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Hike the Hammond Coastal Trail
Published on 22 Apr, 2010 at 21:45 in Beaches & Water Activities, Outdoors & Parks | Viewed times | No Comments
One of the best places to bike, hike, jog, or ride a horse in Humboldt County is the Hammond Coastal Trail. Part of the California Coastal Trail, it is more than five miles long, stretching from Arcata north to Clam Beach County Park in McKinleyville. The trail lies along what was originally a railroad track
See the Blooms at the Azalea Reserve
Published on 22 Apr, 2010 at 21:44 in Outdoors & Parks | Viewed times | No Comments
If gardens are your interest, you’ll love Azalea State Nature Preserve, particularly in the spring when this 30-acre park is in full bloom. The beauty and scent of these multi-colored trumpet-shaped blossoms is intoxicating. Azaleas, a type of rhododendron, are often referred to as “the royalty of the garden.” The Western azalea, Rhododendron occidentale, thrives
Take a Walk or Toss a Ball at Hiller Park
Published on 22 Apr, 2010 at 21:37 in Outdoors & Parks | Viewed times | No Comments
Whether you’re a parent with kids, a nature-loving dog owner or just someone who enjoys a scenic walk, McKinleyville’s Hiller Park and Sports Complex is worth a visit. The 58-acre regional park has much to offer. The Sports Complex has two nicely maintained Little League fields, one Babe Ruth field and a softball field, so
Surf or Play at Humboldt County Beaches
Published on 22 Apr, 2010 at 5:44 in Beaches & Water Activities | Viewed times | No Comments
Nothing expresses the beauty of Humboldt County quite like a trip to one of its amazing beaches. Enjoy a day of family fun at the seashore at Clam Beach, or challenge yourself to surf the waves at Moonstone Beach. Moonstone Beach is one of the most popular surfing spots in Humboldt County, and for good
Visit McKinleyville, California
Published on 22 Apr, 2010 at 4:09 in Visitor Attractions | Viewed times | No Comments
In the 1860s, rancher Joe Dow established a community between the Mad and Little Rivers. In 1897, a post office and general store were built. In 1901, the residents of what was then known as Minorsville memorialized slain president William McKinley by adopting his name. From a population of 600 in 1940 to an estimated
