Discover Humboldt: ‘Hidden History of Lassic Peak’

Monday, 8 June 2026, 12:00 am Staff Leave a comment

Dock’s latest Discover Humboldt episode gives viewers a look at “Scouting Firewood DEEP in California’s North Coast Mountains.” Dock writes:

Deep in the mountains above Highway 36, we head into the Six Rivers National Forest near Mad River, California to scout firewood for the coming winter season. 🌲

In this adventure, my wife Mekko and I explore the rugged backroads of Northern California, search for good standing dead Douglas fir, take in incredible ridge-top views of Lassic Peak, and talk about the hidden history of this remote part of Humboldt and Trinity County.

This is the side of California most people never get to see.

Along the way:

✔️ Six Rivers National Forest exploration

✔️ Firewood scouting & rural mountain life

✔️ Stunning views of Lassic Peak

✔️ Highway 36 backroads

✔️ Hidden Northern California history

✔️ Humboldt & Trinity County scenery

✔️ Forest ridge drives

✔️ Real off-grid style living in the mountains

For many families in Humboldt County and Trinity County, heating with firewood isn’t just tradition — it’s necessity. Every year we head into the mountains to gather wood and prepare for winter, and these trips become part adventure, part exploration, and part appreciation for the incredible forests of California’s Redwood Coast region.

We also discuss the dark and complicated history surrounding Chief Lassic, Fort Seward, and the conflicts that took place in this region during the 1800s.

0:00 Intro

2:34 Hwy 36 to Mad River, CA

3:56 Six Rivers National Forest

12:55 Lassic Peak

17:13 Mad River Ridge

21:25 Top of the Ridge and Outro

If you love:

🌲 Northern California

🌲 Redwood forests

🌲 Mountain backroads

🌲 Forest exploration

🌲 Firewood & homesteading

🌲 Rural lifestyle videos

🌲 Hidden California history

🌲 Highway 36 adventures

…then this one’s for you.