5 freeway to Hwy 101 through Mendocino National Forest

[Gettin' Shacked808]

Looking at the best route to go through Mendocino National Forest ending up near Usal rd. Basically I see FH7 that goes through, wondering if anyone had some good ideas of other roads to take or a better path. Please let me know if anyone has any ideas!! Thank you!!


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[MBroenkow]

FH-7 does connect Willows to Covello (pretty round valley but the town is a rural ghetto), but a large portion of this is high altitude and is notorious for holding snow. I took this route in early December and while there was snow, it didn't stop us.

At this time of year, I might consider taking M-10 from Stonyford to the M1, then up to Lake Pilsbury, and out to Potter Valley and Ukiah through either M-6 (sometimes called 'the logging road' for this section) or Road 301.

I hope this helps!

 

[Gettin' Shacked808]

Awesome!!! Thank you for the tips I’ll look at that route too. I’m coming from San Diego so I was looking at mid point that went through. Thanks again!! [emoji903]


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[Gettin' Shacked808]

About how long for the track? 4-5 hours??


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[MBroenkow]

Hard to say how long but I think that’s a reasonable estimate.

Your original route on FH -7 is the most direct route and should be the fastest if snow isn’t blocking the road. Maybe only 3 or 4 hours? You should call the main office in Willows to ask if the Mendocino Pass is open.

 

[Mikesjku]

Just came back from Usal Brach , came up hwy 1; but left thu Legget & 101 couple recent slides, so some roadwork but was clear.

 

[Gettin' Shacked808]

Legit info guys!!!! Thank you!! Awesome trip last weekend. Will definitely have to go back and conquer Hull Mountain. Too much snow!!


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