Drive-Through Trees
One of the most iconic and enduring trademarks of American roadside kitsch is the drive-through tree—only possible with the massive girth of California Redwoods. Of two well-known tree tunnels in Central California, the one in Tuolumne Grove is through a dead tree, and the Wawona Tree in Yosemite fell over in 1969.
What Happened To The Famous Drive-Through Redwood Tree?
Nov 27, 2023 · If you’ve ever driven along the Redwood Highway in Northern California, you may have stopped to see the famous Chandelier Tree. This massive coast redwood had a tunnel carved through its base wide enough to drive a car through, making it an …
3 Incredible Drive Through Redwood Trees in California!
Jul 23, 2021 · Only three drive-through Redwood Trees remain today: the Shrine Tree, Chandelier Tree and the Tour Through Klamath Tree, all of which are privately owned attractions on the Redwood Coast. These drive-through trees are hugely popular and an awesome photo stop while passing through Northern California!
Redwood Highway: Northern California's Most Scenic Drive - TripSavvy
Jun 26, 2019 · The trees that grow along the Redwood Highway are Coastal redwoods (sequoia sempervirens). They're the tallest living things on our planet, reaching 300 to 350 feet high and 16 to 18 feet across, which actually makes them look skinny.
The Drive-Through Trees of California - Amusing Planet
Jun 7, 2016 · The most famous drive-through tree today is the Chandelier Drive-Thru Tree located in a privately-owned grove in Leggett, approximately 180 miles north of the San Francisco Bay Area. This 276-foot-tall coast redwood tree sports a 6-foot wide by 6-foot-9-inch high hole at its base that was carved in 1937.
Redwood Highway | Explore California - myscenicdrives.com
This 33-mile stretch of road runs parallel to the US-101 and through dense forests of Coastal Redwoods. The road twists and turns around these giants with plenty of places to stop and explore. At the beginning of the road, there is a stop describing the 9 recommended highlights.
Drive Through a Redwood
EUREKA, Calif. -- Not one but three giant redwoods offer motorists the opportunity to steer their wheels through a living tree. All are right off US Highway 101, known as the Redwood Highway, within an hour or so drive of the historic seaport of Eureka.
Avenue of the Giants: The Redwoods Road Trip You Need to Take
Jan 29, 2021 · The towering redwood trees encompassing the highway will take your breath away as you traverse the winding route running through Humboldt Redwoods State Park. So, prepare to be enchanted as you check this scenic one-day drive off your bucket list.
Redwood Highway: A Journey Through California’s Natural Wonder
Jun 10, 2023 · The Redwood Highway, also known as U.S. Route 101, meanders through the verdant landscapes of Northern California, spanning approximately 350 miles from Leggett in Mendocino County to the Oregon border. Enveloped by ancient redwood forests, this iconic roadway is a testament to timelessness, providing a glimpse into a world that has remained ...
California Redwoods Road Trip Itinerary: Where to Find the Trees
Redwood trees appear in groves along the coast, forcing you to hop in the car and drive around to different areas to see them. This post will supply you with the ultimate California Redwoods road trip itinerary, including all the stops to see those iconic trees.