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South Fork / Honeydew · Mattole RoadExit 663

Avenue of the Giants

Mahan Grove — Auto Tour Stop 5

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South Fork / Honeydew · Mattole RoadExit 663

Arrival: Mahan Grove auto-tour stop; arrival parking remains unverified.

Approach: Use CA 254 via the signed South Fork / Honeydew · Mattole Road access; consult the park auto-tour map before stopping.

Tour order and trail/landmark are documented, but the collected text does not establish the public turnout entrance, roadway side or applicable travel direction. Do not route to the existing centroid.

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A signed interpretive stop honoring Laura and James Mahan and their early redwood-conservation advocacy. Follow current auto-tour and park signs for the trail approach.

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Avenue of the Giants Auto Tour and California State Parks is the manager or primary source for this entry. Check its current page for changing hours, fees, reservations, road restrictions, and closures.

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Official property links are provided for planning. No live availability, price, ranking, or paid placement is implied.

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