Boy Scout Tree Trail

Overview

The trailhead will be on the left side of Howland Hill Road and will be well marked. Look for cars parked on the right hand side (north of the road). This is a nice forested path that will take you through some redwoods. Towards the end of the trail will be a set of stairs that leads up to the Boy Scout redwood tree. This behemoth is truly remarkable. The double trunk of the redwood will dwarf any others, and this is a great spot to simply appreciate this incredible tree species. <br><br>Once you've seen the Boy Scout tree, you can head back down to the main trail and continue onward a short distance to Fern Falls. The falls have a nice resting spot where visitors can enjoy the waterfall. This is a great place to have snack before heading back to the car.

Trail Stats

Photos

A slug eyeing lunch near the Boy Scout Tree

A slug eyeing lunch near the Boy Scout Tree

The Boy Scout Tree Trailhead is marked by this sign.

The Boy Scout Tree Trailhead is marked by this sign.

Boy Scout Tree Trail on Jul 16, 2016.

Boy Scout Tree Trail on Jul 16, 2016.

The Boy Scout Tree

The Boy Scout Tree

Boy Scout Tree.

Boy Scout Tree.

Among the redwoods on the way to the Boy Scout Tree

Among the redwoods on the way to the Boy Scout Tree

The Boy Scout Tree Trail is beautifully built, allowing you to worry less about where you place your feet and more about soaking up your colossal surroundings.

The Boy Scout Tree Trail is beautifully built, allowing you to worry less about where you place your feet and more about soaking up your colossal surroundings.

The banana slug is one of the token species of this area.

The banana slug is one of the token species of this area.

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