Fantastic local Natural History Museum! Lots of excellent interpretive exhibits! The Museum is run…read moreby Humboldt State University. There is an admission fee to get in - (I forget how much - but it was not a lot). The exhibits focus on the geologic history of the world (lots of dinosaur information), as well as information about the local area wildlife, forests, and more. There is also a nice selection of gifts in their gift shop. #HumboldtStateNaturalHistoryMuseum

Awesome and very informative museum with lots of local flora and fauna. There is a small admission…read morefee but it's totally worth it. Great stop for anyone interested in learning about natural history and has lots of fun little hands on exhibits for little kids. Worth a stop if you are in the area. It's a short walk from Humboldt State and downtown Arcata.

This spot is a nice place to go on runs, walks, watch sunsets, do school research, attend field…read moretrips, and so do much more. Especially if you are here you will be able to find various unique birds by going bird watching after all the interpretative center is an area to educate yourself with the wildlife that habitat themselves in the am nearby areas of the marsh. I do have fond memories of going on field trips here and checking out the area where the urine disposal goes. Sounds gross, I know but believe it or not it was highly educational. Apparently the only plant that can pass into our intestines and still reproduce is the tomato seed. It was quite the sight to see. Many small plants were growing in what looked like a cross between a small green house and a gated barn. Surprisingly it didn't smell terrible outside. I do want to warn people from going to late in this marsh people not only can you run into interesting folks but also interesting bugs, critters and animals the darker it becomes. Overall, keep your eyes peeled and senses heightened because EVERY SINGLE TIME we always discover or see something new we didn't see before ^_*

We were staying nearby this place while in town. We decided to take our dogs for a walk and it was…read moresuch a relaxing place to go. Nice trails to walk. Several people were around walking, jogging, and bike riding. Definitely know why the locals enjoy this place for a variety of reason. There was also maps in several places to ensure you didn't get lost!

The Blue Lake Museum is a small, local Museum located in Blue Lake, CA…read more The predominant focus of the museum is the history of logging and the railroad in the immediate area. They have lots of interesting exhibits and other historical tidbits, along with some other non-timber industry, non-railroad stuff as well. There is no charge to visit, but they do encourage donations. I dropped either a $5.00 or $10.00 bill in the donations jar - can't recall which. Check out Blue Lake Museum! #BlueLakeMuseum

The waitress was super friendly and attentive. Good sense of humor. Everyone ordered something…read moredifferent, from chicken wings (even the super hot sauce), burgers, chicken sandwich - all good. Visited on a Sunday afternoon. Plenty of seating. Slightly loud due to a couple of pool games, but overall, great place.

best place to watch sports in Arcata big space with tables…read moreand bar seating lots of TV's I come here when the Padres are playing the A's or giants because my MLB app is blacked out good beer selection great burgers and apps excellent service there's a club attached that I haven't checked out yet

Greg at the front desk was very professional and informative…read more Rooms were fully remodeled. Gym was new and clean w/ plenty of equipment. Rooms are now sound proof. Pool had nice sun exposure... I wish management would allow an adult swim after 10pm. Parking was good and close. I'll be back. Very nice.

We came here on the weekend and the things they didn't have were soo random. We went to one…read morerestaurant and they stated they didn't have any food until 3 but actually when we went back, it was 4pm until they did have food. The other restaurant we visited, we asked for 3 separate items on the menu and they didn't have any of them. When we would ask they would say, well it's on the menu Mon-Thurs. Or Mon-Friday, how is that possible, aren't you busy on weekends? Then why is it on the menu, maybe make menus' for weekdays and then weekends? So bizarre. So we went to the bar and then just ordered drinks, Maybe that is the trick, they just want you to drink and spend money and then eat later at dinner time if you make it to then.

The California Welcome Center is an excellent place to kick off your vacation when visiting the…read moreRedwood Country! My first full day on vacation, I came in here to see what there is to see! They have a few informational exhibits, plus a ton of brochures for local attractions. I picked up quite a few brochures. There was a lady sitting at the front counter that answered a number of questions I posed to her. There are also restrooms - The Men's Restroom was clean and very well maintained. Check out the California Welcome Center in Arcata if you are visiting the area! #CaliforniaWelcomeCenterArcata

From the owner: Actively pursues new business opportunities and strives to make a tangible "Return on Investment"…read morefor its members. We are housed in one of 28 California Welcome Centers and are on the forefront of growth and development in regional eco-tourism. We are a membership driven 501 (c) (6) operating to enhance and improve the business environment while safeguarding the aesthetics of the community.

Awesome library! Not the biggest for a university library, but huge considering the campus' small…read moresize. I would check out book after book with no problems at all--lots of books at a time even. I learned more from reading these academic library books than from my classes. Great selection of poetry, too. I mean GREAT. And to top it off, there's coffee! I miss having access to so many wonderful books.

What I Love about this library is that you can reap the benefits of various resources especially if…read moreyou're at HSU student or alumni. For instance you can rent out books, articles or scientific periodicals from other California state universities and I was told also order from international Universities. The benefit of being a grad school is that you can have books up to one year until return date is due and rent out their cam corders and camera for an extended period of time . I started off at this school in 2017 and I definitely have seen many renovations through the years including the café, study rooms, tall shelving and interactive group desks, where group members can meet an use a TV to connect to class projects or the Internet. Till this day the library still has a glass case where they display a wide assortment of clubs, issues and events on campus, with nice added touches of regalia/memorabilia! I highly appreciate the fact that this library recycles electronics this can be found at the exit of the library in the main entrance.

The McKinleyville community library is a part of the Humboldt county library system. A very small…read morefacility that serves as a great local resource. Located on Pickett Road across the packing lot from the Azalea senior center and adjacent to Pierson park. This satellite facility is supported by the local community, and has a great volunteer staff. As well the "friends of the mckv library" have a monthly book sale fundraiser to help support this facility and help to keep it open. The monthly book sale attracts hundreds of book enthusiasts every month. A small but very well stocked reference section at this library. As well you can order books to checkout anywhere within the county system and have the book delivered to this branch making it easy to pick up for the reader. A nice local library, small but efficient and definitely serves a purpose in the community. 4 stars - worth a visit. 00341

Super cool that this place is now in an old 1890's church. They use the chapel as a music venue…read more One of the girls working gave us a history lesson on the church's different purposes over the years. They have several coverts coming up so check it out!

Just stopped in Ferndale Music. They are awesome. Good selection of instruments, especially for a…read moresmall store, and the staff are very nice and approachable. Really good guys and a great little shop. I am not in the market for an instrument but I will go back and get a t shirt. My new favorite music store. Visit it when you are in town!!!