In a couple of weeks, I'm driving up to Seattle to spend some time with my mom, and to go see the Howard Shore LOTR symphony up there. Brett will be joining us the Thursday after I get there, and he and I will drive home that Sunday.
I decided quite awhile ago that I wanted to take the scenic route up the coast--so take Highway 1/101 all the way up. I've never done that before, the days are long right now, and it seems like it'd be a very leisurely drive, so why not?
Up until a few days ago, I didn't have anything on my list that I really wanted to see, except for a vague idea of 'going to see the redwoods in Humboldt County.' In doing some quick research on it today, I came across the following:
Follow the Avenue of the Giants
The 33-mile Avenue challenges the senses, not your driving. The route is flat with mostly gentle curves that hug the banks of the Eel River as it winds through massive redwood trees. The Avenue is a breathtaking scenic alternative as you enter or leave Humboldt County, or makes an easy morning or afternoon drive. From the South, enter the Avenue at Phillipsville (just north of Garberville); from the North your access is at Pepperwood (the Avenue is well marked from Highway 101). Along the route, take plenty of stops to stretch your legs and explore the towering forest. There's a state park Visitors Center near Weott that's worth a look, and don't miss Founders Grove and the nearby Dyerville Giant.
Sweeeeeet.
I mean, imagine what it would be like, seeing this stuff up close? Being able to get out of the car and wander among those trees?
Yep, sign me up.
So excited!
Posted by Liz at June 21, 2004 04:32 PM