I love visiting this museum. One of my favorite parts are the exhibits of interior spaces, such as a barber shop. It's reminiscent of the displays at the Royal BC museum in Victoria, which is one of the highest compliments I can offer. You would never expect so much in a small town museum, but the Ferndale museum delivers!

The Ferndale Museum is a wonderful small-town museum that preserves and shares the deep history of Ferndale and the Eel River Valley. Housed just a short walk from Main Street, it is filled with artifacts, photographs, tools, and everyday items that tell the story of this Victorian village and the surrounding farming and logging communities. The exhibits are diverse and hands-on. You’ll find everything from Victorian home settings to a working blacksmith shop, barber shop displays, and even an active Bosch-Omori seismograph that still records earthquakes. The museum also highlights the area’s Native American history, the roots of the dairy industry, and the importance of logging in shaping the region. Every corner feels personal and grounded in local life. What makes the museum special is its authenticity. The volunteers and staff are passionate and knowledgeable, eager to share stories and context that bring the exhibits to life. It feels more like a living community archive than a formal museum, which makes it welcoming and easy to explore. There’s also a small gift shop with books and items tied to Ferndale’s history. Visiting here is the perfect complement to walking Ferndale’s historic Main Street. After admiring the ornate Victorian architecture, the museum fills in the human story behind the buildings. It’s affordable, accessible, and absolutely worth a stop for anyone curious about local history or the unique heritage of this corner of Humboldt County. If you love small museums that overflow with character and pride of place, the Ferndale Museum is a must-see.

Volunteers were great! Nice little museum. $2 per adult, kids under 16 are free. Definitely worth checking out, there are some interesting things and stories.

The staff were super friendly and very knowledgeable about all of the exhibits. I loved all of the old phones and farm equipment. Very nice spot, I would recommend it very much and I am definitely going to be coming back.

Jerry filled my head with historical facts about Ferndale and nearby areas. We talked for about an hour. Parking is free 2hrs parking. The cost is only 2 dollars.

I will never visit the Ferndale Museum again. I see from your website that to see the exhibits you ask for a donation only. But upon entering the museum the woman at the desk told me it was a $5 fee for each person. I paid $10 which is not what I had experienced in past visits.

Ok, this is a hidden gem ( not well hidden). My son and I took the haunted tour and were delighted by the staff and displays!

Ferndale Cemetery is a serene, historic gem with well-kept paths and striking memorials. Its peaceful ambiance invites reflection, though signage could improve for easier navigation. A tranquil escape, perfect for quiet contemplation.

This is an absolutely beautiful cemetery! I wonder why it is not been in more movies. The layout is just spectacular. You can really feel the history walking through. This is very well-kept and there’s lots of beautiful flowers and trees throughout the cemetery

Cemeteries are supposed to be creepy, but this one is truly beautiful and was established in 1868. Rhododendrons surround the grounds and we walked through and read many headstones. Loved the flowers and next time I will bring some to leave. We saw a man jog through the cemetery while we were there. This is a great place to stop on the way to the Redwood National Parks. Lots of great little coffee shops in town as well.

Absolutely beautiful cemetery. Please note that it is on a hillside, quite the hike to the top, but there is a road that you can drive up if you are unable to walk the full length.

Truly unique and amazing cemetery. Fantastic layout.

Those who have passed sleep peacefully at Ferndale Cemetery. With a stunning view from the top of the cemetery overlooking a widespread valley. Many of the gravestones have been around since the Mid 1800s. You can feel the history and authenticity. There is no lingering sense of dread only peacefulness. I recommend to everyone interested in authenticity and the history of Ferndale.

beautiful cemetery, interesting layout and lots to see. it feels very historic and full of stories. uniquely picturesque, the more you wander around the more stunning it becomes.

Beautiful town filled with lots of historic buildings and friendly people. A true hidden gem. Not just a background for the Dustin Hoffman movie “OUTBREAK” or the classic Jim Carey “THE MAJESTIC” but ta family friendly town that you can stay in comfort and slow down and enjoy your days. Lots of outdoor activities in and nearby. Bring your camera and fishing pole and even a beach blanket. Grab a picnic supplies from a local shop.

Great spot to find info about things to do in Ferndale as well as tourist information for things to do in the area! Cool shops and art galleries too... just a half block from the clean public restrooms!

Nice architecture nice shops

We only viewed it from the outside but even then could appreciate the splendor of it all.

Cool place to take a picture given the very interesting architecture of the building. Private club tho, so can’t go inside. Probably plan for 10 minutes of your time and move on. Still, must-go in Eureka.

Beautiful old Victorian definitely worth seeing while in Eureka. As others have mentioned it’s a private club not accessible to the general public. UPDATE: As suggested I went by and took a photo of the Carson Mansion decorated in all its Christmas glory. Spectacular‼️🎅

Beautiful, but whoever approved that green fabric Porte-cochère did the place no favors.

We ate the restaurant and stayed in the carriage house. The food was ok. The carriage house was nice and large and fully stocked like an Airbnb. However, I expected a lot more given the mystique and history of the place. Update: after receiving a reply below from the Ingomar, I went to the site to provide more information. Alas, there is no place to provide feedback. 🤔 The biggest surprise to me was how empty the restaurant was. In a fairly large dining room, there was just one other couple eating and we were seated right next to them. That and a large projector/screen system playing the football game. It just seemed like we were in the wrong place. There were other little things that didn't measure up to what I always heard about. Not necessarily bad, just didn't meet my expectations.

It's the Carson mansion but you can't access it as it's members only so you can only view the exterior

It's a beautiful building. When are the crown jewels of eureka. Private club and they will chase you off.If you even try to look into the windows. It looms as a very unfriendly, one percenter location

The park is quite lovely and we have made it a new annual tradition to camp here. The individual campsites vary widely, from open and airy to closed off and secluded. The Sue-meg village tour is very worth checking out. Staff is always friendly as well.

Beautiful Park. We did not have enough time to spend there. We were only there a few hours but it was so beautiful. A short walk down a nature trail to the beach.

This is one of the parks you have to pay to get into...$8.00...and it is worth every penny. We trekked down the hill to Agate Beach, where, if you choose, you can take up to 15 pounds of Agates with you...we did not. Even though we were there when the tide was fairly high we still got to enjoy some tidepools with starfish and anemones. There are many trails available and beautiful viewpoints throughout the park. We really enjoyed our visit.

My favorite state park on the coast! The ceremony rock was so unexpectedly magical. I’ve stayed at both abalone and agate campground. I preferred abalone. Agate beach was phenomenal. I love all the outcroppings & over looks. Super walkable. The raccoons are WAYYY to friendly and not at all scared of ppl. We had several in the trees around us each night & we’re very tenacious trying to sneak into camp.

the staff at the front entrance were super nice. the whole park seems well maintained and has so many pretty spots to check out, like Agate Beach and Wedding Rock. we hope we can come camping here again in the future as it felt so peaceful. it was $8 to enter, cash or card accepted

So beautiful and peaceful. The staff were friendly and informative. The showers and bathrooms were very clean and well stocked. My new favorite place!

The campsites have to be reserved ahead of time. They are beautiful and secluded with lots of space. Each campsite comes with a picnic table, metal, fire, pit, bear safe food storage, and running water. You can hear the ocean from the park and it’s quite an incredible and magical experience .

Easy to get to right off the freeway. Stopped by during a roadtrip and had a chance to check out some cool stones and minerals! They have a general gift shop, a gallery with more unique/expensive items, and their own mineral museum! Super cool spot to check out

Just south of Fortuna off of highway 101 is a great place to see amazing gems, minerals, and rocks! They have a spectacular museum off to the side of the side of the shopping area. The prices are very reasonable and the variety and selection is immense, they even have meteorites and tektites! Staff are friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. I totally enjoyed looking and shopping here and highly recommend.

Amazing rock shop and museum! Definitely worth a visit. Megalodon teeth, ammonites, huge rose quartz pieces and numerous other large and small rocks and gems of all types. Incredible geode collection. Just seeing the geodes is worth a stop. Super friendly customer service, and very knowledgeable guys working there. We really enjoyed our stop here at Chapman’s. Highly recommend it!

i love the museum, crystals i’ve never seen before and so many displays of petrified wood. beautiful selection of crystals, seashells, and fossils for sale in the store. unique crystals in forms and shapes i’ve never seen! bought crystal dice, crystal elephant and dragonfly. reasonable prices and great service!

Always always worth the drive to go there! Incredible selection of rocks, gems, fossils, etc... They have everything from rocks in bulk to statement pieces. Don't forget to go to the museum while there. You won't be disappointed. Staff have a lot of knowledge too.

Can't say enough good things about this place. Such amazing and unique products! Their prices are more than fair and they really do have something for everyone. So glad we stopped in and made a visit

Awesome rock shop! The best shop we have ever been to!! The museum is phenomenal

Fun walk and visit today; opens first Saturday of the month. Beautiful views of the calm ocean behind Trinidad Head. Watch out for poison oak along the road. Wonderful bird sounds along the path.

Low tide arrived while we were there, so we wandered up and explored.

This gem was built in 1871. If you attend during open hours, you can check out the view from up top. There's a human guide to share the history of the lighthouse.

Amazing view. The first Saturday of every month the trail and original light house is open for tour. Really cool

Hiked out to the lighthouse to find gate blocking the last distance. Not publicized, no signage until you get to the gate. Beware, you need to hike up the hill in order to see this sign.

Beautiful views and great place to go to see the sights. Amazing beach, go here if you're in the area!

So poorly maintained that the viewing platform, to be used when the lighthouse is not open (which is 30 out of 31 days per month) is practically hidden in the undergrowth. Not a worthwhile destination. I hope none of the businesses in Trinidad are hoping for tourist $$.

I absolutely love this park and how many options of toys there are for the kids to play with. This park is very clean and safe for your whole family to get out and spend quality time together. It's very clean and well taken care of.

Sequoia park garden is such a hidden oasis. Tucked away right next. To Sequoia zoo. Would be a. Great place to be on a sunny warm day in euerka to read a book or just relaxing

Extremely well maintained park. Lots of trails among the giant redwood trees and areas for kids to run around. Right next to the old town Eureka. The sky walk and zoo is close by.

This garden is incredible. We make sure to stop by and visit the beautiful plentiful colorful dahlias whenever we are passing through Eureka (which usually happens to be in July). Thank you so much for those who maintain and beautify this garden. This is such a treasure. Anyone passing through Eureka in the summer should 100% stop here!

Sequoia Park Garden in Eureka is one of the most enchanting and peaceful corners of the city, a place that feels like stepping into a secret sanctuary hidden inside the larger park. While the redwoods and trails of Sequoia Park are awe inspiring in their own right, the garden offers a more intimate kind of beauty. It is carefully tended, full of color and texture, and designed in a way that makes you want to slow down and really notice the details around you. Every time I visit, it feels like entering a quiet escape from the rest of the world. The garden is filled with seasonal flowers, blooming shrubs, and beautifully landscaped pathways that wind through the space. Depending on the time of year, you might see roses bursting with color, rhododendrons glowing in spring light, or dahlias adding their bold shapes and hues to the summer beds. The variety makes the garden feel alive year round, and there is always something new to notice. It is the kind of place where you can bring a book, sit on a bench, and just enjoy the peace of being surrounded by so much natural beauty. What I love about Sequoia Park Garden is the way it contrasts with the towering redwoods nearby. You can take a walk under trees that are hundreds of feet tall, then step into the garden where everything is smaller in scale but just as impressive in detail. The fragrance of flowers, the buzzing of bees, and the fluttering of butterflies all add to the sense of calm. It is a reminder that nature is not only about grand landscapes but also about the delicate beauty of individual blooms and careful design. The garden is also a favorite spot for locals to gather. Couples come here for photos, families stroll the paths together, and community members often use it as a quiet space to relax. Weddings and special events are sometimes held here, and it is easy to see why because the setting feels timeless and elegant. For me, Sequoia Park Garden is one of the hidden gems of Eureka. It is not as large or as well known as the zoo or the Sky Walk, but it has its own unique charm that makes it unforgettable. Every visit feels restorative, like you have been given a moment to pause and breathe deeply. It is one of those places that shows off the softer side of Humboldt’s natural beauty, and it is one I always recommend to anyone who wants to experience something truly peaceful in the city.

Beautiful free gardens! Walked by here after the zoo. Came at the end of June and almost everything was in full bloom! Huge variety of mature flowers in bright colors.

Sequoia Park Garden is one of those peaceful little spots that’s easy to miss but totally worth finding. It’s right next to the zoo and the forest trails, and it feels like a quiet escape tucked into the edge of town. If you’re into flowers, hummingbirds, or just want a calm place to relax, this place is perfect. There’s a cute gazebo in the middle, a big open lawn where you can stretch out with a book, and benches scattered around for when you just want to sit and take it all in. The flower beds are full of color, especially in spring and summer, and there are always pollinators buzzing around—bees, butterflies, and tons of hummingbirds. It’s fun to try and snap pictures of them as they flit from flower to flower. It’s never too crowded, which makes it a great spot to unwind. Whether you’re coming from the zoo or just walking through the park, this little garden is a nice place to stop and catch your breath. It feels peaceful, like you’ve stepped into a slower, quieter world for a bit. This isn’t a big touristy place—it’s more of a local favorite where you can sit, think, daydream, or just enjoy being surrounded by nature. Honestly, it's one of the best places in Eureka to just chill. Grab a coffee, bring your camera, or pack a lunch and make it a relaxing part of your day.

The zoo was a great experience! There was a nice variety of animals, and the bald eagles were especially cool to see. We mainly went for the skywalk, which was a lot of fun and such a unique experience. The tickets felt a little pricey, but overall it was worth it. I would definitely go again with friends and family.

Surprisingly amazing. We went there for the rescued bears only to find the the park was easily navigated and full of great information on each exhibit. We really didn't know what to expect, but found the staff incredibly friendly and informative, and each exhibit full of amazing, comfortably enjoyable friends ( animals). Small and perfect to visit on your trek through the redwoods. 💞

Loved, loved, loved Sequoia Park Zoo. The Sky walk overlooks the bear enclosure and is a fun little adventure all on its own. While the zoo is one of the smaller I've been to, we loved every encounter, and I found myself just smiling away the whole time. The enclosures are well maintained, none of the animals looked sad or too confined, and the staff were all very friendly and engaging. I highly recommend this sweet place. I'd definitely go back if I were to be in that area again on a future road trip.

This was a very small zoo with the skywalk being the main attraction. I enjoyed the monkeys, two eagles, two bears, hamsters, flamingos, and the eagles nest that you can climb in. But was disappointed the red panda exhibit was shut down for repair and that there were no river otters in their exhibit. The sky bridge was a cool experience and worth the stop in for that. It gave us an up close look at the redwood trees and a new fascination with just how majestically tall these trees are.

The park is small but so amazing we had so much fun seeing all the animals and taking our time enjoying the environment! The animals are all so happy and active in have never been to such a zoo were the animals are having so much fun! The Skywalk was amazing and the park and hiking area right next to the zoo was awesome!

For the Skywalk, 5 stars. For the zoo, 3.5. Staff was great, offering educational info on animals as you happened upon them walking by cages. But a number of enclosures were empty and there didn't feel like a ton of animals. The skywalk was beautiful and worth it, even though we had done several during our trip.

Super fun, to see South American animals in a zoo is new and unique. The redwood Skywalk was amazing and spooky looking down at how high you were. We would recommend always. It was sad that some of the exhibits were down for maintenance but understandable. Only downside was parking was impossible.

Great dog friendly beach. Usually not crowded. Decent amount of parking and public bathrooms.

We stopped here to walk the dogs on the beach. It was a nice wide beach. Just wish that people with cars would be considerate and not park in the longer parking spots and let RVs or trucks with horse trailers use those spots as intended since they would struggle to fit in the regular parking spots.

Gorgeous flat Norcal beach. Horse friendly, dog friendly, family friendly. We found a beautiful spot with leftover firewood from the night before, and enjoyed the roar of the Pacific ocean for a few hours. This beach has a wheelchair pad/path all the way to an amazing view of the beach..

Nice, peaceful little stop! We’ll be back!

This is one of my favorite beaches . It's 15 minutes from my house. It's got what seems like miles of open beach to walk, run, or horseback ride. From there all the way to Moonstone Beach. It's perfect for my Dogs to go there. People are courtese still and pick up after their dogs. If you're a Tourist and want Sandollars, this is the Place to go. Also for Shells.

One of my favorite beaches. It is huge! I've been coming here since I was a kid. The beach is very flat which makes it good for walking and kids playing in the waves. You'll see dogs and horses here. Camping and day use allowed.

Long stretch of sand before the ocean, but besides that and the wind, nice beach. I once ate an egg sandwich here and it got all over my clothes. My first time there, a boat was parked many feet away from the tideline...very odd.

This is a must see for all families and anyone who appreciates the outdoors. It's amazing to see these giants reaching into the sky. Some of the bases are well over 10 ft wide. Let's hope the next several generations will be able to visit and enjoy this, instead of it being harvested or die from pollution.

Some huge Redwood trees located in this forest. Only seen in California to Washington. Worth taking a drive there if you are going through the area. Thousands of them in this area. Enjoy the big ones that take 40+ years to get that size.

One of the best hiking and camping trips I’ve done. Photos don’t do justice to how monstrous these trees truly are in person. You feel like you’re walking through a real Jurassic Park. Truly amazing. Mother Nature is astonishing.

If you only think of this as a National Park with big trees, you are missing out. It is also a great ocean park with great beaches and Roosevelt Elk walking amongst the waves. Fern canyon is epic as well, one of those hikes you will never forget. Plus, there are many great drives, overlooks, wildlife, river activities, campgrounds, and trails. Top all that off with the tallest trees on earth. Underrated, you will be hard pressed to find a park more enjoyable.

Definitely worth visiting, 2 days will allow you to see the highlights of the park. All the visitors centers have friendly staff. Fern canyon was well worth seeing. Depending on when you go you do need a reservation for this. The views are breathtaking and it’s amazing to see all the redwoods. Scenic routes are a must for this national park and well worth your time.

It's been quite a few years since I've been to the Redwood National Park. We did the hike from the visitors center to the BIG TREE. I love these huge beautiful trees. I do think that there's a lot more downed trees then last time and wish (hope) that the state would do a better job of forest management then it looks like they are doing. We should do everything we can to save these forests for future generations.

It’s a mesmerizing place to be. Redwood national is so vast and beautiful with different landscapes. It is a perfect place for hiking, trekking, driving, camping, swimming the list goes on and on. Being there made us realize how small we humans are!!!!!!

Scenic trail surrounded by towering redwoods and elevated views that give a different perspective compared to lower groves. The walk is easy and accessible, making it suitable for most visitors. Interpretive signs along the trail add context about the forest and its history. Parking is limited, so arriving early helps. A peaceful and memorable stop.

Great hike!! There were about 10 of us ages 55 to almost 80. We all really enjoyed our hike. Limited parking but we all found a space. The rest rooms were a plus. Everything was clean and neat from the parking lot to the trails.

Magical! There is a reason this is one of the most visited trails in the park. There are so many ancient redwoods, spectacular rhododendrons when in season. The trail is flat and wide, easy to hike for all ages and abilities. GO IN THE MORNING FOR THE BEST EXPERIENCE. Beware: this parking lot will fill up at peak hours during the summer. Also- the road (Bald Hills Road) is not in good condition. You will have to share this narrow road with logging trucks. RVs are not recommended.

An easy, beautiful hike through redwoods and rhododendrons. It's a good hike for most ability levels, with only a few hills, and a wide, level path. It leads past some particularly big redwoods, some of which are hollow, and depending on the season there are all kinds of wildflowers.

Absolutely amazing. Loved that the kids are allowed to play and climb on the trees in this area. It is a short easy hiking loop. Lots of great photo opportunities.

This hike gives you a different visual experience than the other redwood forests in this region. There are less fallen trees and a greater change in its topography than other locations. What makes this hike even more unique than others, is that it gives you very close access to the trees themselves. On top of that, depending on weather conditions, the trees can be covered in clouds, making this experience very special.

You have to see the Redwoods to really appreciate just how huge these trees really are and this grove is absolutely spectacular! The road to get there is quite steep but it is paved. There is parking but it can be limited depending on how many people are doing the hike. There are restrooms on site as well. The trail takes you through some beautiful stands of trees and loops around back to the parking area. It's very much worth the time to wander through it!

Cool, stop along the road. Cool story to the immortal tree. There are two overpriced shops here with restrooms. The stores here are very expensive. There are more shops just south of this stop with way better prices. Your welcome...😎

The Immortal Tree is an inspiring and humbling stop along the Avenue of the Giants. This incredible redwood has stood for over 1,000 years and has survived logging attempts, lightning strikes, floods, and even a direct hit by a logger's axe—yet it still stands tall and thriving. Truly a symbol of resilience! The signage near the tree does a great job telling its remarkable story, and it only takes a few minutes to visit, making it a perfect stop to stretch your legs and reflect on the power of nature. There’s also a small gift shop and restroom nearby, which is convenient if you’re road-tripping through the redwoods. It’s a short but meaningful stop that leaves a lasting impression. Highly recommended for anyone driving through Humboldt Redwoods State Park!

A true testament to the resilience of these wonderful and truly beautiful beasts of nature as they tower over our small existence showing us and always reminding us that nature and life are tremendous as well as precious!

Great spot. One of the last stops on the famous Avenue of the Giants. Wonderful gift shop with fresh coffee. Gave me the energy I needed after a long day of exploring. The Immortal Tree was impressive. Great display of the resilience of old growth redwoods.

This was a fun item for what it is, as all of these trees it is amazing.

Located next to the Ave of the Gaints RV park .. its huge and reading is history is worth a stop

I'm not sure why I never knew this gem was here, but so glad we came upon it!

Wonderful, enchanting walk through some ancient forest woods. The redwoods are otherworldly here! Seeing so many massive fallen trees on the ground helps to give some perspective for how large these trees really are.

One of the most impressive groves along the Avenue of the Giants. Towering redwoods create a majestic atmosphere, and the trail is flat and easy to walk. Parking is simple, making it highly accessible. A standout stop with some of the largest and most memorable trees.

If you don’t want to travel all the way North for areas like Stout Grove and the Titans, this area is almost as good. The street in front can make for good photo opportunities with the right light.

This is an awesome spot to see some trees what have fallen over. It's also a very short loop with an option to go further.

Great walking path through the redwoods with some fallen giants that serve as fun obstacle courses for visitors!

Great walks through the giant redwoods. Hi early, it can get busy. Have a good nap. Trails are marked, but so many folks tramp around off trail taking pics that it's easy to get lost.

THIS PLACE WAS BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Love that it was a self guided tour and the information the pamphlet provided. Peaceful

Interesting facts, pictures and lots of different kinds of information, not just about big foot. The staff is great and very welcoming

Interesting stop if you’re passing through. We came here on a Wed while in the area. Note that they’re closed on Mon and Tue. There is an interesting collection of local history and a separate room dedicated for Bigfoot information, print casts and photos. For a small town whose logging industry has been declining, Bigfoot is probably the only thing keeping the town alive. Staff was friendly and shared brief history of the town. Supposedly a small place that attracts retirees. Regardless if you’re a believer of Bigfoot or not, it is worth a stop to indulge in the lore.

Very nice museum with a ton of information about the town, the region and Bigfoot himself!! Had a great time taking pictures and reading all the history.

Amazing place to see a variety of birds but also just to walk and enjoy the sound and scenery

Nice stop for info that turned into over an hour looking around at all the historical pieces they had. Laid out very nicely had a side wing of all bigfoot info. Some good info on bigfoot like the maps in the pics, news articles and plaster foot casts. The nice lady that was running the center was super friendly and fun to talk with. Definitely worth stopping by if you get in the area.

Great museum about the local area and bigfoot.

We visited this place because of the Bigfoot display. It's great fun! There are other local historic things that fascinate. My dad was born nearby and it was interesting to see displays of things he and others had talked of when I was younger. Small, worth the trip. Hope to visit when they have the blacksmith and other reenactments.

The guides were skilled and the excursion was so much fun! The river was flowing pretty fast when we went and we really enjoyed the brisk water. We hit some pretty big drops down the rapids and had fun getting tossed off the raft. We stopped in the middle of the trip to hike up to a waterfall then continued our river cruise! A fun crew and safe company to go with!

First time rafting and it was better than expected. Knowledgeable and fun staff. Safety and ensuring a memorable experience always felt like a priority. Cannot wait to go again!

Family owned and operated. Expert guides who go way above and beyond to make sure you'll have a great adventure (with safety being their first priority). You can pay more for a bigger operation and a less personal experience or you can choose Redwoods and Rivers Rafting. We are a family of four...mom, dad, our two sons aged 9 and 16. Everyone had a blast!! Highly recommend this rafting crew!!

Our family had a full day rafting trip with Redwoods and Rivers. It was a blast! We were in great hands all day, the equipment was perfect for us, the rapids were exhilarating and we even stopped for a beautiful scenic hike! We are already talking about going again. Thanks for making our day on the river spectacular!

Redwoods and Rivers is amazing!! The guides were knowledgeable and relaxed but safety conscientious which put everyone at ease. They stopped at swimming holes so we could jump from boulders and they made a really delicious lunch. 10/10 would recommend!!

This was the most amazing experience!!! My husband and I went out for our first time rafting and we were in the best hands. Top notch guides, equipment, the day flowed so well with a great stop for lunch as well. Aaron and the crew did an amazing job with all of the kids and their parents as well. Definitely recommending to all friends and family! Thank you for creating a core memory for us ❤️

We had such a good time yesterday on the river with our guide Matt. Everyone was a lot of fun, easing our worries (this was our first time so we were all a bit nervous) with jokes and good vibes. This is a fun group of people! Matt was great with my 9yo son, and had the chillest coolest attitude of “this is your day, I’m on your schedule”. The river was gorgeous, birds, turtles, fish, oh my! We will definitely be back. Thank you! I also want to add that these guys had all the good vibes and attitude even while a looming forest fire was heading their direction. We are sending all the good vibes right back atcha guys!🙏🏽 Be well! Stay safe!

We enjoyed our visit. Interesting place. You have to be part of a tour to see inside the Joss House but fortunately they showed us around though we got there at 1:15 and the official afternoon tour time had been 1pm.

Did the guided tour, the guide was a wealth of information. Beautiful building! Guided tours are 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Well worth it!

Parts of the temple were made in china and shipped, first to San Francisco then to Red Bluff all via boat/ship. But the last 85 or so miles were by cart, mostly likely pulled by a working animal taking about seven days. Now the Victorian mansions in Red Bluff make a lot more sense.

A highly recommended place to visit. Learning about Chinese immigrants to the US during Gold Rush. The guided tour is worth every pennies with a bonus of using the ticket to visit Shasta Historic Museum for free.

Beautiful place with gorgeous architecture, and a wonderful knowledgeable staff. I've been going since I was a kid, and it's always a peaceful building to tour.

It was neat and had a lot of historical information specific to the chinese miners. It was a small temple with an interesting speech about things. Fun way to kill a little time in Weaverville

The Weaverville Joss House is the oldest continually-operating Chinese temple in California. Joss House opened its doors in 1874. State park historian Jack Frost says the word "Joss" is a name the Portuguese gave Chinese Taoist temples. California has many historic Joss Houses, but what makes the Weaverville Joss house the oldest temple is shipping records found on the shrine. It was made in Canton, China and shipped to San Francisco in 1873. Brought up the Sacramento River by riverboat. The gold rush of 1849--then the construction of the transcontinental railroad in the 1880s--brought Chinese immigrants by the thousands to California, but a number of those Chinese moved to Weaverville because it was safer. That's not to say racism and hate didn't find its way into Weaverville. During Mao's Cultural Revolution of the 1960s and 70s, many of China's cultural artifacts were destroyed. As a result, the Weaverville Joss House is home to important items from China's past that can't be found elsewhere. It's still an active place to worship. Every week that I work here, I have Chinese visitors.

A great little museum, and one of the best small town museums I've been to. The majority of its exhibits follow the history of the town from its roots as a mining community until the early 20th Century, with many rifles, mining equipment, antiques, and old machinery on display. They also have a ton of artifacts from the local Native Americans and the 19th Century Chinese miners, as well as a few display cases dedicated to local businesses and organizations, such as the Masons. Besides the artifacts, the museum contains a ton of great information, mostly contained in large rotating racks alongside most of the display cases. Beyond the main space, there is an archive in the next room, a downstairs that contains many old pianos and other large artifacts, and two yards on the grounds outside that hold many of the old mining artifacts and equipment. Overall, this place is definitely worth a stop while you're in Weaverville, especially since the Joss House remains closed due to COVID as of June 2021. Definitely recommend.

This museum gave a good feel for the way of life for both early american pioneers and Chinese immigrants who established the city that exists today. There was a broad exhibit of artifacts including tools for gold mining, rocks representing the geology of the area, tincture bottles, clothes, medical devices, firefighter tools, photos of local citizens through the town's history, musical instruments (mostly pianos), a relocated jail cell, and more.

Really cool local museum focused on Trinity County. Definitely well organized. History nerds can easily spend a hald or even full day here.

Fun little museum... great pieces of history here. Fun to learn about the area... small gift shop... friendly staff

Great museum on Northern California social history, logging, mining, fire fighting, etc. We ended up talking to a retired Federal water agency guy for an hour or more about all kinds of stuff. A lot to learn here.

Very cool place to visit on our way to the coast. Love seeing the black smiths at work. Super impressive! It was fun to explore the area and learn about its history.

By far one of the best free museums I have visited throughout the country! Donations are appreciated but not required, but I was more than happy to leave one from the variety and unique items on display! Most small town museums have generic antiques and relics on display, but this museum has so much more, from an entire telegraph pole from the 1850s, to the original jail cells from the courthouse basement complete with art from inmates; and from weapons and clothing from famous robberies, to relics from the Great Chinese War of 1854 in Weaverville! The amount of history and education provided from this museum rivals some state and national museums! Truly a must-see when visiting Weaverville, or definitely worth the drive if visiting Redding, CA!

Beautiful location and some of the best wine anywhere with extremely reasonable pricing. Leah took good care of us. We will enjoy coming back again!

Million dollar views. Keith is a win making master. Don't go expecting pristine buildings. They have a lot of "character".

I recently had the pleasure of renting out Alpen Cellars, a beautiful winery nestled in a stunning Trinity County, for a party, and it was an experience to remember. The picturesque vineyard, coupled with the serene ambiance, made it the perfect setting for a wonderful and romantic getaway. The winery itself is breathtaking, with lush grapevines stretching as far as the eye can see and a charming rustic elegance that permeates the entire property. The staff at Alpen Cellars went above and beyond to ensure that our party was a success, providing exceptional service and making us feel welcome and cared for throughout our stay. After the festivities, we retired to their glamping tents, which added a unique and adventurous touch to our experience. The tents were well-appointed and offered all the comforts of home while allowing us to stay connected with nature. Falling asleep with creature comforts while waking up to the gentle sounds of nature was truly magical. We also rented out the campground, which provided a private and cozy space for our group. The campground was well-maintained and offered amenities that made our stay comfortable and enjoyable. It was the perfect setting for intimate gatherings around the campfire, sharing stories, and creating lasting memories. Overall, our experience at Alpen Cellars was nothing short of exceptional. The combination of the stunning winery, luxurious glamping tents, and charming campground created a wonderful and romantic atmosphere that we will cherish forever. If you are looking for a unique and unforgettable getaway, I highly recommend Alpen Cellars.

Stayed here for the 4th of july with some buddies, the swimming hole was awesome and the wine was good. The lake is about a 20 minute drive. only downside was no cell service and the campfire barrel was pretty small. Had a great time and the owner is very kind! I highly recommend coming here.

Gorgeous setting for a winery. They had a good selection of wines and all were exceptional. The employees were very personable too and lovely to talk with. Had a lovely tasting. The kids even had fun running in the grass and playing on the swings.

We have been going here once a year (while camping for a week in Trinity), for 12+ years. We bring cheese and crackers to have while tasting. It's our favorite place to visit. The owner, Keith, wife and family are very nice and wonderful people.

Great wines, great setting and great people running the vineyard. Jefferson State Wine is why we went being we are great supporters of Jefferson, but now we are also supporters of Alpen Cellars.

10/10 would watch the sunset and hold hands with someone here. Beautiful wildlife everywhere Especially extra Beautiful on the full moon. Safe place for kids and dogs to swim

We love Whismeytown. There are so many locations on this lake to take your family to find a spot to day-chill if you don’t rent a Pontoon to enjoy the lake. The water is clean the views are breathtaking.

Visited the lake in early August, drove right off of Hwy 299, and was able to access the water very easily. The water was clear and the perfect temperature. I wasn’t able to detour to much off my route but I am sure you can find places and beaches with handicap parking and access to the water.

The area offers an excellent opportunity for recreational activities, including scenic drives, hiking, and swimming, which I found highly enjoyable.

Great lake for boating and water sports. Beautiful scenery and warm water, we rented a boat and enjoyed the lake for the day. Go and have fun!

Whiskeytown lake is the most beautiful lake I have ever seen. It is so peaceful there and hard to take your eyes off of every inch of the area. Everywhere you turn there there's something amazing to be discovered. The lookout point by The visitors center is also a great place to see how much already of the lake from one location. from what I understand there are tons of different locations to visit there at the lake that offer different views and scenes. There is a little bit of walking and order to get close to the lake but nothing unreasonable. I highly suggest visiting this specific lake. It would be a shame if anyone had come to Shasta County and did not take a trip to this location. The locals and travelers that have visited here have always had the same reaction of complete awe. Great place for kids as well and it is perfect for hot summer days. I often see people reading books by the lake as well as swimming. Just thinking about it makes me want to go there right now. Is very peaceful and quiet so whatever you looking for I can guarantee you this has something to offer. Be sure to charge your phone because you'll be taking lots of photos and bring food with you as there are not many places around there to grab a bite to eat.

An amazingly beautiful place. We parked in a little layby jist beyond the visitor centre which was quiet and had great views, but you could really walk around from there. It was heart breaking to see to the devastation from the wildfires to one side. Praying for the area and for protectio. From future fires.

Beautiful place to just sit and relax. The river flowing below has a wide bank and feels magical with the water stream resembling raindrops on the surface. It's pretty cool on a summer evening. Lots of people (not overcrowded) and friendly families around. The car park is extremely close, so it's not much of a hassle to walk it up.

Do visit this place if you visit Redding. The whole bridge is lit up at night making it a surreal experience. They also have bikes and scooters that you can rent. Bike rentals felt cheaper than the scooters. Many scenic trails besides the river. So take your time and have fun exploring the place. Sunday they had the farmers market setup.

This cool, architectural wonder in Redding is at Turtle Bay Exploration Park is super cool. Use the QR code at the beginning for an audio guided tour with lots of cool information as you walk across. On the other side is an Arboretum and Botanical garden. The audio tour says that the bridge is lit up at night... how cool is that!

The Sundial Bridge is a beautiful spot with a great view of the water. It’s a relaxing place to walk, and there’s plenty for kids to enjoy. The nearby museum and park make it even better, offering both fun and learning opportunities. A wonderful place for a family outing. After parking there is a nice river and picnic area as well but it’s not clean space while I visited,this area isn’t connected to the bridge so not to worry!

A must visit place in Redding CA. The city has done an amazing job if constructing a unique educational piece of marvel. Enjoy the gorgeous views of sunset over Sacramento river. The majestic size of sundial is a landmark if Redding.

The Redding Sundial Bridge is a magnificent engineering masterpiece. It is the largest working sundial in the world that is most accurate during the solstices and its shadow accurately tracks time daily from approximately 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. The Sundial Bridge was designed by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. The walkway has stunning views of the Sacramento River with all its wildlife and spectacular scenic views of the mountains.

Very beautiful bridge day and nite. The only down side was there isn't much other things to do around, which makes our driving distance of about 4 hours each way not really worth it. I'd say it's a great attraction if you live closer or if you are on the way to somewhere else on a road trip, or here for hiking or rafting. The hotel right next to it is not worth it's value. I would recommend to stay a little further and save some money. The only value of it was the walking distance to the bridge. (Star did not deduct for this cause the main review was for the attraction)

Great animal show! We loved the butterfly exhibit and the parrots! Perfect place to bring children, or like us a day time date. I recommend going early to beat the heat.

A Magical Night at Glowing Wild – Redding’s Radiant Hidden Gem If you’re looking for a night of wonder, beauty, and unforgettable memories in Redding, look no further than Glowing Wild. This lantern festival is unlike anything else in Northern California—an awe-inspiring blend of art, nature, and light that feels straight out of a fairytale. From the moment you step through the entrance, you're transported into a dreamlike world filled with giant illuminated sculptures. Towering tigers, graceful dolphins, luminous butterflies, and glowing floral arches line the walking paths, each more breathtaking than the last. The colors are vivid, the craftsmanship is exquisite, and the atmosphere is pure magic. What makes Glowing Wild truly special is how it transforms the familiar landscape of Turtle Bay and the McConnell Botanical Gardens into something otherworldly. The lanterns are perfectly placed to complement the natural surroundings, and as the sun sets, the entire area begins to glow with warmth and wonder. The iconic Sundial Bridge lit up in the background only adds to the surreal beauty.

We enjoyed our visit inside with several exhibits from fish to Legos to a steam punk special. Small but fresh and well curated. The outside was even more special with playgrounds, reptile house, and our favorite the buddies! 😍

What a fun family trip!! We are from southern Oregon and decided to check out Redding for the first time, with this being our first stop… and it did NOT disappoint!!! Everybody had an amazing time, my daughter is 12 and my son is 5 and both of them said that it was the best day. Beautiful well maintained landscaping and animal enclosures, extremely friendly staff. Tons of free giveaway stuff, perfect entertainment for the little ones! You can feed parrots - so fun! And during season you can go inside the butterfly house. It was extremely hot and humid when we went, it would have been nice if they had misters along the walkway/benches but other than that, such a fun memorable experience and we will definitely be back!!! Highly recommend

The park is 5 stars easy, very beautiful area, the museum I would give 3.5. It's interesting, not too big but I liked the birds and was there was a Steam Punk exhibit which was nice. The remaining areas were nice but somewhat limited. Some of the animals are in rather small enclosures. It's a bit expensive for a family visiting and maybe getting a souvenir or two. Older kids may get bored after an hour and for $22 each it would not be worth it. I recommend going to the park, hiking, enjoying the bridge, nature, and the many wild animals you can find in the park. I saw deer and a skunk among other things.

This experience was amazing. There are so many things to do included in the admission fee. Our favorites were the dinosaur exhibit, butterfly house, and the bird house. Aside from the favorites everything else was great also. Something fun is that most of the exhibits have things for kids to touch. Hands on learning is when my daughter has the most fun so I appreciated this experience.

This place was amazing! Outdoor play areas and shows teaching kids about the wildlife in the park and within the area. The highlight for my kids were the butterfly conservatory and the parrot house - the kids got to look at both close up and really enjoyed identifying the different types. The train was also fun, and takes you over the Sundial bridge, which is beautiful! There's plenty of parking and the staff were really friendly and helpful. All in all, a good full day of fun with the kids :)

This is such an awesome church and so God inspiring and I'm on a healing quest to get away from dysfunctional people and originally I was just going to go to Southern Oregon and then cut West, but now I'm making a pilgrimage to Redding just to catch the service at Bethel this morning, and I am so pumped!! I've been hiding out in Mount Shasta to escape the heat, and God woke me up at 3:30 this morning, and I'm originally from Minnesota, and the time there would have been about 5:30, and through chat GPT this morning when I was getting information about the church times it reminded me about psalms 5:3 "in the morning I lay my request before you, and wait expectantly." Wooooooooo e! God is so good!! Update: I attended the Sunday church on 7.6.25 at 8:00 a.m. and I forget the speaker's name but I have seen him on YouTube before and he was talking about space and the word Surge and it was so awesome and enlightening and informative but also funny and like all the speakers here he is just amazing messenger of God. I got there a little early to grab a coffee and went to the bookstore to get Chuck Perry's "Alignment" book, and who walked in just a minute after I did when I was at the checkout, but Chuck Parry, who greeted me and signed the book. To be honest I've been going through some really tough stuff lately going no contact with my family from realizing how dysfunctional everything was after reading sbout their egomaniacal in narcissistic behavior that happens when you reject God and the books ("Pulling your Strings, "Healing from Narcissistic Abuse" etcetera) described to the letter their selfish behavior, and I got up at 3:30 in Mount Shasta yhe night before so I was a little steep deprived, and so I had trouble staying awake the whole day, but by night time I was an hour east of Eureka, California camping, and I walking along the shore around 9:30 a little bit before I was going to go to sleep, and I was feeling so hopeless and and lost and feeling all alone realizing the only person I have in my life right now is God (but in hindsight that's enough) and I was having some really negative thoughts as I was walking along the shore with Chuck's book, and I opened it and started to read it under the moonlight, and was reminded after reading it that I need to turn to God after reading the first dozen pages or so I prayed and like always something happened that was just enough to give me some encouragement, but I ended up having the most vivid dreams where I had confrontations with my family where I was trying to seek answers and they were dismissing me like usual with the typical labels of sensitive or overreacting, even though I saved all their lives many times by putting my brain and body in harm's way to protect them from my bipolar older brother, and I woke up at 3:30 kicking my limbs around in a rage and I had a mini nervous breakdown where I was heave crying, and filled up about 8 paper towels of snot and tissue, but I started praying and journaling I and felt immediately better, and I'm doing good today and so much better and I'm actually feeling optimistic, but had I not turned to God I would be so broken. Enough about me though, the church was so awesome, and I saw so many kind people with niceness in their eyes and what a great energy that was there, not just from the speakers, but from people attending. I was going to write for people to pray for me but instead because God always heals me and makes me stronger like a bone that is broken when I am broken I will instead ask people to pray for lost sheep like my family who have rejected God in place of their egos. God bless Anyone who reads this and God bless everybody who's hurting and know that God can heal your Brokenness because I have been broken so many times in so many ways and have nothing but God, but that's more than enough and I feel whole now and I know I will be broken again but the next time that happens I'm not going to entertain negative thoughts I'm going to go straight to God and start praying.

Love this place! I travel a long way to come and visit, but can't recommend this church enough. Solid teaching, great tunes, you can really feel the presence of God and the community is so lovely. Really recommend if you're searching to give this place a go.

This church is not just a church…it is a place where the presence of the Lord dwells. You just have to experience it for yourself. So grateful for the way God moves here and the amazing people who work and serve at Bethel. Hope to get to visit here again one day! Incredible place with beautiful views of the mountains and hills. The house of prayer and the beautiful gardens and waterfalls are peaceful and just walking around anywhere on the campus is so beautiful. 🥹🤩😍😍😍

Wow! This church is great and so beautiful! It's kinda scary to start a new church but they bring you right into the community! Once you become a member, perform the ritual and harvest the bloodfiend for the first time, it all becomes clear! This isn't a cult, it's a revolution of light against dark. All hail the bringer of light and knowledge! The defiler shall cleanse your essence and birth the new reapers! HAIL DEEP THANATOS!

So recently, my sweet wife and I visited Bethel Church. We drove over five hours from Central Oregon just to have a time of spiritual refreshment from being in a weary season and I cannot tell you how blessed and encouraged. We were to attend the weekend service and the prayer time on Saturday morning at this time, my spouse and I we are experiencing homelessness because of inflation in the economy and we were treated no differently at the church then if we were rich and had a lot of money, we were not looked down upon or treated any differently or people felt sorry for us. It was such a refreshing experience And it helped us tremendously in so many ways physically mentally spiritually and emotionally cannot say enough good things about Bethel Church in Redding, California.

The first service we attended was a baptism service. People were publicly repenting of, and forsaking, new age practices while being baptized into new life in Christ. Worship was wonderful! The next day Bill Johnson preached a service on repentance and stewarding your heart. Lou Engel was also there preaching about communion. I personally enjoyed reading all the negative reviews on here because Jesus said that that people would say those sorts of things about the people who follow Him (and they also said Jesus was a blasphemer who had a demon). We visited about a year ago, but I thought I’d leave a review after all the bad press they’ve been getting lately. Just goes to show you can’t believe everything you read on the internet.

Thoroughly enjoyed the worship, fellowship and Bible-based teaching. Alabaster Box was incredibly peaceful space. Beautiful grounds.