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Old 09-17-2014, 09:26 AM   #1
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The 101 from Eureka to Cloverdale

We are thinking about taking a 40" MH and a toad down the 101 from Eureka, CA to Cloverdale, CA.

On the map the road looks kind of windy. Looks like it is following the Eel River all the way.

My question is, what's the road like for a big rig? Is it drive-able or should we avoid it?
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I have driven it many times...43' with toad. Do not go to HWY 1 as it is narrow and has far too many curves. Take your time on 101.
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101 is a major north highway. you will have no problem other than "rubber necking" at all the beautiful scenery
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Another vote for 101. It's very easy with a big rig. Also, do not take Hwy 1. That's altogether different!
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Thank you all - very useful info. 101 it is then
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As mentioned above. Good highway, some curves & hills but nothing to get concerned with. We travel it often as an alternative to I-5. Truckers use it when I-5 is closed for snow in the winter.
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I've driven 101 from Petaluma to the trees of mystery with a 34 foot with toad it's good road easy drive lots of coaches on it same time as us and also very nice scenery


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A good stop with a big rig would be Ancient Redwoods RV in Redcrest. It's right in the middle of the big trees with some awesome easy short or long hikes to do in the area. At that point you'll be weaving in and out of the highway with the redwoods at the endges. It's a neat drive!
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