Shelter Cove
Shelter Cove is a little town in Humboldt County. Its black sand beach may remind you of Hawaii’s Big Island. Reaching this place via car means taking the rugged Lost Coast Scenic Drive which finishes amidst the towering redwoods of the Humboldt Redwoods State Park. keep your eyes peeled as you explore the town, stroll the beach and dine at The Fish Tank which comes complete with great ocean views.
Humboldt Redwoods State Park
Situated by the Eel River, the popular Humboldt Redwoods State Park is the state’s third-largest park. It includes the Rockefeller Forest. It is the largest remaining contiguous old-growth coastal redwood forest on the planet.
Drive the 32-mile long Avenue of the Giants and see these ancient trees. There are 250 campsites and 100 miles of biking, hiking, and riding trails for the more athletic. You can visit all year round too.
