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Motor Home Destinations California Redwood Forests

Imagine standing, looking at a giant tree that rises above you in heaven. Even blueberries are several feet above his head. Standing among these giants really puts life in perspective, and the silence of the forest floor is so quiet that his footsteps sound like thunder.

Welcome to the California Redwoods, part of a unique ecosystem that includes these trees, and some of the most beautiful of the coast of California. In the Redwood forest, you can go biking, rafting, fishing, swimming or picnicking, but walking among the trees is sufficiently giant of a fan for most people.

If you're in the mood to enjoy the scenery, you can see the places without leaving your car or mobile home in one of the scenic drives park. The most famous of these is the Avenue of the Giants. If the name given to understand, is pretty spectacular.

Avenue of the Giants is 31 miles from the highway 101 about 5 hours north of San Francisco. Without leaving your mobile home, you will see some of the largest trees in the forest. The avenue is also close to the forest Humboldt National, where the oldest of the Virgin standing old-growth redwood stands.

On the other hand, if you want to get out and walk among the giants, There are trailheads along the road. Every time you see a sign for a track, go out and take it. Wherever you ride, will be spectacular and well worth the walk. There is also a lots of great places to stop and picnic.

The Avenue of the Giants is dotted with picturesque small towns where you can stop on the way to eat pick up souvenirs or get more information about these huge trees.

You've probably seen photos of the Shrine Drive-Thru Tree. Found in Myers Flat, and there is a deviation from the avenues for it. Here you can drive through one of these massive trees!

But the redwoods are more than trees. They are part of a whole ecosystem, including meadows, rivers and coast as well. There are places like the Klamath River Mirador, where you can look down on where the Klamath River meets the Pacific Ocean. You may also catch sight of leaping salmon, sea lions sunning, flying seabirds, seals and to gray whales.

In this pristine environment is a large variety of protected wildlife, including Roosevelt elk, gray whales, black bears and sea anemones. There also lots of interesting little creatures, such as massive banana slugs, so named for its bright color and fruit size.

The Redwoods California is a great destination for travelers from campers, and there are some campgrounds where you can stay.
Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park is open May 1 September 30, and is located right in the middle of the forest. There are 145 sites that allow both tents and RVs, but there are restrictions on the duration of households motor can be. Contact them for more information and reservations.

The campsite at Jebediah Smith Redwoods State Park is open all year and more 100 sites to accommodate recreational vehicles. No connections, though, and also have a limited space. Call ahead for more information.

Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park has 2 campsites that are a little smaller than the others. One has 75 sites and the youngest is 25 and not allow trailers. Prairie Creek is ideal for those who really want to get away and prefer to stay a little bit tougher.

Everyone should see the redwoods at least once. You will not to believe it!

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The California Redwood forests are a spectacular vacation site with a lot of things to see and do. The area is also very motor home friendly, with several parks where you can camp. Visit Bankston Motor Homes and be on your way if this sounds like a vacation for you. http://www.bankstonmotorhomes.com

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