BLUE LAKE TO FERNDALE – 143 MILES

Section 4 starts off with a bang as you ascend Bald Mountain, one of the highlight portions of this route, full of endless vistas along this vast ridge. Take a rest at “the couch” before crossing Highway 299 to Bair Ridge. This road is primitive, tight, forested and absolutely incredible as you cross through the Hoopa Reservation. There is no camping allowed here, so Ride Respectfully on this land as you pass through. The climb up Bald Hills will put your switchbacking abilities to the test before entering a less-visited section of Redwoods National Park. Pause at Redwood Creek Overlook then admire these ancient giants as you descend to Highway 101.

The second half of this section meanders on and off the highway, with great beach access, camping, and towns along the way including Trinidad. Make a detour to Table Bluff Beach for views of Humboldt Bay before crossing the Fernbridge and reaching historic Ferndale