterproof boots — plus navigation and a basic first-aid kit — 10.7″ of precipitation is normal this month
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Want quieter or kinder conditions? The computed best months for Redwood are April and May.
Also at their best in February
Other parks whose computed February verdict is a best window — same NPS × NOAA formula:
- Zion in February — 25% of peak crowds, highs 58°F, score 80/100
- Shenandoah in February — 9% of peak crowds, highs 47°F, score 77/100
- Capitol Reef in February — 10% of peak crowds, highs 47°F, score 76/100
- Carlsbad Caverns in February — 39% of peak crowds, highs 61°F, score 76/100
Common questions
Is Redwood crowded in February?
No — February is one of the quieter months: 26% of the June peak, averaging 24,451 visits (NPS, 2021–2025). See every month at Redwood.
What is the weather like in Redwood in February?
Average highs of 56°F, lows of 39°F, 10.7″ of precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, KLAMATH, CA US station). Compare it with other national parks in February.
What should I pack for Redwood in February?
Warm mid-layer (fleece or light puffy); Rain shell + pack cover; Waterproof boots — plus navigation and a basic first-aid kit — the full weather-computed list is on this page. Going in March instead? Redwood in March has its own list.
See also: the best national parks to visit in February · Last verified 2026-09-24