Trinidad State Beach
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The Park is currently OPEN.
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Parks trail crew will begin to work on repairing these portions of the trail system in April 2024, in order to ensure that work is completed after the rainy season.
Pedestrians found utilizing the closed portions of trails will be subject to citation per District Superintendent's Closure Order.
Welcome to Trinidad State Beach
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It is a short hike through the woods, across open bluffs, and past seasonal wildflowers down to the beach. Low tide is the best time to visit. On the high bluffs above the beach there is an open meadow with scattered stands of alders. Visitor facilities include restrooms, parking, and a small picnic area with, tables and stoves.
Location/ Directions
19 miles north of Eureka, CA just off Highway 101. Tucked in a secluded cove near the town of Trinidad, this small sandy beach is a pleasant retreat from the traffic of the nearby highway. Park address: 4150 Patrick's Point Drive Trinidad, CA 95570