Redwood in September: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack
Peak crowds · VisitWhen score 67/100 · #4 of 12 months
September is peak season — expect the year's biggest crowds at Redwood National Park: crowds run 76% of the June peak (71,819 average visits), days average 67°F with 12.5 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.
Crowds in September
Redwood averages 71,819 recreation visits in September — 76% of what June, the peak month, draws. Trailheads and parking fill accordingly — book early and start days at dawn.
Weather & daylight
Days are mild (highs average 67°F), and nights stay mild (lows average 50°F). It is typically dry (1.3″ of precipitation). Mid-month daylight runs 12.5 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 September.
What to pack for Redwood in September
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
If your dates are flexible, consider shifting: The computed best months for Redwood are April and May.
Common questions
Is Redwood crowded in September?
Yes — September runs 76% of Redwood's peak, averaging 71,819 recreation visits (NPS, 2021–2025).
What is the weather like in Redwood in September?
Average highs of 67°F, lows of 50°F, 1.3″ of precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, KLAMATH, CA US station).
What should I pack for Redwood in September?
Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — the full weather-computed list is on this page.
See also: the best national parks to visit in September · Last verified 2026-07-16