Top Things to do in Humboldt County
Top Hotels in Humboldt County
- 1. Benbow Historic Inn
- 2. Best Western Arcata Inn
- 3. Carter House Inns
- 4. Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata, CA
- 5. Best Western Country Inn
- 6. Benbow Historic Inn
- 7. Best Western Plus Bayshore Inn
- 8. Trinidad Bay Bed and Breakfast Hotel
- 9. Town House Motel - Historic Old Town
- 10. The Shelter Cove Oceanfront Inn
Things to do in Humboldt County, Humboldt County: The Best Outdoor Activities
Discover the best top things to do in Humboldt County, United States including Doe Flat Trail, Humboldt Redwoods State Park, Avenue of the Giants, Lady Bird Johnson Grove, Redwood Highway, Newton B Drury Parkway, Founders Grove, Gold Bluffs Beach, Sequoia Park Zoo, Lost Coast Trail.
Restaurants in Humboldt County
1. Doe Flat Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
This trail is considered the shorter and less taxing hike to Wilderness Falls.
2. Humboldt Redwoods State Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 507 reviews
Home of the 31 mile Avenue of the Giants (Redwoods).
Reviewed By Waz-pap
Very special place to really appreciate the Redwoods and hike in old growth forests - a must for everyones bucket list
3. Avenue of the Giants
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 943 reviews
Reviewed By radar60 - Lompoc, United States
Avenue of the giants is a stunning 32 mile scenic drive through magnificent redwoods and meandering eel river vistas. Plenty of groves where you can stop and go for a hike to admire Mother Nature’s incredible beauty. We stopped by the drive through tree but our vehicle ( VW Atlas ) was too wide. Still a drive worthwhile taking.
4. Lady Bird Johnson Grove
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 230 reviews
Reviewed By archie59
Easy to get to and an easy stroll through a very beautiful grove of old growth redwoods. A piece of history that could have easily been lost , but has been preserved in this grove.
5. Redwood Highway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 820 reviews
Reviewed By SailorSuzan - Seattle, United States
I recommend visiting a 'visitor's center' for the Redwood National Park to get an overview of the collection of land parcels that make up the Redwood National and State Parks so that you can appreciate what's left of the giant redwoods. Even along US Highway 101, there are easy on/off to enjoy glimpse of some great groves. Remember there is only 4% of the original forest left - hence the collection of small parcels, but still incredible.
6. Newton B Drury Parkway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By GreenCoast71
Ok, so perhaps not quite as amazing as the Avenue of the Giants, but you'll be driving thru this area anyway to get to the Avenue so why not stop?!? I admit, we almost didn't and I'm so grateful that we had! We had our two small children with us, aged 8 and 5, neither of which are much "hikers". There were still several trailheads to pull over and take leisurely strolls thru some magnificent, ancient trees. When (not "if"!) we return I will plan on spending more time exploring more of the turn outs. I can see one easily spending a full day here, if not more. Highest recommendation for those that are driving through this stretch of the Northern California coast and have the time for a very worthwhile detour!
7. Founders Grove
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By luv4phood - Marietta, United States
On our way north to the coast, we stopped to stretch our legs at Founders Grove. This is a short walking path, less than a mile. It is perfect for all ages and abilities due to the level grade. This is a busy path but the pure quantity of redwoods makes this a worthwhile stop.
8. Gold Bluffs Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
A beautiful and secluded beach where one can walk a long distance.
Reviewed By debnyhess4 - Collins, United States
A peaceful, short walk through the dunes to a spectacular beach! Smooth sands, crisp ocean smell, and thunderous, crashing waves will greet YOU. When looking down the shore, way off in the distance, it seems to disappear in a mist.
9. Sequoia Park Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 326 reviews
Reviewed By NekoCat - Franklin, United States
Small zoo with very nice facilities, super clean and a fun variety of animals. Highlights; red panda, gibbon, river otters (adorable), red ibis, bald eagles and the most pristine captive flamingos I’ve ever seen. For $10 well worth stopping by for an hour or so.
10. Lost Coast Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By ScottM3845
The drive certainly is difficult and long, the hiking arduous and not for the faint of heart. The scenery, the wildlife, the surf, the creeks, the camping, the night sky, the company, the whole experience, is one I will look back on as one of the best in my life. Give yourself time to enjoy the experience, an extra day, if you can. Talk with or reference someone who has done the trip previously and use their suggestions for a wonderful journey into Northern California’s truly wild Lost Coast. The questions below don’t really apply...give yourself 4 or 5 days.
