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
What to do and see in Humboldt County, Humboldt County: The Best Nature & Parks
Discover the best top things to do in Humboldt County, United States including Fern Canyon, Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, Humboldt Redwoods State Park, Lady Bird Johnson Grove, Arcata Community Forest, Patrick's Point State Park, Humboldt Bay, Humboldt Lagoons State Park, Sequoia Park Zoo, Lost Coast Trail.
Restaurants in Humboldt County
1. Fern Canyon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 294 reviews
This secluded canyon, home to many ferns, makes for an interesting hike.
Reviewed By L6192OLmichelleb
An easy short walk through a lush , peaceful fern lined canyon . High walls . Very unique .Nothing but green ! Your feet will get a little wet. Hard to believe it’s right next to sandy Golds beach , which is also beautiful .
2. Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 375 reviews
This state park, established in 1923, is part of the Redwoods National and State Park System.
Reviewed By chickabeegrrl - Elk Grove, United States
We had a wonderful time hiking through this park. We hiked about 13 miles along the Miner’s Ridge Trail, Gold Bluffs Beach, Fern Canyon, and back via the James Irvine Trail. It was a tough long hike with lots of climbing but worth it. The views were amazing and the photos were beautiful.
3. 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
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. 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!
6. Patrick's Point State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 494 reviews
A little-known state park that offers a re-creation of a Yurok village, campsites and hiking trails to fine beaches.
Reviewed By northernneckinn - Tappahannock, United States
You can’t find a better hike than the rim trail through the Redwoods and mostly in the shade with amazing vistas of turbulent ocean and crashing waves appearing from time to time. Make sure you visit Wedding Rock and climb the stairs to the rock outpost overlooking the northern Californian coast! $7 for one vehicle and two people! Great value!
7. Humboldt Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 130 reviews
Reviewed By mrancer
A great outdoor choice with opportunities for beach walking, wildlife viewing and great scenery. The overlook where the Mad River empties into the Bay is wonderful
8. Humboldt Lagoons State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By DoloresJacoby - West Palm Beach, United States
This Park is located just south of the Kuchel Visitor Center in Orick. I loved taking the road off the highway to access the lagoons and ocean in various areas. There is an information center, lots of parking and and beautiful water views. There’s so much to explore when you take your time. I found beautiful wildflowers in the area.
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.
