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The Redwoods of California primarily refers to the coastal redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens), majestic trees found along a narrow strip of Northern California’s Pacific coast. These ancient giants are the tallest living organisms on Earth, with many specimens exceeding 300 feet in height and living for over a millennium. Their immense scale and unique ecosystem captivated early explorers and naturalists, even as widespread logging commenced in the mid-19th century, leading to calls for preservation.
By the early to mid-20th century, as depicted by the vintage "woody" station wagon, automobile travel opened up California's redwood forests to increasing numbers of tourists. Scenic drives, such as those that would become parts of the Redwood Highway system, offered visitors direct encounters with these natural wonders. This period saw the vigorous growth of state parks and the eventual establishment of Redwood National Park, reflecting a growing national appreciation for conserving these irreplaceable primeval forests against continued threats of deforestation.
By the early to mid-20th century, as depicted by the vintage "woody" station wagon, automobile travel opened up California's redwood forests to increasing numbers of tourists. Scenic drives, such as those that would become parts of the Redwood Highway system, offered visitors direct encounters with these natural wonders. This period saw the vigorous growth of state parks and the eventual establishment of Redwood National Park, reflecting a growing national appreciation for conserving these irreplaceable primeval forests against continued threats of deforestation.
