*HEAT ALERT: With temperatures set to exceed 110 degrees throughout much of the state this week, California is urging everyone to take extra precautions as they celebrate the Fourth of July. Governor Newsom has directed the Office of Emergency Services to activate its State Operations Center. Read about how California is preparing for this heatwave. The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for parts of California from 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 2, through Sunday, July 7, at 8 p.m. PDT. Please be sure to take extra precautions when heading outdoors and know before you go by checking the park’s webpage ahead of time. Visit our safety tips webpage and get the latest on the weather at weather.gov.

The Park is currently OPEN.

Reservations

Contact Number

(707) 445-6547

Park Accessibility Information

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Park Hours

Daily 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Fort & Logging Museums:
Self-guided Interpretive Trails

Park Activities

Are Dogs Allowed?

Yes
Except for service animals, dogs not allowed in buildings.

Day-Use Activities & Facilities

Historical/Cultural Site
Env. Learning/Visitor Center
Exhibits and Programs
Interpretive Exhibits

Trail Use

Hiking Trails

Park Facilities

EV Information

E-Bike Locations
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EV Charger Locations

Other Facilities & Visitor Information

Parking
Restrooms
Drinking Water Available

Park Directions

Get directions through Google Maps

South side of Eureka, CA, the park is located just off HWY 101 on a grassy bluff overlooking Humboldt Bay & the Bayshore Mall. East on Highland Ave. 1 block.
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.

Welcome to Fort Humboldt State Historic Park

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Fort Humboldt is a historic miliatry fort, situated on a bluff overlooking Humboldt Bay. This remote military post was established in 1853 and later became the headquarters for the Humboldt Military District.

District Contact Information
NoCoastRedwoodsInfo@parks.ca.gov
District Office: (707) 445-6547
District Fax: (707) 441-5737
3431 Fort Ave.
Eureka, CA 95503