Nestled among towering redwoods in Redwood National Park, this site was chosen to stand in for the forest moon Endor in the Star Wars saga, offering a cathedral-like beauty and a hush of ancient timber. The area’s mossy understory, filtered light, and swirling fog create a timeless atmosphere that inspired the saga’s Ewok village and forest chase sequences. Over the years the grove has become a pilgrimage spot for both fans and nature lovers, blending cinematic legend with the serenity of old-growth forest. Today visitors can wander among colossal trunks, catching glimpses of wildlife and the same tranquil drama that captivated audiences on screen.

Hidden among towering coast redwoods, Redwood Hollow sits within Redwood National Park as a prime example of the region’s ancient forest character. This grove became iconic in cinema as the forest moon Endor, where Ewoks inhabited treetop villages and the story unfolds beneath colossal trunks and dappled light. The atmosphere blends hushed serenity with a sense of otherworldly scale, as sunbeams filter through emerald canopies and ferns carpet the forest floor. Visitors feel the pulse of a cinematic legacy, where quiet woodland scenes give way to dynamic chases and brave encounters among the trees.

Towering ancient redwood groves in Redwood National Park create a timeless stage where cinema history and natural grandeur intertwine. The grove’s colossal trunks, mossy understory, and filtered light evoke a sense of ancient cathedral-like calm, inviting visitors to slow down and listen to the forest. This location helped realize the forest moon Endor for Star Wars, linking fans with a mythic setting where nature and fantasy collide. Even beyond its film legacy, the grove offers a palpable atmosphere of discovery and awe that lingers long after you leave the trail.