Harry A. Merlo State Recreation Area Tours

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Morning light on Sitka Spruce. Taken from Ryan’s Cove campground on Stone Lagoon on the Northern California Coast.

Humboldt Lagoons State Park

You can take time to visit Humboldt Lagoons State Park during your travels to Trinidad. Wander the forest and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Humboldt Lagoons State Park
Agate Beach along the Northern California Coast is accessed through Patrick's Point State Park. The beach is known for its geological gems that can be found in the sand and nearby cliffs. The access to the beach follows a winding trail descending 300 feet from the parking and the interesting aspect is that there are signs that inform that any rocks, gems, or driftwood that can be carried out is allowed. The catch is that one needs to haul the finds back up the hill. The beach has 2 miles to rock hound. Lynn and I spent much of the day here, found many beautiful stones and polished some back at home. #BeachTips

Sue-meg State Park

You can take time to visit Sue-meg State Park during your travels to Trinidad. Amble around this family-friendly area's forest, or seek out the hiking trails.

Sue-meg State Park
Redwood National and State Parks showing forest scenes and a bridge

Redwood National and State Parks

Walk amid towering trees, hike along scenic coastal trails and spot rare wildlife at this spectacular national park in North Coast California.

Redwood National and State Parks
A view of College Cove Beach from College Cove Trail on a cloudy day

Trinidad State Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Trinidad State Beach during your travels in Trinidad? Amble around this family-friendly area's forest, or seek out the hiking trails.

Trinidad State Beach
Sunset at College Cove

College Cove South

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at College Cove South during your trip to Trinidad? Stroll along the beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the hiking trails.

College Cove South

Big Lagoon Forest Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Big Lagoon Forest Nature Preserve during your travels to Trinidad. Wander the beaches and forest in this family-friendly area.

Big Lagoon Forest Nature Preserve

Best Lodging Options Near Harry A. Merlo State Recreation Area

View Crest Lodge

View Crest Lodge

2.5 out of 5
3415 Patricks Point Drive Trinidad CA
View Crest Lodge
Emerald Forest Cabins

Emerald Forest Cabins

3 out of 5
753 Patricks Point Dr Trinidad CA
Emerald Forest Cabins
The Historic Schoolhouse Inn

The Historic Schoolhouse Inn

2 out of 5
3443 Patricks Point Dr Trinidad CA
The Historic Schoolhouse Inn
Holiday Inn Express Arcata / Eureka - Airport Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Arcata / Eureka - Airport Area by IHG

3 out of 5
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Holiday Inn Express Arcata / Eureka - Airport Area by IHG
Comfort Inn Arcata - Humboldt Area

Comfort Inn Arcata - Humboldt Area

2.5 out of 5
4700 Valley West Blvd Arcata CA
Comfort Inn Arcata - Humboldt Area
Best Western Arcata Inn

Best Western Arcata Inn

2.5 out of 5
4827 Valley West Blvd Arcata CA
Best Western Arcata Inn
Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata

Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata

2.5 out of 5
4750 Valley West Blvd Arcata CA
Hampton Inn & Suites Arcata
Ramada by Wyndham Arcata

Ramada by Wyndham Arcata

2.5 out of 5
3535 Janes Rd Arcata CA
Ramada by Wyndham Arcata
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