Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve - California

Address:17020 Armstrong Woods Road
Guerneville, California

Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve was named for Colonel Armstrong, who purchased groves of redwoods for his daughter, Kate, with the intention of preserving and protecting these magnificent trees. Today, the Reserve belongs to the State; the groves are kept free of loggers and preserved for visitors to enjoy the sensational beauty of these massive trees. Aside from miles of hiking and nature trails through the Sierra and Coastal Redwoods, this park has a visitor center, a large outdoor amphitheater, and self-guided nature trails and picnic facilities. Unique features here include the 310-foot Parson Jones tree and the tree-hugging platforms on the Discovery trail. With its sensational natural beauty and sweet history, Armstrong Redwoods is a perfectly relaxing nature getaway.

The serene, majestic beauty of this Grove is a living reminder of the magnificent primeval redwood forest that covered much of this area before logging operations began during the 19th century. Armstrong Redwoods preserves stately and magnificent Sequoia sempervirens, commonly known as the coast redwood. These trees stand together as a testament to the wonders of the natural world. The Grove offers solace from the hustle and bustle of daily life, offering the onlooker great inspiration and a place for quiet reflection. The ancient coast redwood is the tallest living thing on our planet! These remarkable trees live to be 500-1,000 years old, grow to a diameter of 12-16 feet, and stand from 200-250 feet tall. Some trees survive for over 2,000 years and tower 350 feet high. Coast redwoods are classified as temperate rainforests and they need wet and mild climates to survive. The rainfall in Armstrong Redwoods averages 55 inches per year and the trees are often shrouded in a mystical fog that helps to maintain the moist conditions needed for the redwoods to survive. To find out more about these magnificent trees click the link About Coast Redwoods to the left.