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), days average 56°F with 10.6 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.

Crowds in February

Redwood averages 24,451 recreation visits in February — 26% of what June, the peak month, draws — 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
• Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — every park, every month

Want quieter or kinder conditions? The computed best months for Redwood are April and May.

Common questions

See also: the best national parks to visit in February · Last verified 2026-07-16