Places of Interest in Humboldt County, CA
The West Coast boasts some of the most beautiful outdoor sights and settings imaginable. The possibilities are endless when you can camp in fantastic locations and visit other places of interest in Humboldt County, CA. Enjoy the 31-mile portion of old Highway 101 that parallels Freeway 101, which includes the largest remaining stand of redwoods in the world at Humboldt Redwoods State Park. You’ll be delighted to find more tourist attractions along your scenic drive with the help of the J. Angus Publishing Group travel guide.
Relax in Nature
There are many campgrounds available that you can relax and unwind at after your long day of exploration. Whether you’ve traveled to Dean Creek Resort on Eel River or had a stroll through the Avenue of Giants, you’ll find all the natural soothing beauty to decompress with us.
Tasting and Touring
Enjoy wine tasting at Briceland Vineyards Winery, just 5.5 miles from Redway. This award-winning winery has been producing Humboldt wine since 1985; visit them in the summer for wine tasting events from 2pm – 6pm on weekends and by appointment all year. If your adventure includes the Mendocino Coast, check out Pacific Star Winery, 12 miles north of Fort Bragg. They offer wine tasting, whale watching and seaside picnics with spectacular scenery.
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
Blue Copper Jewelry
GARBERVILLE
434 Church Street, GARBERVILLE
(707) 223–0217 | bluecopperjewelry.com
Beautiful handmade necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and more—made from a variety of gemstones and metals. Unique watches plus a fun selection of gifts, chocolates, perfumes and more. A shop you won’t forget!
Briceland Vineyards Winery — Tasting
BRICELAND
5959 Briceland–Thorn Rd, 5.5 miles west of REDWAY
Most Awarded Maker of Humboldt Wine Since 1985
Tasting by appointment all year. Call or email us at (707) 923–2429 andrew@bricelandvineyards.com | bricelandvineyards.com
Julia Morgan Redwood Grove
GARBERVILLE
255 Benbow Dam Road
(707) 272–8668
Weddings, Events and Historic Tours. juliamorganredwoodgrove.com
Garden Of Beadin’
GARBERVILLE
788 Redwood Drive
(707) 923-9120
Unique and creative gifts, local artists, T–shirts, redwood crafts and more.
PLUS a huge and eclectic collection of beads, gemstones and beading supplies. www.gardenofbeadin.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!
The Majestic Grandfather Tree
PIERCY
779 North Hwy 101, Piercy
thegrandfathertree@gmail.com
(707) 734–3370
World famous redwood standing 265 ft tall with a 24 ft diameter. Renovated gift shop with unique redwood products, apparel and locally made souvenirs. Great stop to stretch your legs, snap some pictures with the remarkable showpiece carvings, and relax in our picnic areas. Wander into extraordinary! grandfathertree.com
Trees of Mystery™
CRESCENT CITY
16 miles south of Crescent City on Hwy 101
(800) 638–3389
Experience the Spectacular Redwoods on the new Redwood Canopy Trail™. You’ll walk the aerial netted suspension bridges through these majestic old–growth redwoods at mid canopy level with viewing platforms from 50–100 feet high in the trees. Enjoy a bird’s–eye view of the redwoods as SkyTrail™ gondola glides you through the forest canopy. Walk among the giants and explore the Trails. Here you will be overwhelmed by unusual trees adapting in fantastic ways to be among the oldest living things on the planet. treesofmystery.net
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
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
North Coast Real Estate Guide
(707) 954-5540
Homes & Land for sale in 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
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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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