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Lost Man Creek Trail

Lost Man Creek Trail

Lost Man Creek Trail

Lost Man Creek Trail

Location: Redwood National Park, Humboldt County, CA
Miles: 2 miles
Difficulty: easy
Duration: 1 hour
Users: Dogs, horses, and bikes not permitted. No wheelchair access.

Features: Lost Man Creek, rock pools, lush vegetation, old logging road, pristine setting

Note: Trailers and RVs are not permitted on Lost Man Creek Rd.

This hike and bike trail, located in Redwood National Park is a beautiful journey through the Redwood forest. The trail is open to bicycles so we recommend for you to ride out-and-back as you experience the California Redwoods and be mesmerized at the beauty of these giants. Along the ride, you will encounter the Alder trees that accents the banks of the creek.

The trail begins at the Lost Man Creek Picnic Area off Highway 101 and has a dirt corduroy road, it climbs at an easy grade up to Holter Ridge, then runs along the ridge to Bald Hills Road. It is an hour or 8 of hike or ride with non-level grades.



Top 3 Adventure Hacks

1) Go for a ride

Ride your mountain bike on this trail and see the beautiful trees move as you pedal your way on the trail.

2) Have a picnic

The Lost Man Creek Trail begins at the Lost Man Creek Picnic Area off Highway 101. Better start this trail on a full stomach!

For those who are looking for a vegan alternative, we got you covered. Check out these awesome vegan backpacking soup and chili pouches.

3) Bring your family

This trail is family-friendly and lets your children or loved ones enjoy a walk through nature!

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