Sequoia Park is a city-run forest park of about 60 acres at 3414 W Street on the southeastern edge of Eureka, California, a few blocks from the Henderson Center district. The City of Eureka acquired the land in 1894, preserving a stand of old-growth coast redwoods that was spared when the surrounding forests were logged. Today it is the city’s best-loved green space and a quick, free way to walk among towering redwoods without leaving town.
What to Expect at Sequoia Park
Despite the name, the park’s giants are coast redwoods, not Sierra giant sequoias. Walking and bicycle trails wind through a ravine forest of redwood, Sitka spruce and ferns, crossing two small creeks before opening onto sunny meadows, open turf and the much-photographed Duck Pond. Families find two playgrounds, picnic tables, a group picnic area, restrooms and a gazebo, while natural clearings in the grove are popular for weddings.
The park borders the Sequoia Park Zoo, California’s oldest zoo, whose Redwood Sky Walk canopy walkway climbs into the treetops for a separate admission. Just outside the zoo’s northern perimeter, the Sequoia Park Garden displays dahlias and seasonal blooms around a wishing well and gazebo, tended by City Parks Master Gardener Jody Daigneault.
- Old-Growth Redwood Grove: Centuries-old coast redwoods form a dense, cool canopy over the ravine trails.
- Duck Pond: The park’s open centerpiece, with ducks, geese and benches at the trailheads.
- Sequoia Creek Trail: A paved loop heading west from the Duck Pond through meadows and back along a forested creek.
- Sequoia Park Garden: Dahlia beds at peak color from late summer into fall, plus a wishing well and gazebo.
- Redwood Sky Walk: The adjacent zoo’s elevated canopy walkway, ticketed separately.
Sequoia Park at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 3414 W Street, Eureka, CA 95503 |
| Neighborhood / Area | Southeast Eureka, near Henderson Center |
| Operating Hours | Daily 7AM–7PM |
| Admission / Price Range | Free park entry; zoo and Sky Walk ticketed separately |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 1 to 2 hours |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | Free designated lots via the W Street gate and park road; Eureka Transit Service buses run nearby |
| Official Website & Phone | eurekaca.gov – Sequoia Park; contact via City Community Services |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
Arrive near the 7AM opening for misty light in the grove and quiet trails; weekend afternoons bring families and zoo traffic. The park road has reopened to vehicles, with the main gate on W Street leading to designated lots. Coastal fog keeps temperatures cool year-round, so bring a layer, and expect muddy unpaved paths after winter rain. Leashed dogs are welcome on park trails but not in the zoo.
Accessibility is strong: an accessible sidewalk leads to picnic sites, there is an accessible restroom, and over a mile of paved asphalt trail suits wheelchairs and strollers, including the old maintenance road behind the zoo and the Sequoia Creek Trail. Deeper ravine trails are steep, rooty dirt. Pair a visit with the zoo next door, the Sequoia Park Garden, or lunch in Henderson Center, roughly a 15-minute walk north.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Sequoia Park’s hours?
The park is open daily from 7AM to 7PM. Early mornings offer fog-filtered light and the fewest visitors.
Does Sequoia Park charge admission?
No, the park and parking are free. The Sequoia Park Zoo and Redwood Sky Walk require paid tickets.
How long should I spend here?
Allow one to two hours for the trails, pond and garden. Add two to three hours if visiting the zoo.
Is the park wheelchair and family friendly?
Yes. Over a mile of paved trails, an accessible restroom and two playgrounds make it easy for strollers, wheelchairs and young children.
When planning your Eureka travel guide or comparing verified attractions and parks in Eureka, pair this stop with standout local spots including Sequoia Park Zoo, Gill's By the Bay, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eureka, an IHG Hotel, and Redwood Sky Walk at Sequoia Park Zoo (0.3 km away).
