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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: theking on May 04, 2026, 12:18:30 AM
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Been there and it's pretty nice O0:
This 31-mile Road Passes Some of the Tallest Trees on the Planet—and It’s Called the ‘Finest Forest Drive in the World’
Growing up to hundreds of feet tall and dozens of feet across, with rich, golden-brown bark and dark green needles, there’s nothing quite as awe-inspiring as a California redwood. And while several must-see redwood groves dot Northern California, in my opinion, driving the Avenue of the Giants is the easiest way to get up close and personal with these magnificent trees.
Running parallel to Highway 101 in Humboldt-Redwoods State Park, the Avenue of the Giants is formally designated as State Route 254. But the nickname for this 31-mile stretch of two-lane asphalt tells you essentially everything you need to know—drivers who take this scenic route are going to see massive redwood trees, and lots of them.
“Driving the Avenue of the Giants is a unique and beautiful experience,” says Sophia Eckert, executive director of the Humboldt-Redwoods Interpretive Association. “As it winds through Humboldt-Redwoods State Park, you will encounter many spectacular groves of redwoods and hiking trail options. It also runs through several small towns that have food and accommodations .” Even if you’ve seen California redwoods before, the Avenue of the Giants still has some surprises in store—after all, there's a reason why it's called the "finest forest drive in the world." Like most visitors, I drove the Avenue of the Giants as part of a road trip to Humboldt-Redwoods and was instantly amazed by all the enormous trees lining the road. However, the route is also packed with one-of-a-kind spots that will give you a new appreciation for redwoods, from an "Eternal Tree House" to a drive-through tree, and so much more.
Took these photos of my wife doing the "drive-through tree"...
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