Location: Arcata
Top Things to do in Arcata
9 Free Things to do in Arcata That You Shouldn't Miss
Arcata, originally Union Town or Union, is a city adjacent to the Arcata Bay (northern) portion of Humboldt Bay in Humboldt County, California, United States. At the 2010 census, Arcata's population was 17,231. Arcata, located 280 miles (450 km) north of San Francisco (via Highway 101), is home to Humboldt State University. Arcata is also the location of the Arcata Field Office of the Federal Bureau of Land Management, which is responsible for the administration of natural resources, lands and mineral programs, including the Headwaters Forest, on approximately 200,000 acres of public land in Northwestern California.
Restaurants in Arcata
1. Holly Yashi Store and Design Studio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Duke1140 - Penn Valley, United States
This is a must see if in Arcata and you enjoy the artistry of jewelry. Upon entering you are greeted by an assistant who offers to help you find something in particular or just wander and look at the great selection of products on display. They also offer you a coffee, cappucino or water...very welcoming!! There is an informative display and video showing the beginnings of this business, the processes used, materials used and you can observe the assembly and design areas. Each assembly station is personalized by the artist with pictures of family. This shows the values of this business. The artistry is unique and well worth the time to visit.
2. Arcata Plaza Farmers' Market
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By Humboldt101
Always the best way to start the weekend in Arcata. The amazing produce, music, and wonderful local farmers at the Market always puts a smile on my face.
3. Arcata Community Forest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 154 reviews
A beautiful 600-acre forest of small redwoods and ferns.
Reviewed By merritto2011 - Texas, United States
You could spend as short or long a time as you want meandering around the multiple connecting trails here. Gorgeous big trees and lots of stumps to climb and fallen trees to balance on to bring a little fun with kids. Dog friendly!
4. Los Bagels
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
5. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 153 reviews
Reviewed By ddwildbird
Not much bad one could say about the sanctuary. wonderful hiking trails, great trail maps, very helpful and pleasant staff in the visitor center. All sorts of interesting birds to see any time of day or year. Clean air and abundant wildlife, prefect flat walking area. Peaceful with benches everywhere you need one.
6. Mad River Beach County Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By MarciaFormanGrossman
Our little dog finds this to be one of her favorite beaches. She can swim in the river channel, and not have to deal with the ocean. The packed sand is easy to walk on. And for beginning surfers, the water is perfect.
7. Ma-le'l Dunes Cooperative Management Area
8. Clam Beach County Park
9. Mad River Hatchery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 16 reviews
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