This is a beautiful home, one of the most photographed homes in the country. It's a beautiful…read moreexample of Queen Anne Victorian architecture. The home was finished in 1889, and was built for lumber baron William Carson. He and his family lived in the home for many years. It was in danger of demolition, as maintaining such large historic homes became costly. A group of local businessmen bought the home in 1950, and turned it into a private club. They have since spent millions and millions of dollars to restore and maintain the home. While it is absolutely beautiful from the outside, unfortunately, it is not open for tours. However, if you happen to know a member of the club, or if you are invited to an event such as a wedding, office party, etc. at the mansion, you can get a tour. It's a very nice home on the inside, and the highlight is the cupola at the very top, which Mr. Carson used to observe his business interests. If you would like to see what the inside looks like, you can Google the phrase , "Carson mansion interior."

Beautiful Victorian architecture!…read more Went up north for the Memorial Day weekend for the redwoods but had to make a stop to check out the famous Carson Mansion. Love the green tones of the home and varying rooflines. At first I was surprised that there was no placard with a summary of the place but then I noticed a small sign. It was fun to see the sign at the front of the gate that had a QR code to scan and it'll take you to a Spotify listening to learn about the history of the place. Very cool, because this way you can listen to the history of it via your phone at either the site at that moment or even play it on the drive back. It was unique and something I haven't seen before! We took our time and appreciated the view because if you turn to the left you can also observe the water and pedestrian walkway corridors in town. If you're in Eureka and even only have 5-10 minutes to spare, I recommend swinging by the Carson Mansion to get a taste of high quality architecture, unique views, and a lil history moment!

There were no hatchery employees on-site the afternoon weekday I visited. I walked around a bit and…read morediscovered that two of the hatchery raceways were being used to raise salmonids. One was being used for Steelhead fry (anadromous "sea-run" Rainbow trout) and the other for regular Rainbow trout (Both Oncorhynchus mykiss). I got a few pix in and then headed on out. Later I found out there is apparently a way down to the Mad River from the hatchery, but I did not discover it during my visit. #MadRiverFishHatchery

Pretty cool fish hatchery, the drive up and scenery around this place are probably better then the…read moreactual hatchery itself, but its still pretty cool if your sitting around with nothing to do. From Arcata its a short drive, no more then 10 to 15 minutes. Once your there you can walk around wherever, just don't touch the electric fences around the fish ponds. the whole complex is located right on the river which you can walk down to and is very nice as well. I really enjoyed going out, but its not the coolest thing I have ever done.

The Road to Petrolia! The Lost Coast!…read more My brother knows all the good spots up here. He has lived up this way for the past 13 years and knows all the roads, scenic views, ins and outs etc of Humboldt County. He took us through Ferndale and then we hit this road for a little drive. This road is pretty rough. Potholes, uneven ground, gravel, 2 lanes turning into 1, bumps etc. If you have a 4wd, you will be fine. We had a Chevy Sonic rental car, and my mom was bitching and complaining about the bumps the whole way up lol. You know what though? It was worth every single bump and bruise done to the car and our asses! This road is absolutely beautiful! It's a windy road that goes for about 40 miles. We didn't take it the whole way, but did go about 20 miles on it. Took us about an hour in, mostly uphill (we stopped to snap a lot of pictures!), and only about 30 minutes coming out, mostly downhill. This drive had everything! Beautiful scenery at every turn. Cows roaming freely in the fields, tons of beautiful ferns, bushes, trees etc. You would go from high up the hills, through thick fog, down into clear skies where you could see for miles and miles. I'm telling you, this road had EVERYTHING! We wound up down by the beach and stopped to take in the sights. Absolutely stunning! Appropriately named "The Lost Coast" due to nothing being developed out this way, no main highways/roads that connect to these small communities along this road. If I won the lotto, I would buy a house up this way. Nobody for miles and miles! If you have some time, I would highly, and I mean HIGHLY recommend this drive. Off the top of my head, I can't think of a more scenic drive that I have encountered in my 39 years on Earth. It was beyond beautiful and I'm glad my brother took us on this path.

Rough road, best taken in something with some suspension travel to cushion out the bumps. I took…read moreit in my mildly lifted Samurai which was perfect. Take your time and be careful through all the blind curves. SPECTACULAR views, some of the best I found in a weekend that includes Highway 36, Crescent City and plenty of redwoods. The view of the coast and beaches was a wonderful treat. I will be printing pictures from this trip.

A breathtaking confluence of natural beauty, a striking resemblance to recognizable Grandmotherly…read morefigure and a stimulus to the imagination...all encompassed within the backdrop of a stunningly beautiful beach that is always uncrowded, always clean and effortlessly accessible. It is the sweet dessert for anyone who finds comfort, inspiration and pleasure being along a salty shore.

This is a massive, super cool rock formation on Trinidad Beach…read more "Grandmother Rock" is situated on the north end of Trinidad Beach and a very easy walk from the parking lot. Legend has it that the Tsu-rai Indians once used this beach as part of their summer camp. One day, a young warrior launched his canoe into the cold waters of the beach (Northern California beaches do not have warm water even in summertime!). He never returned and his grandmother waited so patiently for him on the beach that eventually, the gods took pity on her and turned her into a rock. You really can see her - sitting, huddled up, looking out to sea, and even her hair - in a bun on the back of her head. The "bun" even has some succulent plants growing out of it. You really don't have to use much of your imagination to see this striking image. Definitely worth a trip for some cool, northern California local flavor.

On a sunny day the walking trail can feel like a breeze but on a cloudy day it can feel a tad bit…read moresketch depending on the sidewalks and blocks you walk. Constantly be aware of your surroundings, nothing in particular has occurred to me but as a person who grew up in L.A., is passionate of true crime stories and have witnessed homeless and/or mental health. Be mindful in taking valuables with you or leaving them in your car. You can either leave your car behind Target parking lot, near the Old Town Waterfront or across the block of Living the Dream ice cream store. Which is another spot that is highly recommended.

Nice little boardwalk on the Humboldt Bay to go for a stroll and watch the boats go by. There are…read moresome shops and places to grab a bite near Eureka's historic Old Town and Waterfront area. You can also book a sunset cruise on the Madaket. Other than that, I mostly enjoyed going for walk with the cool breeze in my face while eating an ice cream cone. Lots of homeless people hanging around in the later hours.

The best winery I have ever been to in my life. The vibe here is beyond special. I look forward to…read morecoming back as many times as I possibly can. The wine is delicious. The staff is super kind and attentive. Highly recommended. 5 star. The owners show their love for the craft through out every detail of this business. A very special experience for sure.

Nice, comfortable and friendly local showroom for the small winery. Unfortunately the day we went…read moretheir single African food truck was closed for the private birthday party and the bar's kitchen ran out of charcuterie board ingredients. The three tasters wine were OK and service staffs were friendly.

8/29/24 Came here…read moretwice today. Once this morning to visit Old Town and then by accident in the evening when going out for Happy Hour/dinner. Quality/Quantity - The first lady working the center is AMAZING. She was the one whose husband is in the Coast Guard. So sorry, I forgot her name. She is so positive and helpful. And when we stopped by on accident for the grand opening event, she was so welcoming again! The entertainment, food, and drinks were all so good. Met a few locals and business owners. And no food was wasted, as I saw the "public" come and finish it all off. The food was so good, especially the tri tip. Too bad I am trying to eat healthier. Oh, and no drinks were wasted, I helped finish all that off, LOL. Atmosphere - Clean welcoming space. Open 7 days a week from 10am to 5pm. Service - 6 stars!! And on both visits. Price - Free, thank you. Owner Comments - Congrats again on your grand opening.

The Eureka Visitor Center is located in the heart of downtown Eureka and is in the same building as…read morethe Clarke Historical Museum. Inside is a lot of information and educational material about Eureka and the surrounding Redwoods parks. There is someone there to answer questions if needed. I enjoyed looking at the display that shows all the movies that were filmed in the Redwoods Region.

Vista Point is a local park like area - right off of U.S. 101 Southbound - just north of…read moreMcKinleyville, CA. As I passed it the first time during my recent vacation to Northern California - I though that this would be a really cool place to visit right at Sunset. Turns out I was right - and lots of other folks - both locals and travelers - had the same idea. There were a lot of people there - waiting for the sun to set! As soon as the sun had dropped beyond the horizon, most folks immediately took off. I hung out for a while and enjoyed the view, the smell and tang of the ocean, and the sounds of the surf. The place closes after dark. #VistaPoint

Cool little hub of a whole lot going on. Event central. If you're interested in eureka old town and…read morewant some info, support for an event or want to get involved with the latest and greatest, this is the spot!!

City of Fernadale, I heart you! Craftsman/Victorian homes are my weakness!…read more This town has been on my radar for years & finally the Victorian gods blessed me with a visit. BTW this is Guy Fieri's hometown too! There isn't much to do here but there is a lot to see in 20 mins lol. Definitely try to stay at a bed and breakfast to get the full experience. Simple life, simple living, shops close early and kids riding their bikes to the local market for candy! Ohhh the good ole days!

Took a short excursion off highway 101 to visit this super cute Victorian village. It was founded…read morein 1852. Most current population recorded 1,377 (per 2019 census). The Victorian architecture is gorgeous! So intricate. The storefronts on the main street are kept up nicely. Such a beautiful walk on both sides of the street. There are clean public restroom available near the automotive shop. People were friendly and welcoming. If you get a chance, check out the cemetery, down and around the corner from the main street. Super cool looking...part of it is up on a beautiful hillside. There are a bunch of above ground headstones too...many dating back to 1800s. Highly recommend!