Places of Interest in Humboldt County, CA
Our top tourist destinations are along the Avenue of Giants—a 31-mile portion of old Highway 101 paralleling Freeway 101, where you’ll find acre upon acre of redwood groves.
When you traverse this world-famous scenic drive, you are sure to find a wide variety of tourist attractions. We consider it our duty to provide you with all of the information you need to make any of these exciting places of interest in Humboldt County, CA, your next destination for outdoor fun.
Here you’ll find a motel, cabins, RV parks, and campground, all of which can surely make your next stay something special.
They offer summer wine tasting events from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. They also organize wine tasting events any time of the year, by appointment, so you are sure to enjoy yourself while you take in some of the area’s beautiful scenery and its nectar’s.
Chapman’s Gem & Mineral Shop & Museum
FORTUNA
on Hwy 101, 4 miles south of Fortuna
(707) 725–2714
7500 square foot showroom of the most impressive and beautiful stones from around the world. Crystals, fossils, minerals, carvings, jewelry, stones, shells, beads, books and so much more! Open 7 days 10AM – 5PM
One Log House & Espresso & Gifts
RICHARDSON GROVE STATE PARK
Hwy 101, near Richardson Grove State Park
(707) 247–2717
See a unique house inside a 2100 year old redwood log! Plus espresso, deli sandwiches, ice cream, redwood gift shop, A/C, picnic area, restrooms. oneloghouse.com
Briceland Vineyards Winery — Tasting & Tours
BRICELAND
5959 Briceland Thorn Road, 5.5 miles west from REDWAY
(707) 923–2429
Most Awarded Maker of Humboldt Wine Since 1985.
Summer Tasting: 1–5pm Sat. & Sun. By apt. all year. See us on Trip Adviser bricelandvineyards.com
Lost Coast Adventure Tours
SHELTER COVE
210 Wave Drive
(707) 986–9895
Hidden Gems and Back Roads of this Northern California Treasure.
Shuttle Service to and from the Lost Coast trails. Also specializing in guided day and overnight hikes. lostcoastadventures.com
Shrine Drive-Thru Tree Auto Park & Gift Shop
MYERS FLAT
13078 Avenue of the Giants
(707) 943–1975
Drive through a natural opening of a living tree! Drive your car on a log! Count the rings of history! The kids will like our 2-story tree houses and walk-through stump. Visit our gift shop with quality local crafted redwood products. Family owned and operated since 1958. Don’t miss it!
Korbly Wood Products
MIRANDA
On the Avenue of the Giants
(707) 943–3615
Offering a large selection of slabs, bases, carvings, turnings, boxes, chests, furniture, tables, clocks and gifts, custom work. In business for 42+ years. We can ship anywhere on earth. Located in downtown Miranda. Stop by and check us out! korblywoodproducts.com
The Majestic Grandfather Tree
PIERCY
779 North Hwy 101 Piercy
(707) 943–3053
World famous redwood standing 265 ft tall with a 24 ft diameter. Renovated gift shop with unique redwood products, apparel and locally made souvenirs. Also featuring a cafe with relaxing picnic areas. Wander into extraordinary! grandfathertree.com Email: thegrandfathertree@gmail.com
America’s Cannabis Heartland
Appellations, dispensaries & nurseries visit: americascannabisheartland.com
The Chandelier Drive-thru Tree
LEGGETT
(17 miles south of the One Log House)
(707) 925–6464
200 acre park, gift shop, picnic area, rest rooms. drivethrutree.com
The Stonery – All Natural Gemstones & Jewelry
GARBERVILLE
923 Redwood Drive (next to Ray’s)
(707) 923–3334
Gold mining equipment, children’s mining kits, watches and more. thestonery707.com
Scotia Chamber of Commerce & Visitor’s Center
RIO DELL
406 Wildwood Avenue
(707) 506-5081
Visitor’s Center, redwood gifts, art gallery and WiFi. Mon – Sat: 9am – 5pm
riodellscotiachamber.org
Avenue Of The Giants Marathon & 10K Run
For more info visit www.theave.org
Farmers Markets (May – October)
Garberville Fri. 11:00am – 3:00pm
Briceland Thurs. 11:00am – 3:00pm
Miranda Tue. 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Ferndale Sat. 10:30am – 2:00pm
Shelter Cove Tue. 11:00am – 3:00pm
Sanctuary Forest
Free public hikes. Explore the Sinkyone Wilderness State Park, Mattole Watershed, and King Range National Conservation Area. For more info and to sign up, visit
www.sanctuaryforest.org
Bureau Of Land Management & Lost Coast Interpretive Association
Come join our FREE public hikes for all ages. To sign up or for more information, call (707) 986-5415 or email ca338@blm.gov For more info visit our website blm.gov/ca/arcata/kingrange
Victorian Village Of Ferndale
Forbes named Ferndale one of AMERICA’S PRETTIEST TOWNS! “From its well-preserved Victorian-era main street, to its five-minute drive from California’s magnificent, undeveloped Lost Coast, Ferndale is a surprising trip back in time, with just enough modern quirkiness to make it unique.” Visit the Victorian Village, Ferndale www.visitferndale.com
Kim Sallaway Photography
Stock, commercial photographer with over 25 years behind the camera. @kimsallawayphotography
The Real Estate Guide
Serving Humboldt, Mendocino, Trinity, and Del Norte Counties. www.therealestateguide.info
KMUD Redwood Community Radio
(707) 923-3911
While cruising the Avenue tune into “KMUD” Redwood Community Radio
So. Humboldt 91.1fm
Shelter Cove 99.5fm
No. Humboldt 88.1fm
No. Mendocino 90.3fm
www.kmud.org
TOURIST INFO - SOUTH END OF THE AVENUE
Southern Humboldt Chamber of Commerce & Visitor’s Center
782 Redwood Drive GARBERVILLE (800) 923-2613
We have information about local attractions, businesses, services, and more. For a complete listing of hotels, restaurants, shops, as well as ideas about what to do in Southern Humboldt please visit: chamber@garberville.org garberville.org
TOURIST INFO - NORTH END OF THE AVENUE
Scotia Chamber of Commerce & Visitor’s Center
406 Wildwood Avenue RIO DELL (707) 506-5081
Visitor’s Center, redwood gifts, art gallery and WiFi. Mon - Sat: 9am - 5pm
riodellscotiachamber.org
= Located On The Avenue
A magnificent 31-mile scenic drive just 5 hours north of San Francisco and 2 hours south of the Oregon border.
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We’re very excited to share with you that, Avenue of the Giants has been included in the book, “1,000 Places To See Before You Die.”
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