Table Bluff, Coastal promontory in Humboldt County, California, United States
Table Bluff is a rocky coastal point that rises 165 feet above the Pacific Ocean, standing between Humboldt Bay and the Eel River delta. The area contains mixed grassland and spruce forest that support diverse wildlife and plant life.
A lighthouse station was built on Table Bluff in 1892 to guide ships along this dangerous coast. Additional structures were added during World War II to support military operations in the area.
The Wiyot people called this location Giloulh and held this territory as an important part of their homeland. Visitors can sense the deep connection between this coastal point and the indigenous history of the region.
A county park offers direct access to beaches and serves as a starting point for hang gliding and paragliding. Visitors should be prepared for windy conditions and bring weather protection, as the exposed location offers little shelter.
An ecological reserve at this location protects one of the few remaining populations of a rare lily species found in only a few spots along the California coast. This plant thrives in the specific soil and climate conditions that exist at this coastal point.
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