Bigfoot Rafting
From Fortuna: approx. 60 miles northeast off Highway 299, Willow Creek, CA
(800) 722-2223

Guided half day to three day trips on the Trinity and Klamath Rivers. Raft and inflatable kayak rentals. Shuttles. Families and first timers welcome.


Cannibal Beach/Hookton Beach
From Fortuna: approx. 20 miles northwest via Loleta, Loleta, CA

Two popular beaches in Loleta, a short drive northwest of Fortuna, are Cannibal and Hookton Beaches. Cannibal Beach is a good launching spot for kayakers where the Eel River forms an estuary and the water is mellow and flat. A popular fishing spot is the public pier on the South Jetty at the end of Hookton Beach. The jetty is a good spot to catch kelp bass, snapper, ling cod and perch.


Carlotta
From Fortuna: approx. 6 miles east off Highway 36, Carlotta, CA

Just east of Fortuna on Highway 36, in Carlotta at the 6.3 mile marker, is a popular swimming hole. Park at the turnout and walk down to the river.


Carson Mansion
From Fortuna: approx. 22 miles north off U.S. 101 in Eureka
143 M Street, Eureka, CA

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Grand Victorian architecture built between 1884 and 1886 for pioneer lumberman William Carson, his wife and four children. Said to be the most photographed Victorian home in America. Drive-by touring only; not open to the public — Second and M Streets, Eureka


Centerville Beach

West of Fortuna is Centerville Beach, outside the Victorian Village of Ferndale. Flanked by spectacular cliffs of gray sandstone carved into unique formations by the ocean, hikers will see a variety of birds and sea life while enjoying the quiet of the beach. Exit Ferndale/Fernbridge to Ferndale, turn right at Shaw Ave, then left to Centerville Rd.(approx 3mi).


Drive Thru Tree
From Fortuna: approx. 30 miles south on The Avenue of the Giants, in Myers Flat, Myers Flat, CA
(707) 943-1658
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Famous Drive-thru tree and Drive-on log visitor attractions. Cafe serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Redwood gift shop. Open all year. (707) 943-1658



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