37th Annual Candlelight Walk Through the Ancient Redwoods Fundraiser

Redwood Parks Conservancy's 37th Annual Candlelight Walk Through the Ancient Redwoods Fundraiser

✨ Enjoy the beauty of Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park in Orick, CA as you stroll along the softly illuminated, ADA-accessible Revelation and Redwood Access Trails. Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Candlelight Walk—celebrating 37 years of this magical tradition!

Funds raised help support Redwood Parks Conservancy. We are the nonprofit partner of Redwood National and State Parks. We supports park projects, educational programs, and visitor services to inspire preservation,stewardship, and appreciation of these iconic landscapes.

📅 Dates: Friday & Saturday, November 6 & 7, 2026
🕓 Time: 4:00 – 7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 3:30 p.m.)
📍 Location: Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, Orick, CA
🎟️ Tickets: $30 per person; Children 12 and under free (each child must have a ticket)

✨ This is a timed-entry event with two groups each night:

• Group 1 entry at 4:00 PM
• Group 2 entry at 6:00 PM

🌲 Event Highlights:

✔️A peaceful, luminaria-lit self-guided trail walk through ancient redwoods

✔️Local storytellers sharing Indiginious, seasonal and redwood-themed tales

✔️Hot cider and cookies at the visitor center

ℹ️ Additional Details:

✔️Limited to 300 guests per night; tickets sell out fast!

✔️Event held in partnership with Redwood Parks Conservancy, California State Parks, and the National Park Service.

✔️Pets are not allowed.

No refunds. All sales are final. This event will happen rain or shine. Please dress accordingly. Redwood Parks Conservancy reserves rights to cancel or change the event without prior notice and reschedule if needed.

Additional Information

Check-In

• At the Visitor Center booth before your timed entry
• Bring a printed or downloaded digital ticket
• No cell service on-site – download tickets in advance

Parking, Shuttles & Directions

• Parking: Along Newton B. Drury Parkway (Approximately .5 miles from the Visitor Center)
• Shuttles: Run from parking area to the Visitor Center check-in
• Short walk from shuttle drop-off to check-in—watch for traffic

Driving Directions:

• From the South (Eureka area): Take Highway 101 N to Exit #753 (Newton B. Drury Parkway). Drive north approx. 2 miles and park on the wide shoulder of the Parkway.
• From the North (Crescent City area): Take Highway 101 S. to Exit #753 (Newton B. Drury Parkway). Please note that the 1st exit (Exit #765) to Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park will be CLOSED for Hike & Bike Day on SATURDAY ONLY. Drive north on Parkway for approx. 2 miles and park off to the side on the wide area of the Parkway. There will be a short walk from the Parkway to the visitor center. Please watch for traffic!

Weather & What to Bring

• Event takes place rain or shine – dress in layers
• Be prepared for rain, wind, and chilly temperatures
• Recommended items: Warm layers, hat, rain gear

For a $20 donation paid at the event, kids can have fun coloring their own Scribble Tees t-shirt featuring Redwood National and State Park forest critters big and small. The Scribble Tees come complete with colored markers!

When you donate to Redwood Parks Conservancy, you support the protection of the world’s tallest and oldest trees, the restoration of critical wildlife habitat, and programs that connect people to the wonders of Redwood National and State Parks.