Immerse yourself in the history of the Eel River Valley, with collections of railroad, farm and war era artifacts, baskets and a Children’s Touch Corner, all housed in an original 1893 railway depot building.
Headwaters Forest Reserve (Southern Entrance)
Palco Rd 1, Hydesville, CA
The Salmon Pass Trail at the southern entrance of the 7472-acre Headwaters Forest Reserve winds through striking old- and second-growth redwoods. However, this trail is only accessible by guided tour mid May – mid July. Visit the Bureau of Land Management’s website for tour reservations.
Rohner Park Forest
9 Park St, Fortuna, CA 95540 (707) 725-7600
This 50-acre retreat, in the heart of Fortuna, has miles of peaceful walking trails in second-growth redwoods and showcases native wild shrubs and herbs. Stop at the Fortuna Railroad Depot Museum near the park entrance.
River Lodge Conference Center and River Walk
1800 Riverwalk Dr, Fortuna, CA 95540 (707) 298-8504
The River Lodge Conference Center is located on the Eel River in sunny Fortuna. A handsome 6000 square foot building with rustic, cabin-esque design offers a sophisticated space for meetings and events. The River Walk trail, a two mile stretch beside the Eel River, is accessible from the Conference Center and boasts sweeping pastoral views of farmland and the mountains beyond.
Fortuna
Known as “the Friendly City within the Redwood Forest,” Fortuna is the perfect home base for a variety of day trips. Fortuna boasts all of the conveniences of a bigger city, but maintains that small town charm. Because of its proximity to Humboldt Redwoods State Park, Avenue of the Giants, Victorian Village of Ferndale and Eureka, its the perfect base for your getaway.
Home to a host of lodging and dining options, Fortuna is ideal for any visitor looking for a relaxing change of pace. In the summer, the whole town blossoms with art, wine, chili and beer festivals, a historic rodeo and a host of other fun events.
