Following Rt 199 from Grants Pass we cross into California near Redwoods National Park. We stop at Stout Grove an ancient stand of redwoods to take a short hike through the giant trees. Heading south to Crescent City, we get on coastal high
way 101 and stop to paint a beautiful scene overlooking the rocks at Two Sisters. Later we follow the coast only down to Arcata since RVs are discouraged further south. So again, I must truncate my dream of painting along the famed California coast until I am in a different vehicle. For the first time in weeks, we head east. On previous trips to California, I have visited San Francisco, Los Angeles and Yosemite National Park. I would have to say this is my favorite part of the state. Even though Yosemite was phenomenal, the path less traveled gave us great beauty without the tail lights. Rt 299 to Redding is a twisting ribbon of road through the coastal range and we must slow our progress not only to enjoy the breathtaking views but to keep Minnie under control. We catch glimpses of Mt. Shasta to the north. At Redding we decide to briefly get on I-5 south before taking 36 east to go to Lassen Volcano. By early evening we are in Susanville and camp within striking distance of Nevada.
