Burlington Campground puts you under old-growth and second-growth redwoods at 308 feet elevation in Humboldt Redwoods State Park. The 57 sites sit near the park visitor center, making this a practical base for exploring Avenue of the Giants. Sites cost $35 per night and accommodate tents and RVs (24-foot pad length).
Burlington Campground accommodates various types of camping, including tent and RV camping. It does not provide RV hookups or group camping facilities.
The Sinkyone people lived among these redwood groves long before European arrival. The Save the Redwoods League's preservation efforts created the park that protects these ancient trees today. Weather and SeasonsSummer brings the warmest, longest days for hiking, swimming, and biking Avenue of the Giants. Mornings start cool and foggy, burning off to mid-60s through mid-80s°F in the afternoon. Inland pockets occasionally hit the 90s. This is peak season for trails, visitor center services, and water recreation, so weekend and holiday reservations fill up. Winter temperatures range from 50-60°F highs to 20-30°F lows, with gentle rains feeding the forest. Snow is rare at this elevation but occasionally dusts higher ground. Morning wildlife activity picks up in cooler months.
ElevationNestled comfortably within the coastal redwood belt at elevations typically below 2,000 feet, Burlington Campground occupies the sweet spot where ocean influence meets mountain majesty. This moderate elevation creates the perfect conditions for the world's tallest trees to thrive, offering campers a chance to experience the unique microclimate that makes this ecosystem possible.
Natural Features and SceneryCoastal redwoods tower over the campground, their canopy filtering sunlight onto a forest floor carpeted with ferns. Roosevelt elk occasionally wander through the groves. The trees thrive here thanks to heavy winter rains, year-round moderate temperatures, and persistent fog. Conditions that exist nowhere else on Earth. Ancient soils, enriched by millennia of fallen needles, support these record-breaking giants. Some sites back up to a creek. The density of shade varies by site, creating pockets of near-constant dimness alongside brighter openings.
Geological RegionBurlington Campground sits at the heart of one of Earth's most remarkable ecosystems—California's coastal redwood forest. This unique geological and climatic convergence zone thrives on the perfect marriage of heavy winter rains and year-round moderate temperatures, creating conditions found nowhere else on the planet. The ancient soils, enriched by millennia of fallen needles and nurturing fog, support these botanical giants in their record-breaking reach toward the sky.
Scenic ViewsCampsites provide views of ancient redwoods and access to scenic trails. Some sites back up to the Avenue of the Giants or border a nearby creek.
Lodging & AccommodationsThe campground does not offer hotel-style accommodations or cabin lodging. It primarily serves tent and RV campers.
Programs & ActivitiesDuring the summer season, park-led activities like campfire programs and Junior Ranger activities are hosted daily. The Visitor Center offers exhibits on redwood ecology and park history.