Klamath Tour-Thru Tree
Drive your car right through the trunk of a living giant redwood tree. Carved in 1976, this privately owned landmark offers a classic, nostalgic road trip experience. It is one of the very few remaining drive-through trees in the world.
- Admission
- $5 per vehicle
- Hours
- Open daily, dawn to dusk
- Duration
- 15-30 minutes
- Parking
- Parking available on-site near the tree and gift shop
- Access
- Fully accessible for standard passenger vehicles; ground surrounding the tree is gravel and dirt
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Carved in 1976, the Klamath Tour-Thru Tree is a living monument to California's historic roadside tourism. Unlike some other famous drive-through trees that have fallen over the years, this majestic coast redwood remains healthy and standing, welcoming thousands of road-tripping families each year.
Visitors can drive their standard-sized vehicles directly through the carved opening in the trunk of the massive, 700-year-old tree. The surrounding park-like setting offers a peaceful stop along Highway 101, complete with picnic tables, a gift shop, and plenty of unique photo opportunities.
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attractionVisitor Tips
- ◆ Measure your vehicle's width and height before attempting to drive through, as larger SUVs and trucks will not fit.
- ◆ Fold in your side-view mirrors before entering the tree trunk to ensure extra clearance.
- ◆ Bring cash or a credit card to pay the small admission fee at the self-pay honor system kiosk or gift shop.
- ◆ Take time to visit the gift shop for unique redwood souvenirs and local crafts.
Heads Up
- ◆ Do not attempt to drive through with a trailer, RV, or dually truck, as they are strictly prohibited due to size limitations.
- ◆ Watch your clearance closely; scraping the sides of the opening can damage both your vehicle and the living tree.
Common questions
Will my SUV fit through the Klamath Tour-Thru Tree?
Most standard SUVs, minivans, and passenger cars will fit through the opening, which is 7 feet 4 inches wide and 9 feet 6 inches high. Large trucks, dual-wheel vehicles, and RVs are too wide and will not fit.
Do you need cash to pay at the Klamath Tour-Thru Tree?
Yes, you should bring cash as the entrance typically operates on an unattended cash-only honor box system. The fee is currently $5 per vehicle.
Can you walk through the Klamath Tour-Thru Tree if your vehicle is too big?
Yes, visitors with oversized vehicles can park in the designated lot and walk through the tree to take photos. The same per-vehicle admission fee still applies.
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