Crescent City, California: Where the Redwoods Meet the Pacific

At the northern edge of California, where the Pacific meets some of the world's tallest trees, Crescent City offers a coastal getaway with a little bit of everything. Beaches, redwood forests, wildlife, scenic drives and historic landmarks are all within easy reach, making this small Del Norte County community a convenient home base for exploring the Redwood Coast.

Start at Battery Point Lighthouse

One of Crescent City's best known landmarks is Battery Point Lighthouse. Built in 1856, the historic lighthouse sits on a small rocky island just offshore. When the tide is low, visitors can walk across the causeway to explore the lighthouse and take in views of the surrounding coastline.

The nearby shoreline is also a great place for a walk and some beachcombing. Pebble Beach Drive follows the oceanfront and provides access to Pebble Beach, where visitors can search the shoreline for agates and other colorful stones.

Explore the Redwood Forests

One of the biggest reasons to stay in Crescent City is its proximity to some of Northern California's most impressive redwood forests.

Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park is just northeast of town and is known for enormous old growth trees and the Smith River. Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park lies about 10 miles south, while Redwood National Park and Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park are also within an easy drive.

For travelers who want to combine a beach vacation with time among towering redwoods, Crescent City makes a convenient base.

Get Outside Along the Coast

The coastline around Crescent City offers plenty of opportunities to get outside. Visitors can explore beaches, watch for marine wildlife, hike coastal trails or simply spend some time enjoying the Pacific.

Tolowa Dunes State Park, about 10 miles north of Crescent City, offers another side of the North Coast with sand dunes, wetlands, seasonal lakes and broad ocean views.

The area is also known for wildlife viewing. Seals, sea lions, pelicans and other coastal wildlife can be spotted around the harbor and shoreline.

A Great Base for a Northern California Coast Trip

Crescent City works particularly well for travelers who want to explore more than one destination. From here, you can head south along the Redwood Coast toward Trinidad and Eureka or north toward the Oregon border. It is also a starting point for exploring the redwoods, beaches and scenic drives throughout Del Norte County.

For a longer stay, having a vacation home gives you room to settle in and explore the area at your own pace.

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