Driving the scenic Coastal Drive of California

Coastal Drive is a very scenic road located in Del Norte County, at the far northwest corner of the U.S. state of California, along the Pacific Ocean. Whales, sea lions, and pelicans may be seen from overlooks high above the crashing surf.

Coastal Drive

Located within Redwoods National Park, the road is 10.29km (6.4 miles) long, running from County Road D7 (Klamath Beach Road) to Newton B. Drury Scenic Parkway. It’s mostly paved but navigable by all passenger vehicles. Motorhomes/RVs and trailers are prohibited. The road encompasses miles of stunning views through twisty hair pin corners, high elevations and steep grades.

This road is very exciting and sometimes very exposed and unsecured driveway in innumerable twists and turns. This narrow road with steep curves and sharp grades offers wide panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Klamath River estuary. Enjoy a picnic with breathtaking views at the High Bluff Overlook, and don't miss the World War II radar station-disguised in the 1940s to look like a humble farmhouse and barn. Hiking and backcountry camping can be accessed from the Flint Ridge section of the Coastal Trail.

 

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