Humboldt County is on the north coast of California, about 200 miles (four hours) north of San Francisco and 50 miles from the Oregon border. The county seat is the City of Eureka on Humboldt Bay, around which most of the county’s small population resides. Humboldt is best known for its magnificent coastal redwoods, the tallest trees in the world, and two of its major attractions are Redwood National & State Parks, and Humboldt Redwoods State Park along the Avenue of the Giants. But the county also includes dozens of other parks, forests, beaches and preserves, making it a paradise for every kind of outdoor recreation. Many small towns including Eureka, Victorian Ferndale and coastal Trinidad offer the visitor fine dining, accommodations, arts and entertainment.

Discover the Legendary California Redwoods

At least once in your lifetime, you need to visit the magnificent coastal redwoods of Humboldt County—to walk, explore and soak up the silence and grandeur of forests unlike any others in the world. Whether your tastes run to scenic drives or hiking trails, you’ll find plenty of choices in Redwood National & State Parks in the north county, or along the Avenue of the Giants and Humboldt Redwoods State Park in south county. These two jewels adorn a crown studded with many other parks, forests, preserves and beaches, making Humboldt County a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor recreation. Fishing, kayaking, biking, rafting, backpacking, birding and more are all pursued avidly on the Redwood Coast. Within this splendid natural setting, visitors also discover authentic small towns offering rich history and vibrant culture...along with outstanding dining and lodging choices.