Attractions

Avenue of the Giants - Scenic Route 254

Two-lane, 31-mile scenic highway parallels U.S. 101 from Phillipsville in the south to Jordan Creek in the north--watch for turn-off signs. Enjoy a close look at the towering coastal redwoods.

Richardson Grove State Park

1,000 acre day-use park with picnic areas, swimming, fishing, nature trails, a visitor center, summer campfire programs, food concession, and camping.
 

Bigfoot HEARD in Humboldt Redwoods State Park!

Listen to the RECORDING here!

Rockefeller Forest

13,000 acres extending five miles west of Hwy. 101, joins Founder's Grove and Bull Creek Flat in Humboldt Redwoods State Park. In Founder's Grove, you'll find the path to the Dyerville Giant redwood, formerly the world's tallest tree. The March 1991 storms knocked down the tree.

Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park

East of Hwy. 101 on Highway 36, 393 densely forested acres. Swim and fish in the Van Duzen River. Camping. Wheelchair accessible.

Van Duzen County Park

Twelve miles east of Highway 101 on the Van Duzen River; old-growth redwoods, two drive-in campgrounds, picnic sites and group camping. Swimmers Delight offers year-round facilities.

The Lost Coast Loop 

This spectacular 100 mile driving tour roundtrip begins at the southwest end of Ferndale at the north end of Mattole Road. The narrow two-lane road winds up through forests and farmland to an elevation of 2,000 feet then winds down to sea level where it meets the ocean at Cape Mendocino. You'll enjoy coast and beautiful bluffs for a number of miles, then wind your way back inland towards giant redwood groves at Rockefeller Forest in the Humboldt Redwoods State Park.

Fern Cottage

Built in 1866, Fern Cottage is a picturesque farm house named in the National Register of Historic Places. Tours available for 12 or more.

2121 Centerville Road P.O. Box 36, Ferndale 707 786-4835

Grandfather Tree

The Grandfather tree is world famous for its picturesque qualities. It stretches 245 feet tall with one of the largest tree trunks, 55 feet in circumference, on the Redwood Highway. Browse seven days a week in the redwood factory and gift shop. Watch chainsaw carving or enjoy picnicking under the redwoods in the garden area surrounding the tree.

Victorian Village of Ferndale

Nestled between the two redwood forests in a thriving dairy community, you may discover Northern California's best-kept secret, The Victorian Village of Ferndale.

Immortal Tree

Family owned and operated visitor attraction features a 950-year old ancient redwood that has survived fire and flood. Free picnic area and restrooms.

Drive Thru Tree

Famous Drive-thru tree and Drive-on log visitor attractions. Cafe serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Redwood gift shop. Open all year.

Chimney Tree

See the unique living Chimney Tree. Walk thru Hobbitown U.S.A. and enjoy the coffee shop. (Open year round)

The Avenue of the Giants passes over Highway 101 beneath the Milky Way at the California Federation of Women’s Clubs Grove, Humboldt County, California. Photo by David Wilson