Humboldt County: Our Favorite Places
Sightseeing
Great short hike to a beautiful protected cove. The hike is steep so wear walking shoes.
29 locals recommend
College Cove Beach
College Cove TrailGreat short hike to a beautiful protected cove. The hike is steep so wear walking shoes.
Trinidad Head Trail
Trinidad Head TrailExcellent views and a great place to spot migrating whales.
Prairie Creek is an old growth redwood forest with accessible trails and a visitor's center.
93 locals recommend
Redwood National and State Parks
Prairie Creek is an old growth redwood forest with accessible trails and a visitor's center.
Fern canyon is a popular day hike. You may be walking in the creek so bring proper footwear. The road to access the trailhead can be challenging with a creek crossing, so check the forecast before heading out.
103 locals recommend
Fern Canyon
Fern canyon is a popular day hike. You may be walking in the creek so bring proper footwear. The road to access the trailhead can be challenging with a creek crossing, so check the forecast before heading out.
Moonstone Beach
Beautiful beach with rock climbing, surfing and beach combing.
Arcata Community Forest
Nearby Redwood forest with trails. 10 minute drive.
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City/town information
Arcata is a small coastal university town located 12 minutes south of our home. Arcata is home to some excellent restaurants and hosts many events.
32 locals recommend
Arcata
Arcata is a small coastal university town located 12 minutes south of our home. Arcata is home to some excellent restaurants and hosts many events.
Trinidad is the starting point for many excellent trails. Trinidad also hosts excellent restaurants art nights, music and a winery.
66 locals recommend
Trinidad
Trinidad is the starting point for many excellent trails. Trinidad also hosts excellent restaurants art nights, music and a winery.
Eureka is an interesting place with a rough veneer. Old Town is a cool spot to visit. The new Redwood Skywalk is a fun way to see some nearby redwoods from the above.
20 locals recommend
Eureka
Eureka is an interesting place with a rough veneer. Old Town is a cool spot to visit. The new Redwood Skywalk is a fun way to see some nearby redwoods from the above.
McKinleyville
Mckinleyville is a place to pick up essentials like groceries and gas.
Paved path
The Hammond Trail is excellent for walking a biking. Start at Clam Beach and take it all the way to Arcata!
9 locals recommend
Hammond Trail
Hammond TrailThe Hammond Trail is excellent for walking a biking. Start at Clam Beach and take it all the way to Arcata!
MTB Biking
Blue Lake
Excellent single track mountain biking area.
Arcata Community Forest
Lacks Creek
Surfing
Houda Point Beach/Camel Rock
Brewery
Excellent local beer and great food truck. Indoor and outdoor seating.
53 locals recommend
Redwood Curtain Brewing Company
550 S G StExcellent local beer and great food truck. Indoor and outdoor seating.
Fun local brewery near MTB trails and the river. Live music several nights a week.
15 locals recommend
Mad River Brewing Co
195 Taylor WayFun local brewery near MTB trails and the river. Live music several nights a week.
Food scene
Slice Of Humboldt Pie
828 I StLocal ciders, kombucha and pies.
Los Bagels
1061 I StBagel sandwiches for breakfast or lunch.
The taco truck located here is the best one around. She’s open for lunch. Homemade tortillas, authentic Mexican food.
Renner Petroleum
5000 West End RdThe taco truck located here is the best one around. She’s open for lunch. Homemade tortillas, authentic Mexican food.
The Larrupin' Cafe
1658 Patricks Point DrFine dining.
Only available Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Must preorder on their website. Donuts and real NY bagels! Located behind the Redwood Fairgrounds in Eureka.
Frankie's NY Bagels
3750 Harris StOnly available Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Must preorder on their website. Donuts and real NY bagels! Located behind the Redwood Fairgrounds in Eureka.
Tomo Japanese Restaurant
708 9th StCafe Brio
791 G StRenata's Creperie
1030 G StBeachcomber Cafe
363 Trinity StSALT Fish House
935 I StThe Lighthouse Grill
355 Main St