There’s lots to see right in Trinidad when you're RV camping at Emerald Forest Cabins and RV Park. Trinidad is a seaside village, and the coastal rocks are home to one of the state’s most diverse seabird colonies, with more than twelve species represented. Movie scenes for
The Lost World: Jurassic Park
and
Outbreak
were filmed on area beaches. The Trinidad Museum is housed in a restored Victorian bungalow with five exhibit rooms highlighting Yurok traditions, the Gold Rush, fishing, whaling, shipping, and logging. There is also a casino with games, a lounge, and an event center. Special events that take place here every year include the Westhaven Blackberry Festival, the Blessing of the Fleet, and Taste of Trinidad. Make sure to visit the Trinidad California Tourism and Lodging Association and the Humboldt County Visitors Bureau for the latest in local news, happenings, and visitor guides.
You can also spend some time in Arcata when you are staying at one of the RV campgrounds in Trinidad. Arcata is home to Humboldt State University and is renowned as a “hippie haven.” Some of the top things to do and see here include the Arcata Community Forest, the Natural History Museum, the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Arcata Farmer’s Market. Some of the special events that happen here include the Creamery Festival (which is more about the arts than dairy farms), the Oyster Festival, Godwit Days, and Arts! Arcata.
Eureka is another city that is easily accessible with a Trinidad rental motorhome. Eureka was originally a Gold Rush site and a mill town and is now a hip, happening destination. The Old Town district features Victorian architecture, restaurants, and retail therapy, and guided cruises on a turn-of-the-century ferry are available. Other highlights include the Clarke Historical Museum, the Morris Graves Museum of Art, and Redwood Highway. Annual events that you may want to consider when planning your visit here include the Eureka Fringe Festival, the Salt and Fog Fish Fest, Strangebrew and Oddeats, and the Eureka Street Art Festival. Be sure to visit Visit Eureka, City of Eureka Visitors, and the Eureka Chamber of Commerce to learn more about local happenings, attractions, and visitor guides.
When you decide to head out of the RV park for something to eat, you can treat yourself to some of the finest and freshest seafood around. Other local eateries include cafes and grills, ethnic eateries, and farm-to-table fare. If you need to refill your rig, you can easily find gasoline and diesel fuel at any of the local truck stops, convenience stores, and service stations.
