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Return of the Jedi

1983 · Directed by Richard Marquand

Explore the real-world connections to Return of the Jedi, with each location linked to its own story and evidence.

The places behind the film.

Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park

Hiouchi, Del Norte County, California, USA

A state park near Crescent City, open to walkers.

The forest moon of Endor

Return of the Jedi used the Del Norte redwoods as Endor, with 100 local residents as stormtroopers.

Production: Hiouchi, Del Norte County, California, USA · Depicted: Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park (stand-in)

More places behind the film.

Filming locations, story settings and documented inspirations, each with its own source. Precise scene positions and current visitor access need separate review.

  • Cheatham Grove Path

    Filming location

    Speeder chase filming, Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park

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  • Imperial Sand Dunes, Buttercup Valley

    Filming location

    Sail barge filming area; constructed barge not treated as extant

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  • Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park

    Filming location

    Named location scenes

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  • Patrick’s Point State Park

    Filming location

    Named location scenes; historic park name retained

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  • Twenty Mule Team Canyon Road

    Filming location

    Droids approach Jabba palace; precise camera position not established.

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Production locations in the source record.

The film’s Wikidata record lists these production locations. Exact filming areas and visitor access have not yet been established here.

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