Ave of Giants turns big Five-O
The legendary Avenue of the Giants became a scenic parkway in 1960.
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The avenue had its beginnings with a series of Native American trails.The actual roadway was originally built as a stagecoach and wagon route in the 1880s. In 1960, Gov. Pat Brown officially dedicated the Avenue of the Giants Parkway.
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The Save the Redwoods League, which helped protect the old growth forests along the Avenue, suggests many fun activities to honor and experience the parkway, including a free audio tour download.
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"Emerging from the Avenue was a sad moment. I wanted to turn around and pedal back to the happy zone.... I'm forever in debt to these trees for providing one of the most memorable days I've ever had on a bike."
Pic: Walking the Avenue
The Avenue is 30 miles of meandering old growth groves, with many adjoining hiking trails, offering scenic adventures for motorists and pedestrians alike.
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