Top Things to do in Humboldt County
Top Hotels in Humboldt County
- 1. Benbow Historic Inn
- 2. Best Western Arcata Inn
- 3. Carter House Inns
- 4. Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata, CA
- 5. Best Western Country Inn
- 6. Benbow Historic Inn
- 7. Best Western Plus Bayshore Inn
- 8. Trinidad Bay Bed and Breakfast Hotel
- 9. Town House Motel - Historic Old Town
- 10. The Shelter Cove Oceanfront Inn
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6 Scenic Drives in Humboldt County That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Humboldt County, United States including Humboldt Redwoods State Park, Avenue of the Giants, Redwood Highway, Newton B Drury Parkway, Lost Coast Scenic Drive, Shrine Drive-Through Tree.
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1. Humboldt Redwoods State Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 507 reviews
Home of the 31 mile Avenue of the Giants (Redwoods).
Reviewed By Waz-pap
Very special place to really appreciate the Redwoods and hike in old growth forests - a must for everyones bucket list
2. Avenue of the Giants
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 943 reviews
Reviewed By radar60 - Lompoc, United States
Avenue of the giants is a stunning 32 mile scenic drive through magnificent redwoods and meandering eel river vistas. Plenty of groves where you can stop and go for a hike to admire Mother Nature’s incredible beauty. We stopped by the drive through tree but our vehicle ( VW Atlas ) was too wide. Still a drive worthwhile taking.
3. Redwood Highway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 820 reviews
Reviewed By SailorSuzan - Seattle, United States
I recommend visiting a 'visitor's center' for the Redwood National Park to get an overview of the collection of land parcels that make up the Redwood National and State Parks so that you can appreciate what's left of the giant redwoods. Even along US Highway 101, there are easy on/off to enjoy glimpse of some great groves. Remember there is only 4% of the original forest left - hence the collection of small parcels, but still incredible.
4. Newton B Drury Parkway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By GreenCoast71
Ok, so perhaps not quite as amazing as the Avenue of the Giants, but you'll be driving thru this area anyway to get to the Avenue so why not stop?!? I admit, we almost didn't and I'm so grateful that we had! We had our two small children with us, aged 8 and 5, neither of which are much "hikers". There were still several trailheads to pull over and take leisurely strolls thru some magnificent, ancient trees. When (not "if"!) we return I will plan on spending more time exploring more of the turn outs. I can see one easily spending a full day here, if not more. Highest recommendation for those that are driving through this stretch of the Northern California coast and have the time for a very worthwhile detour!
5. Lost Coast Scenic Drive
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 158 reviews
Reviewed By daverY6897DU
The stretch of road that tumbles down out of the hills between Petrolia and Ferndale is breathtaking. The coast is rugged and raw and beautiful. We had a picture-perfect day to explore after a heavy rain the night before, so encountered only a handful of others out there. Fantastic!
6. Shrine Drive-Through Tree
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By DoloresJacoby - West Palm Beach, United States
Our forest ranger in Orick suggested we drive through Shrine redwood on the Avenue of the Giants. My travel company didn’t want to pay the $10 fee so I paid it to see the tree. I walked through and it was wonderful. Then photographed the car. which has about 7’6” clearance, so tuck your mirrors in. For me the sight, looking up into the cavernous hollowed our tree was a lifetime experience. It’s a little family owned and operated business since 1958. After, you may experience a drive in log, see cathedral trees and see 3200 rings of history of a cross section. There’s also a gift shop with redwood productions and local crafts. Go ahead, support the family, I think it’s worth it.
