Harry A. Merlo State Recreation Area Tours

Visit Harry A. Merlo State Recreation Area

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Agate Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Agate Beach during your trip to Trinidad? Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area, or seek out the hiking trails.

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 relaxing area.

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.
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Sue-meg State Park

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

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.

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 relaxing area's forest, or seek out the hiking trails.

College Cove South

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