The moment you step into the park, that cool and earthy scent of the redwoods as well as their awe-inspiring height immediately surround you. It triggers an endorphin release, and just like that, the city is gone. Nestled in the Santa Cruz mountains, Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park preserves a 40-acre grove of old-growth coast…
Nestled in Humboldt County, California, Ferndale flourished in the late 19th century thanks to its booming dairy industry. Wealthy dairy farmers built elaborate homes adorned with intricate “gingerbread” woodwork, later nicknamed “butterfat palaces” as a tribute to the rich cream that fueled the town’s prosperity. While its dairy golden age is long gone, the town’s…
Entering the Avenue of the Giants feels like stepping into another world. Towering coast redwoods, with some soaring over 300 feet and living more than 2,000 years, form a densely green yet dreamlike canopy. It is an iconic 31-mile scenic byway that winds through Humboldt Redwoods State Park, home to over 17,000 acres of the…
Walking along elevated platforms high above the ground, visitors traverse from one ancient redwood to another on suspended walkways. A visit to the Redwood Sky Walk is a one-of-a-kind experience. From these unique vantage points, you will take in a bird’s-eye view of the towering giants and their lush canopy, while still feeling small in…