- Our list of the best things to do in Eureka, California, features the top 50 nearby activities — including 26 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Eureka, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Adventures, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 26 things to do within the city of Eureka, CA , followed by 24 popular activities in nearby cities, including Arcata
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Originally opened in 1914, Minor Theatre is a three-screen movie theater that displays first-run feature films. The theater offers stadium seating, auditorium rentals, birthday party hosting and a concession area with food and drinks.
6.4 Miles
With access to the redwood-filled Arcata Community Forest, Redwood Park offers a number of amenities including hiking, a basketball court, picnic areas and a playground. The park is also home to Redwood Lodge, a 1,400-square-foot facility available for rental.
6.4 Miles
As a secluded beach, Mad River Beach has sand dunes to explore and a flat beach area to lounge on. The beach has sand dollars in a variety of shapes and sizes that become more visible during low tide.
6.4 Miles
Affiliated with Humboldt State University, the Natural History Museum hosts an array of exhibits centering on various aspects of science, nature, and history. The museum also hosts a variety of educational programs.
6.8 Miles
The largest theater at Humboldt State University, the Van Duzen Theater is the primary site for the university's music and theater performances. Productions include plays, including Shakespeare, musical acts and dance performances.
6.9 Miles
Arcata’s Larson Park features a variety of amenities, including a large bocce ball court, tennis courts, a playground with a variety of equipment, and green space. The park also features a gazebo that can be reserved for events.
8.0 Miles
The Arcata Community Forest features 2,350 acres of second growth redwood forest. The location offers guests the opportunity to go hiking and mountain biking or to play Frisbee or disc golf.
8.5 Miles
Mad River Stables is an equestrian facility that offers horse boarding services, horseback riding lessons, and summer camps. The facility has fenced in areas as well as horse storage stables.
8.9 Miles
Mad River Beach County Park is actually two parks. One is the beach and the other leads into the Mad River. Patrons can walk along the beach or hike in the dunes. The park offers fishing and wildlife viewing.
9.6 Miles
The Mad River Hatchery is a fish hatchery and nature preserve area that is open for tours during spawning season. Visitors will be able to see the entire spawning process. The surrounding area is suitable for picnicking and fishing.