Driving the challenging Fish Rock Road in California

Fish Rock Road is a very scenic mountain road located in Mendocino County, on the North Coast of the U.S. state of California.

Fish Rock Road

How long is Fish Rock Road in California?

Tucked away in the northwestern part of California, the challenging road is 45. 7km (28.4 miles) long, running east-west from CA-128 road to the coast, at Fish Rock (Highway 1).

Is Fish Rock Road in Mendocino County paved?

Running through the Maillard Redwood Reserve, this well graded and well maintained county road is dirt in the middle section and paved at either end. Drive at moderate speed. Ideal time to travel is daylight.

Is Fish Rock Road in California challenging?

The route is recommended for people who aren't afraid of a little hardcore gravel. It’s a very pretty route with a few steep (19% gradients) and narrow parts. The road is not advisable for heavy trucks and house trailers. It features a famous 5mph section. Except for the short stretch of the road that passes through the Mailliard Redwoods Start Park, the road is wide enough for two logging trucks to pass by one another.

 

 

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