Humboldt Lagoons State Park

Multiple freshwater lagoons connect to the Pacific Ocean through sand bars, creating distinct ecosystems for diverse marine and coastal species.

The California State Parks System designated this coastal area as a protected zone in 1931 to maintain its ecological significance and natural resources.

Indigenous Yurok and Wiyot communities maintained deep connections to these lagoons, utilizing the waters for fishing and gathering traditional materials.

Visitors access the park via U.S. Route 101, with parking areas near Stone Lagoon offering direct entry to hiking trails and water activities.

The park features an unusual phenomenon where seasonal water level changes cause the lagoons to periodically breach their sand barriers into the ocean.

Location: Humboldt County

Inception: 1931

Phone: +17074882700

Website: https://parks.ca.gov/?page_id=416

GPS coordinates: 41.23060,-124.10300

Latest update: March 10, 2025 04:43