Eureka California Rated Great Place to Retire

The U.S. News & World Report has named Eureka, California as one of the Best Places to Retire. The publication's web site champions Eureka's weather, cultural attractions, economy, geography, historical value and recreation as among its desirable attributes for retirees. "Natural beauty is a hallmark of this Northern California City," states the report. Hiking, biking, boating and fishing are all sited, along with the area's redwood forests, rugged shoreline and sandy beaches.

http://www.usnews.com/listings/retirement/california/eureka


Eureka Near California Parks and Willderness Areas

When L.A. Times travel writer Hugo Martin needed a quick list of his favorite parks and wilderness areas in California, he took out his photo album, cranked up his memory and listed the places in the Golden State that really gave him the WOW factor! These are six places that really blew his hair back, the six biggest WOW makers in the state and Redwood National and State Parks, a short drive north of Eureka is one of them. Martin says you'll "feel part of a bigger and more beautiful world" when you visit these parks, a visit Eureka residents can make as often as they like!

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/travel/destinations/usa/la-tr-ultimateparks1-2009feb01,0,609618.story


California Campgrounds

California is covered with campgrounds, hundreds of them. When the Ultimate Guide to California decided to list the top five, it was no surprise that one of them is just a half hour drive from Eureka. Patrick's Point State Park is credited with its excellent campgrounds, beautiful lagoons, beaches, redwood, fir and pine forests, meadows, and cool summer weather. One of the five best campground in the state, is right here!

http://www.travel.latimes.com/articles/la-trw-ultimatecoastcamp1-2009feb01


See what Eureka can be like on You Tube

One of Eureka's favorite annual events is featured on a video produced by the Humboldt State University Alumni Association. It's the Humboldt Bay Paddlefest! This two day event brings residents and visitors alike to the shore of the bay for a fun and educational experience.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0v0hLAi06hc