Fort Humboldt
Fort Humboldt is situated on a bluff overlooking Humboldt Bay. This remote military post was established in 1853 to assist in conflict resolution between Native Americans and gold-seekers and settlers who had begun flooding into the area after the discovery of gold in the northern mines.
Location/Directions
South side of Eureka, CA – just off HWY 101 on a grassy bluff overlooking Humboldt Bay & the Bayshore Mall. East on Highland Ave. 1 block.
(Eureka, CA Latitude/Longitude: 40.8021 / -124.1624)
From Oregon/Crescent City – Take 101 South to Highland Avenue in Eureka.
From SF Bay Area – Take 101 North to Highland Avenue in Eureka.
From Sacramento Area/Southern California – Take I-5 North to 299 and head eastbound to 101. Take 101 South to Highland Avenue.
Climate/Recommended Clothing
Coastal/temperate. Summer 50-60. Morning & evening fog is common. Winter 40-50 with 35″ of annual rainfall occurring mostly Nov.-May.
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