Visit Arcata

10/24/2024

Have you made it to the Arcata Community Forest this autumn?🍂 did and shared some pictures from the journey. and feel the fall magic in our lovely redwood forest 🍃

10/17/2024

Some beautiful shots of our little downtown 💓

📸 Thanks for capturing these moments

10/07/2024

Check out this haul from the Arcata Farmers’ Market! 😋 Fresh fruit, veggies, and flowers… what more could you want? Rain or shine, the farmers’ market is on every Saturday year round so come check it out and !

Thanks for sharing your aesthetic basket of goodies! 💐

10/01/2024

Have you visited the Arcata Community Forest? It’s filled with lovely sights of mushrooms, redwoods, ferns, chipmunks and so much more! Check it out for yourself and

📸 Thanks .dig for sharing this photo!

09/18/2024

Wow 🤯 Look at that action shot! Did you know that Humboldt County has some of the best Mountain Biking in the world? 🚵‍♂️ In fact, it’s one of the most common pastimes in the community! And featured in this shot is local business owner tearing it up!

Ready to get out there and stretch your legs ~ erm ~ your pedals? We’ve got trails for all skill levels! ❤️

08/27/2024

It’s not just the nature that’s stunning in Humboldt County! 😍 Come enjoy our beautiful historic homes and buildings such as the Bair-Stokes House aka “The Love Witch House” just like did! Plan your trip today and ❤️

08/16/2024

Traveling around California this summer? 🚙 Don’t forget to visit the wild side of the State up here in Humboldt County! Stunning redwoods,🌲 picturesque beaches,🌊 and unique local businesses abound in and around Arcata. We’re waiting for you! ❤️

Thanks to for these wonderful photos!

07/03/2024

The Arcata Fairy Festival 🧚‍♀️✨ takes place every summer on the Plaza in Arcata to celebrate all things mystical, magical, and fantastic! It features dozens of local craftspeople, musicians, artists, and other performers.

Pictured here is performing on a fire engulfed aerial hoop 🤯 as captured by local photographer Patrick Rutherford.

For more photos of this event, visit

05/24/2024

Did you catch the aurora borealis aka the northern lights when they stretched across the world? Here in Humboldt County, far away from city lights, we got a spectacular view!

📸 Thanks to for sharing this spectacular photo

05/20/2024

The 34th Annual Oyster Fest 🦪 is back on the Arcata Plaza, Saturday June 15th from 10 am - 5 pm! 🎊

This year’s festival will feature live bands on two stages, local DJs, over 20 food vendors, 50 artisan vendors, 10 canna brands, dozens of local beers/wines/ciders, and of course tons of delicious oysters! 🤤

Learn more at ArcataBayOysterFestival.com and on

01/03/2024

Do your New Year’s Resolutions include traveling more, experiencing new things, becoming more active, or reconnecting with nature? Do all that and more right here in the lovely city of Arcata and the surrounding Humboldt County.

Learn more and start planning your trip at visitarcata.com!

Thanks to Kevin LoMiglio Photography for these amazing photos!

10/23/2023

Have you ever seen a sunrise like this? Though it’s now the rainy season here in Humboldt County, when sunrises and sunsets peak through the fog, they’re especially stunning. Come see for yourself and .

Thanks to John Bright for sharing these colorful shots with us.

10/06/2023

Humboldt County loves its elk! Though you won't find any here in Arcata, it's just a short drive to Orick and Redwood National and State Parks where you will find them in abundance!

Remember, elk are wild animals and they like their space. When admiring the elk, do so from a safe distance!

Thanks to Chelsea Hammonds ( on Instagram) for taking these photos.

09/29/2023

Have you visited the historic campus of Cal Poly Humboldt ? There aren't many campuses that border a redwood forest and are so filled with beautiful buildings like Gist and Founders Hall. It's a sight to see whether you're planning to attend school or not. Check it out next time you're in town and

📸Picture Credits to Jessica Paz ( on Instagram).

09/20/2023

Arcata is known for its stunning natural beauty and opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy nature! But to do that, you need supplies! Adventure's Edge is a local one-stop-shop for all your outdoor needs! They've got everything from bikes to boots to packs to clothing and apparel. Check out everything they have to offer next time you .

09/12/2023

Furry friends are out and about enjoying these late summer days in Arcata! You might catch a glimpse of them at Redwood Park like Conor Fitzgerald ( on Instagram) who took these photos did. 🐿While you're there you might also find our new pump track, scheduled to be paved this week and the beautiful community forest.

09/01/2023

Watch the dazzling sun rise ☀️ and the peaceful moon 🌕 set from the Arcata Bottoms and see just why we love Arcata so much.

Thanks to Humboldt Aerial Images for snapping these shots.

09/01/2023

The annual I Block Party is back on Monday, September 4th! Come celebrate and support Arcata's Sister City, Camoapa, Nicaragua! There will be live music, local microbrews, BBQ, a silent auction and more! The best part is that proceeds go directly to the Arcata-Camoapa Sister City Project which helps fund important projects in Camoapa like building latrines, providing medical supplies, and more.

Join us this Monday, Sept 4th, from 12-6pm right outside our Arcata shop on I Street for the 36th Annual I Block Party! 🎉 Enjoy live tunes 🎶 and mouth-watering eats 🐟 — all for a great cause! Admission is FREE.

Celebrating 36 years of global friendship, this event serves as the annual fundraiser for the Arcata-Camoapa Sister City Project. Every dollar raised goes towards supporting Camoapa, Nicaragua 🌏❤️