Centerville Beach Cross, Summit cross in Humboldt County, US.
The concrete cross stands on a hill overlooking Centerville Beach, serving as a navigational marker along the northern California coastline.
The cross, first erected in 1921 by the Native Sons of the Golden West, commemorates 38 individuals who perished in the SS Northerner shipwreck of 1860.
The monument received designation as California Historical Landmark number 173, reflecting its importance in the maritime heritage of Humboldt County.
Visitors can reach the cross by following coastal trails from Centerville Beach, where parking facilities and interpretive signs provide additional information.
Local resident Seth Kinman gained recognition for wading into the surf during the shipwreck, successfully rescuing numerous passengers from the turbulent waters.
GPS coordinates: 40.56980,-124.35155
Latest update: March 12, 2025 16:44
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