Richardson Grove Redwood Highway Hartsook California 1920 Real Photo Postcard

The Redwood Highway, officially designated in the 1920s, refers to the section of U.S. Route 101 traversing Northern California's ancient redwood forests. This route became a significant artery for early automobile tourism, offering travelers access to the colossal *Sequoia sempervirens*. Postcards like this, dating from the early to mid-20th century, often featured impressive tree formations, cut-out stumps, or tunnel trees that served as popular roadside attractions along the nascent highway.