This wild and spectacular scenic drive is the closest you can come to the Lost Coast without a backpack. Drive from Victorian Ferndale, through high …
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Oct 31, 2024
A unique drive, very isolated but beautiful, with hills running down to the rugged coast. The drive is not dangerous but requires attention with sharp curves and steep grades and unpredictable pothol… Full review by Robert P
Jul 3, 2024
The views from the road are beautiful including both the hills and valleys. You can most likely have the black sand beach to yourself as there is little traffic on this road. We found the best part … Full review by kmbcropper
Jun 2, 2024
Yes, the potholes are overachievers, but what an isolated, lovely beach at the end of that pothole rainbow. If I went again I would do two things: Start in the afternoon. It was foggy almost all t… Full review by Ellen C
I'm planning a family trip for July and wondering if it's realistic to start the day in Ferndale and leisurely with scenic stops and lunch have time to complete the Avenue of the Giants and end of the day in San Francisco. If it's too much to get to SF that evening is there a place you recommend stopping on our way to SF so we can complete travel in the morning. I would appreciate any thoughts. Also, I saw a "trees of mystery" gondola ride over the redwoods and wonder if you know anything about it. Thanks in advance for any assistance.
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There’s lots of small towns and places in between sf and the trees. I would recommend to give yourself time to see the trees. We spent 3 days with the trees and the paths. Sadly it …
There’s lots of small towns and places in between sf and the trees. I would recommend to give yourself time to see the trees. We spent 3 days with the trees and the paths. Sadly it wasn’t enough. There’s some great cabins in Humbolt. Have a great trip.
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