The 6 Best Beaches in Trinidad, California (CA)

May 6, 2022 Layne Dawes

Trinidad (Chetco-Tolowa: tvm-sray-me’; Karuk: áas uyâahitihirak; Yurok: Chuerew; Wiyot: Da'guchwayawik, "land is curved") is a seaside city in Humboldt County, located on the Pacific Ocean 8 miles (13 km) north of the Arcata-Eureka Airport and 15 miles (24 km) north of the college town of Arcata. Situated at an elevation of 174 feet (53 m) above its own North Coast harbor, Trinidad is one of California's smallest incorporated cities by population (367 residents in 2010, up from 311 residents in 2000). Trinidad is noted for its spectacular coastline with ten public beaches and offshore rocks, part of the California Coastal National Monument, of which Trinidad is a Gateway City. Fishing operations related to Trinidad Harbor are vital to both local tourism and commercial fishery interests in the region.
Restaurants in Trinidad

1. Moonstone Beach

Trinidad, CA 95570
Excellent
72%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 93 reviews

Moonstone Beach

Reviewed By ngremmy - Yuba City, United States

This beach is very clean and dog friendly! We enjoyed the calm and shallow shoreline with our kiddo and family. There are a few small caves on the north end of the beach along with some really neat sandstone/conglomerate rock faces. If you are looking for shells or rocks, this is not the place to look. If you are looking for a small quiet beach that is relatively safe for young ones to get their feet wet at, this is a great choice!

2. College Cove

Stagecoach Rd College Cove Trail, Trinidad, CA 95570
Excellent
66%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 38 reviews

College Cove

Reviewed By 892aronb - Eureka, United States

If you can make the road out to Shelter Cover, do yourself a favor and DO IT! Black sand beaches and the most stunning shades of blue ocean you will see on the West Coast!

3. Trinidad State Beach

4150 Patrick_s Point Drive, Trinidad, CA 95570 +1 707-677-3570 https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=418
Excellent
75%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 182 reviews

Trinidad State Beach

Reviewed By auntbeck22 - Huntington Beach, United States

We stopped there early in the day when it was still a bit foggy. As the fog lifted there were many beautiful rock formations out in the water. I thought we would stay on the beach but ended up taking a hike up the nearby hill. It ended up being one of my favorite hikes on our vacation. There are many breaks in the path for lookout and picture opportunities. They have carved out tiny paths between the plants that our kids crawled through. When you get to the top it extremely windy, hold onto your hat! Overall fun for the family and not too strenuous.

4. Big Lagoon County Park

510 Big Lagoon Park Rd, Trinidad, CA 95570-8809 +1 707-445-7651 https://humboldtgov.org/Facilities/Facility/Details/Big-Lagoon-2
Excellent
75%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 36 reviews

Big Lagoon County Park

Reviewed By AnastasiaYeager - Weed, United States

This place is popular and good luck finding a camping spot. After going around park twice and seeing no space available by noon, I noticed a rain fly com off a tent and stopped to ask if people are leaving and they said YES. It became a wonderful five day stay. Watching the meteor at night, the sunset on the ocean, hunting for gems and just playing and enjoying ourselves with family. Dude is a wonderful host.

5. Luffenholtz Beach Park

1639 Trinidad Scenic Dr, Trinidad, CA 95570 (800) 346-3482 [email protected] http://www.visitredwoods.com/listing/luffenholtz-beach-park/506
Excellent
50%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
8%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 24 reviews

Luffenholtz Beach Park

Reviewed By humgirl - Trinidad, United States

We tried out the new, improved steps on trail to this lovely hidden beach, and it was amazingly easy! Steep, yes, but much broader steps, lower rises, and well-sculpted with gravel and wood. The beach is gorgeous!

6. College Cove Beach

Trinidad, CA 95570
Excellent
0%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
0%
Terrible
50%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 4 reviews

College Cove Beach

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