Arcata Guidebook
Basics
Arcata is on the north end of the Humboldt Bay, conveniently located for easy access to the best the redwood region has to offer! A great hub for day trips to the Redwood National and State Park, Humboldt Redwoods State park and many others. You could also spend a weekend enjoying the numerous trails, parks, beaches, restaurants and offerings within the city of Arcata. A laid back and eccentric town home to Cal Poly Humboldt with locals that love where they live and appreciate the natural wonders around them!
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Arcata
Arcata is on the north end of the Humboldt Bay, conveniently located for easy access to the best the redwood region has to offer! A great hub for day trips to the Redwood National and State Park, Humboldt Redwoods State park and many others. You could also spend a weekend enjoying the numerous trails, parks, beaches, restaurants and offerings within the city of Arcata. A laid back and eccentric town home to Cal Poly Humboldt with locals that love where they live and appreciate the natural wonders around them!
Sightseeing
Redwood Park is the perfect place to get aquatinted with the redwoods! A short walk or drive from the heart of Downtown Arcata, you'll find yourself immersed in the grandeur of the redwoods. Have a picnic on the main park lawn, play on the playground or spend the day exploring the many hiking trails. For those with a mountain bike, be sure to checkout the well maintained trail system at Redwood Park. https://www.trailforks.com/region/arcata/
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Redwood Park
490 Park DrRedwood Park is the perfect place to get aquatinted with the redwoods! A short walk or drive from the heart of Downtown Arcata, you'll find yourself immersed in the grandeur of the redwoods. Have a picnic on the main park lawn, play on the playground or spend the day exploring the many hiking trails. For those with a mountain bike, be sure to checkout the well maintained trail system at Redwood Park. https://www.trailforks.com/region/arcata/
The Arcata Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary is a local gem. Perfect place to catch a sunset over the Humboldt Bay, take a walk through the numerous trails bordering the bay, water treatment ponds and marsh lands. Bring your binoculars as the marsh is a major migratory route for thousands of birds and home to river otters and other wildlife.
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Arcata Marsh
The Arcata Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary is a local gem. Perfect place to catch a sunset over the Humboldt Bay, take a walk through the numerous trails bordering the bay, water treatment ponds and marsh lands. Bring your binoculars as the marsh is a major migratory route for thousands of birds and home to river otters and other wildlife.
Food scene
Tomo Japanese Restaurant is a must for sushi lovers. Open Monday-Saturday 4pm-8:30pm. Don't miss happy hour from 4pm-5:30 for great deals on drinks and special rolls!
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Tomo Japanese Restaurant
708 9th StTomo Japanese Restaurant is a must for sushi lovers. Open Monday-Saturday 4pm-8:30pm. Don't miss happy hour from 4pm-5:30 for great deals on drinks and special rolls!
A local favorite for bagels, pastries & coffee!
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Los Bagels
1061 I StA local favorite for bagels, pastries & coffee!
Seafood lovers paradise! A modern seafood restaurant for lunch or dinner with great atmosphere, craft cocktails, and a raw bar for local oysters, ceviche and more! Recommend making a reservation for dinner. 707-630-5300
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SALT Fish House
935 I StSeafood lovers paradise! A modern seafood restaurant for lunch or dinner with great atmosphere, craft cocktails, and a raw bar for local oysters, ceviche and more! Recommend making a reservation for dinner. 707-630-5300
Meat lovers paradise! An upscale and modern live-fired steakhouse with an expansive craft cocktail beer and wine menu. A popular place, reservations recommended. 707-630-5148
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Campground
865 9th StMeat lovers paradise! An upscale and modern live-fired steakhouse with an expansive craft cocktail beer and wine menu. A popular place, reservations recommended. 707-630-5148
All the breakfast essentials in a bright and cheery space!
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The Big Blue Cafe
846 G StAll the breakfast essentials in a bright and cheery space!
Featuring locally roasted coffee from Humboldt Bay Coffee, Familia is an essential stop for your coffee, espresso and pastry needs!
Familia Cafe in the Creamery District
1350 9th StreetFeaturing locally roasted coffee from Humboldt Bay Coffee, Familia is an essential stop for your coffee, espresso and pastry needs!
Cider & pie enthusiasts, look no further! Choose from tons of ciders on tap or enjoy house made empanads & pies from their large menu with an option for everyone.
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Slice Of Humboldt Pie
828 I StCider & pie enthusiasts, look no further! Choose from tons of ciders on tap or enjoy house made empanads & pies from their large menu with an option for everyone.
Once you go you will make this an essential stop for every visit to Arcata! Homemade ice cream with unique and classic flavors in a cute and inviting space.
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Arcata Scoop
1068 I StOnce you go you will make this an essential stop for every visit to Arcata! Homemade ice cream with unique and classic flavors in a cute and inviting space.
Artisan coffee, espresso, breads and pastries. You won't want to miss a stop at their pastry case or leave town without a fresh baked loaf!
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Cafe Brio
791 G StArtisan coffee, espresso, breads and pastries. You won't want to miss a stop at their pastry case or leave town without a fresh baked loaf!
For wine lovers, the perfect place to grab a glass and snack on a cheese plate while people watching at the always entertaining Arcata Plaza. An extensive bottle selection with a both locally made wines and wines from around the world!
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Libation
761 8th StFor wine lovers, the perfect place to grab a glass and snack on a cheese plate while people watching at the always entertaining Arcata Plaza. An extensive bottle selection with a both locally made wines and wines from around the world!
Grab a pint and play shuffle board at this local craft brewery favorite! Locally owned and operated, they brew multi-dimensional hand crafted ales and lagers for beer lovers of all types.
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Redwood Curtain Brewing Company
550 S G StGrab a pint and play shuffle board at this local craft brewery favorite! Locally owned and operated, they brew multi-dimensional hand crafted ales and lagers for beer lovers of all types.
If you are in town on a Saturday, be sure not to miss the Arcata Farmer's Market! Enjoy the bounty of Humboldt County with tons of local farmers, fish mongers, butchers, cheesemakers, bakers, candlestick makers, craftsmen and food vendors!! Open 9am-2pm on the Arcata Plaza.
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Arcata Farmer's Market
8th StreetIf you are in town on a Saturday, be sure not to miss the Arcata Farmer's Market! Enjoy the bounty of Humboldt County with tons of local farmers, fish mongers, butchers, cheesemakers, bakers, candlestick makers, craftsmen and food vendors!! Open 9am-2pm on the Arcata Plaza.
Unique Experiences
A unique hatchet throwing experience, complete with beers on tap! Like bowling, but with a hatchet and bullseye!
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Hatchet House Throwing Club
737 G StA unique hatchet throwing experience, complete with beers on tap! Like bowling, but with a hatchet and bullseye!