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California's Redwood Coast WELCOME TO HUMBOLDT COUNTY California’s Redwood Coast wonderland for nature lovers, Humboldt is renowned as the home of the coast redwoods. Half of the remaining old growth survivors of this A ancient species reside here, including the world's tallest tree in Redwood National Park and the amazing champions along the Avenue of the Giants. Images, songs and words have tried to capture them, but those who have fallen under their spell, from presidents to poets to picture takers, declare they must be seen in person. Redwoods impress in smaller forests, but here in their ultimate glory, like DaVincis or Monets, these masterpieces stir profound emotions: tears, smiles, laughter and, o�ten, utter silence. For those who make the pilgrimage, the 2,000-year-old big trees are only the beginning of a California adventure. The legendary Lost Coast, Bigfoot Country and Victorian seaports and villages o�fer superb settings for Daniel Cheek/DanCheek.com outdoor, art and taste discoveries. Shrine Drive-Thru Tree Contents Redwood National and State Maps & Directions .............12-13 Parks ......................................2-3 Weather, Mileage, Avenue of the Giants ........... 4-5 Transport ............................12-13 Willow Creek, Humboldt Redwoods Garberville & Shelter Cove .... 14 State Park ............................. 4-5 Art & Culture .......................... 15 Lost Coast/ More Parks & Beaches .............6 Attractions & Activities......16-17 Visitor Centers ........................ 17 Humboldt Bay/ Hikshari Trail ............................7 Cra�t Beers, Cider, Wine & Events ........................ 18 Eureka .................................... 8-9 Campgrounds & RV Parks ..... 19 Ferndale & Fortuna ...............10 Dining ................................ 20-21 Trinidad, Orick, Lodging.............................. 22-23 Arcata & Blue Lake ..................11 Redwood Coast is published by The Eureka Humboldt ★ Don Forthuber Visitors Bureau 322 1st Street, Eureka CA 95501 800-346-3482 • 707-443-5097 www.redwoods.info Copyright © 2017 EHVB Cover photo: The Avenue of the Giants by Paul Lovine Redwood National Park www.redwoods.info California's Redwood Coast | 1 THE JEWEL IN THE CROWN Redwood National and State Parks ome of the world's tallest trees, this World Heritage Site and International Biosphere HReserve protects nearly half the remaining old growth redwoods, including champion-sized specimens more than 370 feet (113 meters) in height, or fi ve stories taller than the Statue of Liberty. Notables include Big Tree, the Libby Tree, and Corkscrew Tree. Walk, bike, camp or horseback ride along 200 miles of trails in the park system, which includes Jedediah Smith Redwoods, Del Norte Coast Redwoods and Prairie Creek Redwoods state parks, about 40 minutes north of Eureka. The forests, mountains, Roosevelt Elk Gary Todoro�f rivers and coast support a rich mosaic of life, including Roosevelt elk (North America's largest), whales, seals, and seasonal wild�lowers such as lupine and rhododendrons. Redwood National and State Park Patrick Orton 2 | California's Redwood Coast www.redwoods.info Ten Must-Dos 1. Newton Drury Scenic Parkway. The tall trees on this 10-mile road rival the Avenue of Giants. 2. Fern Canyon. Featured in Jurassic Park II, this one-mile gorge near the beach is draped in luxuriant, rare ferns. 3. Coastal Drive. A nine-mile narrow road traces the Pacifi c rim with panoramic ocean views. 4. Gold Blu�fs Beach. Camp or beach-comb in the company of Roosevelt elk, whales, seals and dolphins. 5. Lady Bird Johnson Grove. Cross a rustic footbridge and enter a paradise on a gentle, 1.5-mile trail. 6. Tall Trees Grove. Perhaps the most magnifi cent redwood grove. The hike's worth the challenge. 7. Elk Meadow. Picnic areas and trailheads overlook the parks’ most dependable Roosevelt elk watching. 8. Cal-Barrel Road. This pet-friendly 2-mile back road crosses some of the best redwood trails. 9. Prairie Creek Visitor Center. Displays, bookstore, old growth trailheads, elk views. North of Orick. 10. Thomas Kuchel Information Center. This beach stop south of Orick has displays, maps, books and helpful rangers. Fern Canyon Richard Stenger www.redwoods.info California's Redwood Coast | 3 Avenue of the Giants and Humboldt Redwoods State Park his famed road, easily the most scenic among the redwoods, has been called the fi nest forest Tdrive in the world. Lined by titan trees, the 31-mile stretch parallels Highway 101 and o�fers an excellent alternate drive in southern Humboldt County. Mostly �lat with gentle curves, it passes secluded towns, campgrounds, picnic areas, river overlooks and trails to natural wonders like the Founders Grove, which inspired conservationists to save the trees; and the Eel River, a federally designated Wild & Scenic waterway with idyllic swimming, fi shing and paddling spots. The Avenue winds through Humboldt Redwoods State Park, one of California's oldest and largest parks, which includes the 10,000-acre Rockefeller Forest, the largest stand of old growth redwoods; and Bull Creek Flats, one of the densest and most awesome collections of champion trees. Eel River Humboldt Redwoods State Park 4 | California's Redwood Coast www.redwoods.info Ten Must-Dos 1. Avenue of the Giants. This 6. Children's Forest. Easy loop 31-mile road is perhaps the most trail under a mile; great for kids to amazing forest drive in the world. experience the big trees. 2. Shrine Drive-Thru Tree. Of 7. Run a Race. The Avenue hosts three such redwoods, only this marathons and shorter courses one in Myers Flat has a naturally each spring and fall. cleaved tunnel. 8. Lost Coast Drive. Bull Creek 3. Founders Grove. The giant Flats/Mattole Rd leads to giant trees here sparked the creation of trees and state's wildest beaches. Save the Redwoods League. 9. Picnic or Swim. Women's 4. Albino Trees. Park has six such Federation Grove has great lunch rare redwoods, including the spots and kid friendly swimming striking Christmas Tree. holes. 5. Rockefeller Forest. This 10. Park Visitor Center. See all 10,000-acre preserve is the three redwood species and an largest contiguous stand of old RV made from a redwood trunk. growth titans. South of Weott. Avenue of the Giants Jesse Merz MirandaGardens Resort • Kitchen Units • Heated Swimming Pool • Children’s Play Area • Market across the street, Gas, Diesel, ATM • Hiking Trails Nearby Located on the Avenue of the Giants Winding through Humboldt Redwoods State Park Exit 636 on the Redwood Hwy 101 • 1 & 2 Bedroom Cottages with Fully-Equipped Kitchens 6766 Avenue of the Giants • AAA Approved • Some Motel Units Available • BBq Your California Redwood Retreat Miranda, CA 95553 • Spa • Pets Welcome • DVDs • Group Campfire Ring 800-355-3301 707-943-3011 • RV Park With Full Hookups • Playground • Free WiFi www.mirandagardens.com 707-722-4208 www.redcrestresort.com www.benbowinn.com 26459 Avenue of the Giants, Redcrest CA 95569 www.redwoods.info California's Redwood Coast | 5 The Lost Coast and Humboldt’s Best Parks and Beaches he longest undeveloped shoreline in the continental United States, this nearly 100- Tmile expanse displays virtually no signs of civilization, except for the remote outpost of Amanda Auston Shelter Cove. The reason? The imposing King Range Mountains jut 4,000 feet above the coast, ensuring that development could not encroach, and breath-taking views are everywhere. Here Sequoia Park Zoo one can backpack on the coast for three days and share the company of only seals, seabirds, crabs and whales. Rewards of Lost Coast treks include Listings are from north to south. c Pet friendly, on leash. a legendary hike-in surf break, hidden abalone Six Rivers National Forest c Arcata Community Forest c crags and tide pools, cli�f-top fi elds of wild poppy, One million plus acres of primal Forested trails for hiking, biking one of the nation's best single-track bike trails, recreation in eastern Humboldt and horseback riding. Arcata. and the abandoned but picturesque Alcatraz of mountains. Camping, fi shing, ra�ting, 707-822-8184 lighthouses, Punta Gorda. Want to experience the scenic drives. 707-442-1721 Wild West frontier? This is the wildest and most Humboldt Coastal Nature Center westerly paradise in the lower 48 states. Humboldt Lagoons State Park c Hiking trails through rare coastal Three giant lagoons just south dunes ecosystems; beach access. of Redwood National Park o�fer Between Eureka and Arcata. paddling, sailing, beachcombing, boat 707-444-1397 ramp and camping. Visitor center at Sequoia Park & Zoo Stone Lagoon. 707-498-1130 AZA-accredited zoo with otter water Patrick's Point State Park park, aviary, petting barnyard, red Tent and RV camping, trails, picnics, pandas and 67-acre redwood forest. coastal views, agate beach, tide Eureka. 707-441-4263 pools, recreated Indian village, 6 Fort Humboldt State Historic Park miles north of Trinidad. 707-677-3570 Native American, pioneer and Trinidad State Beach logging displays. Future president Sandy beach, tide pools, sea stacks, Ulysses S. Grant was stationed forest trails and hiking on Trinidad here as an army o�fi cer. Eureka. Head. Picnic areas. 707-677-3570 707-443-5097 Lost Coast Lighthouse Chris Lobo/HSU 6 | California's Redwood Coast www.redwoods.info Humboldt Bay Arcata Marsh and Eureka Waterfront Wildlife Sanctuary c Old Town Boardwalk and From downtown Arcata, south a Woodley Island, downtown few blocks on G St. 707-826-2359 Eureka and west on Hwy 255 Prime spot for birding, easy Bridge.Stroll, paddle, boat or hikes and great bay views from gorge on seafood while enjoying a 300-acre preserve. the state's second largest bay. Hikshari Trail c Humboldt Bay National Truesdale Ave. just south Wildlife Refuge of Bayshore Mall o�f Hwy 101. Hwy 101 near Loleta, exit at Eureka's newest trail o�fers Hookton Rd. 707-733-5406 scenic recreation along Amazing birding on Hookton Humboldt Bay and the Elk Slough and Shorebird Loop Trails.
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