Attractions
Avenue of the Giants
Avenue of the Giants - A Destination Vacation : This world-famous scenic drive is a 31-mile portion of old Highway 101, which parallels Freeway 101 with its 51,222 acres of redwood groves. It is by far the most outstanding display of these giant trees in the entire 500 mile redwood belt and is accessible to all with convenient services provided along the way. The Avenue of the Giants is surrounded by Humboldt Redwoods State Park which has the largest remaining stand of virgin redwoods in the world. Take time to picnic, camp, hike, swim, fish, raft or bike ride in the cool hush of these ancient redwood forests.
Don't miss visiting ROCKEFELLER FOREST , where 10,000 acres of indescribable beauty will surely awe any visitor. There are many trails in this forest, as well as, the 8th, 6th, 4th, and 2nd tallest trees, and the “Champion Coast Redwood” at 370 feet tall!
SCOTIA is one of the last “company-owned” towns in California. There is a Historic Logging Museum (open in the summer months) with photos, artifacts and machinery used in old logging camps.
SHELTER COVE The community of Shelter Cove offers an airport, golf course, superb lodging and fine dining, surrounded by beaches, mountains and outstanding coastal views. Shelter Cove boasts excellent ocean fishing, beachcombing and mountain trail hiking, all at your doorstep. While on the North Coast, a visit to Shelter Cove is definitely in order.
GARBERVILLE - The main hub of activities and commerce in the Southern Humboldt county area. You'll find a nice variety of eating establishments and a nice selection of lodging. Check out the many unique shops in town. Garberville is just ten minutes from the Avenue of the Giants and about 45 minutes from Shelter Cove.
DYERVILLE GIANT - Within Humboldt Redwoods State Park, along the Founders Grove nature trail, are two special examples of the many giant redwoods found near the South Fork of the Eel River. The Founders Tree was dedicated to those who led the drive to establish the “Save-the-Redwoods League”. The Dyerville Giant was recognized as the “Champion” Coast Redwood as certified by the American Forestry Association until it fell on March 24, 1991. Before it fell, it was at least 362 feet tall (estimates from two different sources measured it at 370 feet after it fell). That is 200 feet taller than Niagara Falls or comparable to a 30-story building. It is also 17 feet in diameter and 52 feet in circumference. It probably weighs over 1,000,000 pounds.
| HUMBOLDT REDWOODS STATE PARK & INTERPRETIVE CENTER |
| California's largest redwood state park. Come explore our many miles of trails and scenic highway. The world's tallest trees await you along the Avenue of the Giants. www.humboldtredwoods.org |
| GARBERVILLE/REDWAY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE |
| 784A Redwood Drive Center, Garberville (800) 923-2613 chamber@garberville.org The CENTRAL INFORMATION STOP for the Avenue of the Giants, Redwood attractions and the spectacular Lost Coast, Shelter Cove, the King Range National Conservation Area and Sinkyone Wilderness. Call for a FREE brochure. www.garberville.org |
| FRIENDS OF THE EEL RIVER INFORMATION CENTER & GIFT SHOP |
| Friends of the Eel River Information Center & Gift Shop 915 Redwood Drive, Ste E, Garberville (707) 923-2146 Located at the south end of Garberville next to Ray's Food Place. Learn about our national wild and scenic Eel river—California's third largest river and Salmon producer. Join us in our efforts to save the Salmon from extinction, by the removeal of two antiquated damns and river restoration. Find where to get on the river and pick up our informative news magazine. www.eelriver.org |
| SPIRIT ART GLASS |
| 1 mile south of Miranda (707) 943-3053 Your source for fine handblown glass collected worldwide. Studio features frequent demonstrations. Gallery presents finished glasswork and other fine handcrafted artwork. We invite you to come and see our beautiful glasswork. www.spiritglass.com |
| PERSIMMONS GARDEN GALLERY & WINE TASTING |
| 1055 Redway Drive, Redway (707) 923-2748 1055 Redway Drive, REDWAY (707) 923-2748 Central wine tasting location for three local wineries—Briceland Vineyards, Whitethorn Winery, and Elk Prairie Vineyard. Small café with organic petite plates. Enjoy a bottle of wine in our nursery and sculpture garden. Local and artisan cheeses, olive oils, children's books, olive trees, art and more! Wed & Thurs noon-8PM; Fri & Sat noon-10PM. Live Music every Friday & Saturday! www.persimmonsgardengallery.com |
| THE BLACKSMITH SHOP |
| (707)786-4216 455 Main Street, FERNDALE The largest collection of contemporary blacksmithing in the USA. We also offer a large selection of quality handcrafted goods. Open 7 days, 9AM - 6PM www.ferndaleblacksmith.com |
| KORBLY WOOD PRODUCTS |
| Miranda (707) 943-3615 Offering a large selection of slabs, bases, carvings, turnings, boxes,chests, furniture, tables, clocks and gifts, custom work. In business for 38 years. We can ship anywhere on earth. Located in downtown Miranda. Stop by and check us out! www.korblywoodproducts.com |
| ONE LOG HOUSE & ESPRESSO & GIFTS |
| Hwy 101, near RICHARDSON GROVE STATE PARK (707) 247-3717 Visit a piece of history, unique house inside a 2100 year-old giant redwood log. Espresso bar and deli, Redwood gift shop, burl tables, clocks, A/C, picnic area. Handicap access restooms. www.oneloghouse.com |
| STONE'S REDWOOD GALLERY |
| Miranda (707) 943-3047 or (800) 858-8866 Unique turnings, bowls, tables, boxes, clocks. Hand-made on location from many varieties of Burlwood. Beautiful brass and copper sculptured waterfalls for the home. We don't compete with cheap, we make quality affordable. |
| SHRINE DRIVE-THRU TREE & REDWOOD GIFT SHOP |
| (707) 943-1975 Myers Flat 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 treehouses and walkthrough stump. Visit our gift shop with quality local crafted products and we have ice cream too! |
| CHAPMAN'S GEM & MINERAL SHOP & MUSEUM |
| 4 miles south of FORTUNA on Hwy 101 (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 |
| 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. www.drivethrutree.com |
Fortuna Depot Museum
4 Park St
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-7645
Refurbished 1893 depot building the Fortuna Depot Museum in Rohner Park contains displays of local history, railroad and fishing. A Must-See While Visiting Fortuna!
| Contact Us Museum: (707) 725-7645 Curator: Alex Service Parks and Recreation Office (707) 725-7620. |
Check out our special rooms:
- The Rohner Room - Learn the history of the Rohner family and Rohner Park (Donated by Frank Rohner)
- Reference Room - Research the history of Fortuna and surrounding areas
Schedule
The winter schedule is September to May, Thursday - Sunday.
The summer schedule is June to August, Monday - Sunday.
Depot Museum hours are 12:00 noon – 4:30 PM PST.
Al Gray Memorial Electric Lighted Parade
Bundle up and watch the big rigs, floats, and other vehicles decked out in festive lights. The parade leaves Redwood Village Shopping Center at 6:30 pm PST and travels through town to downtown Fortuna. Entries are displayed from 9th to 12th St.
Date: December, 12 2008
Apple Harvest Festival Enjoy the fruits of the fall harvest all over town at our different venues:
- Free apple and cider tasting
- The downtown street fair
- Kids fun at Redwood Village
- Variety sale and live music in Rohner Park
Dates: First Saturday in October
Art and Wine in the Park
Art and Wine in the Park is a perfect start to summer in the heart of Fortuna at Rohner Park . The event features hundreds of wines to taste from local and regional vintners and a fine arts area and crafts market to browse and shop.
Date: Second Sunday in June
Daffodil Festival Springtime in Humboldt County means daffodils. The Fortuna Garden Club's 33rd Annual Daffodil Show features more than 600 stems of the sunny flowers on display. This is one of three major daffodil shows in the state, drawing amateur growers and propagators from California and Oregon.
Date: Fourth Weekend in March
Fortuna Rodeo
More than 85 years in the running, the Fortuna Rodeo itself culminates a week of fun and games for the family. Beginning on Friday with family night and continuing with Saturday's parade, fun and action inside the arena and out is capped with a Cowboy Mixer and Dance. Sunday brings more broncos, bulls, barbecues, and barrels.
View the 2008 Rodeo Chili Cookoff results and pictures !
Dates: Third Full Weekend in July
Hops in Humboldt
Beer! More than 25 microbreweries converge in Rohner Park for beer tasting at the Hops in Humboldt event. The charity event also features an eclectic music line-up, a crafts area, beer games, and a people's choice award.
Date: Fourth Saturday in August
Redwood AutoXpo
Antique cars and hot rods, antique tractors, and farm equipment are all highlights of the Redwood AutoXpo . Don't miss the cruise in Fortuna Friday night, followed by a sock-hop. Stay all weekend and catch the burnout contest Sunday afternoon.
Dates: Fourth Full Weekend in July
Explore the Redwoods Big Deal
You've seen one redwood, you've seen 'em all, right?
How many times, really, can you wander through a patch of redwoods and be silenced by the sheer beauty of these 2,500-year-old things? How many times does staring at a tree that was around when the Romans ruled the world make your life seem irrelevant? How many times can you be flat-out amazed by the sheer tenacity of redwoods to survive for 25 centuries?
Every time, actually, if you have any soul at all, because redwoods in California are, in fact, a big deal.
Seen one redwood, seen 'em all, right?
Get a life. Hug a tree. Get a crick in your neck. Be humbled.
(courtesy Zeke Wigglesworth, Mercury News)
Redwood Info
Get more information on redwoods and their biology at the National Park Service .
Take the scenic route on the 101 south and drive through the Avenue of the Giants !
Nearby Redwood Parks
- Big Tree Area and Bull Creek Flats
- Founder's Grove Nature Trail
- Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park
- Humboldt Redwoods State Park
- Women's Federation Grove
