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Cape Mendocino Beach
Cape Mendocino is the westernmost point in Humboldt County and the entire state of California....
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Mattole River Beach
Mattole Beach is at the sandy mouth of the Mattole River at the north end of King Range National...
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Mattole Road Beaches
There are many unnamed beaches along the remote Mattole Road near the town of Petrolia in Humboldt...
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Punta Gorda Lighthouse
Punta Gorda Lighthouse along the Humboldt County Coast is nearly a four mile walk on the beach from...
Articles
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Best Backroads near Eureka on the California Coast
If you are staying near the coast in Humboldt County and want to find a scenic drive full of remoteness, then we have some suggestions for you. All four of […]
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The Adventurer’s Bucket List Beaches of California
The adventurous folks are keen to bucket lists. It might be a list of mountains they want to climb, national parks they want to visit, or streams where they want […]
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Hidden Lighthouses in California You Should Try to Find
Lighthouses are tall white structures with bright lights on top so they should be easy to spot right. Well some of the lighthouses on the California Coast aren’t in plain […]
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6 Amazing Bucket List Hikes On The California Coast
If there is a better form of exercise than going on a beautiful hike near the beach, we can’t think of what it could be. Between the pleasant weather and […]
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Best Beach Resorts & Hotels in Northern California
Northern California’s rugged coastline offers a very different experience than Southern California. Cooler temperatures and remote locations cut down on crowds. But less tourism also means fewer options for lodging. […]
Maps
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Best Sand Dunes on the California Coast
Sand dunes are diverse natural habitats that can be sources of endless fun whether it is hiking or just playing around. California has dunes all along its Pacific Ocean shoreline […]
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The Lost Coast Trail Map
The Lost Coast Trail is a popular summer backpacking route along the most remote shoreline in Northern California. The trail meanders at the foot of high mountains in the […]
Attractions
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Petrolia General Store
This little store is your last option for grub before getting to Mattole Beach and the start of The Lost Coast Trail. It’s also your first option after a long […]
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A. W. Way County Park
A. W. Way Park is on a sharp bend in the Mattole River near Petrolia. This Humboldt County facility has a day-use area with access to a rocky beach on […]
Hotels
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Mattole River Organic Farms Country Cabins
The well-appointed campgrounds of Mattole River Organic Farms and Country Cabins generate an appealing destination for visitors to Northern California. With rustic décor, the four heated cabins include all the […]
