Location: Crescent City
Top Things to do in Crescent City
Top 10 Things to do in Crescent City, United States
Crescent City (Chetco-Tolowa: Taa-’at-dvn, Yurok: Kohpey, Wiyot: Daluwagh ) is the county seat of, and only incorporated city in, Del Norte County, California. Named for the crescent-shaped stretch of sandy beach south of the city, Crescent City had a total population of 7,643 in the 2010 census, up from 4,006 in the 2000 census. The population includes inmates at Pelican Bay State Prison, also within the city limits, and the former census-designated place Crescent City North annexed to the city. The city is also the site of the Redwood National Park headquarters, as well as the historic Battery Point Light. Due to the richness of the local Pacific Ocean waters and the related catch, and ease of access, Crescent City Harbor serves as home port for numerous commercial fishing vessels.
Restaurants in Crescent City
1. Stout Grove
Overall Ratings
5 based on 562 reviews
Reviewed By harryatkck - Kansas City, Kansas
This group of large redwood trees an easily be seen by walking a fairly easy 1 mile loop trail thru the grove. There are rest rooms in the parking lot. Auto access is by one of the scenic drives in Jedediah Smith State Park.
2. Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Part of the Redwoods National and State Parks system, this state park was established in 1929.
Reviewed By Ginny60 - Juneau, Alaska
A walk through a forest is one of the best things you can do for yourself, a walk through this forest sets your heart at ease. What a wonderful sight to wander through the underbrush and have the tree trunks surround you.
3. Howland Hill Road
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 347 reviews
Reviewed By Trenda B - Pollock, Louisiana
The drive takes approx. 45 minutes...lots longer if you stop as often as we did to take photographs and just stand in awe at the beautiful trees. Narrow road, some paved, some gravel. Do not need 4 wheel drive but RV's are a no no. This is part of history that one day will be no more. I loved the drive and it is a definite MUST SEE!!! It is so worth the time. I can not say enough about how beautiful and awe inspiring this is.
4. Battery Point Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 532 reviews
Museum that houses many artifacts and documents related to local history.
Reviewed By Richard J - Kapolei, Hawaii
We took a quick detour off the 101 to see the Battery Point Lighthouse. This small lighthouse is located on a small peninsula that can become an island during high tide. As it was low tide we took the short walk, past the piles of driftwood, over the sand and gravel, and up the path past the keepers cottage and on to the point. Being a bit early, the winter season, and a private residence the lighthouse wasn't open to the public when we were there. That didn't dampen the experience. We had wonderful views and were surprised to see a couple of California Gray Whales in close to the rocks below the point. A wonderful detour off the 101.
5. Crescent Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 192 reviews
A coastal state park which offers tours to a nearby lighthouse.
Reviewed By JHAllen - ELLINGTON
The beach stretches for several miles along US 101 south of the city and is popular with people who come to surf, stick their feet in the water let their dogs get some fresh air and walk the beach looking for interesting articles, particularly sand dollar skeletons. As the rock from which the sand came, it is dark in color, but not totally black. It is fine grained with some stones of larger sizes in small numbers. At one point a stream runs from inland through the sand but it is very shallow and easy to cross. At several points motels are right on the shore, but they are small and don't take away anything from the beautiful views and sound of the surf.
6. Ocean World
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 346 reviews
Home to an amazing variety of sea life to teach children and adults about the wonderful ocean world. We are one of the best privately owned small aquariums in the United States and are open daily! Our gift shop provides unique nautical gifts for men, women, teens, and children as well as hand crafted products that enhance any home decor. We're located six hours north of San Francisco, in beautiful Crescent City, California. Ocean World is your Pacific getaway in the heart of the Redwood Coast.
Reviewed By broncos69
What a fun little stop. Even though it’s a small aquarium it had a lot of amazing creatures. Our family loved everything about this place. The fish tanks were full of fun animals to watch and the touch tank was great. The best things were...MoreGreetings, Broncos69.., Thanks for making Ocean World part of your family’s experience. We appreciate you joining the conversation between travelers on our TripAdvisor page. Your support for our mission to provide an educational experience in a fun and entertaining way is greatly appreciated.
7. Crescent City Harbor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By Lloyd S - Bradenton, Florida
We are from the west coast of Florida and have our own gorgeous views, but this was so awesome to see on the left coast. Soothing to the soul, and gives you someplace to unwind on vacation.
8. Beachfront Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By Daniel A - Beijing, China
We were at a horrible motel and wanted to get out for a bit. We stopped by this beautiful little park to just sit and reminisce about our long road trip and would you believe there were locals and they were smoking cigarettes and doing other narcotics. This area is not safe for anyone, much less children in the later afternoon.
9. Rumiano Cheese Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
This is the manufacturing plant for Rumiano Cheese Company. California's oldest family owned cheese manufacturer. The retail shop has a viewing window, if you get there early enough you'll be able see them make some cheese! Unfortunately we do not offer tours. We're sorry for the inconvenience.
Reviewed By Lee L - Apache Junction, Arizona
I like to buy local when I can, as I'm traveling. I always look for the special things local communities have, and seek them out. It is a great way of meeting people, tasting local food and drink, and just having a good time. I saw Rumiano Cheese at Murphy's store in Trinidad, and a guy talked about how good their butter was, so I wanted to visit this place in Crescent City. Wow! A huge variety of cheeses, plus other local products. We walked out with about 6 pounds of this and that at less than $20. You could spend a lot more, for sure, but they have a whole cooler of sale cheese at about $2.50-3.50/lb. for their locally-produced cheese. Have you seen any kind of cheese at those prices lately? So many kinds of cheese, lots of samples, and then sausages by other local producers, and much more. A big selection, great prices, and it is all local. Wish I could bring this store home with me!
10. Del Norte County History Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Phone: 707-464-3089
Reviewed By Writergal49 - Grants Pass, Oregon
We visited the museum and spent over an hour, walking from room to room, up the stairs and down, inspecting the numerous exhibits. There is a good Native American section on the Tolowas and Klamath. Most of the other exhibits feature early white settlers and the founders of the town, for whom many landmarks are named. There is a gift shop with some books for sale too. The staff are helpful and informative. A small admission fee is charged.
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