The Avenue of the Giants is a 31-mile scenic route on Highway 101 that takes you through Humboldt Redwoods State Park. You’ll be astounded by these ancient redwood trees as you make your way through this amazing and scenic slice of Northern California.

Trees in the Avenue of Giants are so large you can drive through them, like this aptly named Drive-Thru-Tree.
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There are also plenty of trees you can drive alongside that are equally impressive for their size and beauty.
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The drive thru tree is an incredible opportunity for a photo!
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Its size and grandeur are incredible. Not all modern cars will fit through it though.
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The loggers who cut the path through this tree carefully avoided damaging it to the point where it can still live, but no more trees are allowed to be cut in this way.
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As you wind your way through the trees, be sure to get out and see some up close and personal.
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You'll be amazed at their size and they'll look even bigger outside the vehicle.
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The lush green forest of the Redwoods is like nothing else.
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Ferns and lower trees grow in the misty shade of the Redwoods.
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Look at the incredible bark of the Redwood tree. It's a work of art.
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Everything about this forest is incredible, from the pine needles to the moss logs.
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