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Humboldt Redwoods / Avenue of the Giants with kids
Humboldt Redwoods / Avenue of the Giants is a 5h 04m drive from Dublin, CA (244 miles) and rates 3.2 out of 5 for families with young kids. A parkway through old-growth redwoods, and a drive-through tree on the way. Good for 1–2 days. Budget roughly $1,200–2,500 against a fixed yardstick of 2 nights, family of four. Best months: August / April.
Avenue of the Giants Ancient Redwood Canopy
Drive from Dublin, CA
5h 04m
Recommended stay
1–2 days
Best for ages
2-11
Distance
244 mi
Cost, 2 nights, family of four
$1,200–2,500
Kid score
3.2/5
Grown-up score
2.9/5
Best window
August / April
Route: US-101 N
Written 2026-07 · drive time routed · prices checked 2026-08.
Written 2026-07 · drive time routed · prices checked 2026-08.
What to do with kids in Humboldt Redwoods / Avenue of the Giants
- Chandelier Drive-Thru Tree (Leggett) $20 per car
Drive your car right through a live 315ft giant redwood tree! - Avenue of the Giants Parkway Free
31-mile scenic drive winding under ancient 300ft redwood canopy. - Founders Grove Free
0.6-mile flat loop to the massive Fallen Dyerville Giant tree.
Prices link to the operator, last checked 2026-08. They change - check before you go.
Where to eat
- Eel River Brewing Co (Fortuna) — Organic craft brewery & food
- Pegasus Cafe — Cozy mountain diner
- Chimney Tree Grill — Classic redwood highway diner
How it scores
Weighted for families with kids aged roughly 3-8.
Things kids enjoy4
Logistics & naps2
Food4
Drive ease2.7
Value4
The same destination, scored for a trip without the kids.
Dining2
Romance4
Scenery5
Walkable2
Nightlife0
Weather by season
| Month | High / Low |
|---|---|
| Apr | 62/41°F |
| Aug | 78/50°F |
| Dec | 54/37°F |
Common questions
- How long is the drive from Dublin, CA?
About 5h 04m - roughly 244 miles. - What does it cost for a family of four?
Around $1,200–2,500 for 2 nights, family of four, including lodging, food and activities. Not the cost of the stay we recommend. - When is the best time to go?
August / April.
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What we checked, and when
| Fact | Where it comes from | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Drive time | routed from Dublin, CA | |
| Attractions still open | operator sites and park agencies | not yet |
| Attraction prices | operator sites, linked above | |
| Opening hours | we do not publish opening hours | - |
| Restaurants | from the guide | not yet |
| Watch-out notes | we found nothing to flag | - |
| Trip cost | our own estimate | not yet |
True on the dates above. Prices and opening hours change without notice - check with the operator before you drive.
Other trips near here
Fort Bragg
A beach of sea-polished glass and a steam train into the redwoods, in a plain working town.
Mendocino
A clifftop village where the redwoods run to the sea, with a beach of tumbled glass nearby.
Redwood National Park (Crescent City)
The tallest trees on Earth, a canyon walled in ferns, and elk grazing beside the road.
Costs are a fixed yardstick: 2 nights, family of four, lodging, food and activities. Not the cost of the stay we recommend.