Freshwater Travel Guide
Eureka
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Popular places to visit

Sequoia Park Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Sequoia Park Garden, a lovely green space in Eureka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Carson Mansion
Learn about the local history of Eureka when you take a trip to Carson Mansion. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Humboldt Botanical Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Humboldt Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Humboldt Hill. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Sequoia Park Zoo
Visit the animals who call Sequoia Park Zoo home during your travels in Eureka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Six Rivers National Forest Headquarters
Six Rivers National Forest Headquarters is just one of the places to see in Eureka, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Bayshore Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Bayshore Mall during your stay in Eureka. Wander around the natural setting or experience the area's art scene.
Things to do

Old Town Eureka's Hidden Gems: History & Street Art Walking Tour

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Eureka From Wood To Wonder!
Top hotels in Freshwater

Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn
A little outdated but good
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

The Snoozzz Inn
The owner is very nice and helpful
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Eureka Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
It would be helpful if we knew about the stairs to get to front desk and it is better to park in back to check in since I am handicapped. Room was very small and door hits toilet so doesn’t open all the way. Nice to have the refrigerator. Maids were very nice.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Blue Lake Casino & Hotel
I can’t wait to visit the Blue Lake Casino again! The staff up front were all so friendly and made check in a breeze. The room was amazing - clean, comfortable, roomy, and the AC worked great. The casino floor was a lot of fun and I was impressed - they had live music going late, food options available ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Best Western Arcata Inn
We were pleasantly surprised by this hotel as it seemed older, and we did not have high hopes. It was clean and seemed like they did some updates. The staff, and we spoke with many, because we always have questions, were all outstanding and helpful. The cleaning staff were friendly and helpful. When ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Bear River Casino Resort
One of the staff ladies i forgot her name but was there in the morning on sat 25 (april) was super nice and helpful.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Freshwater

Greenside Park
While Greenside Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carson Mansion and Sequoia Park Garden.

Downtown Eureka
If you're spending some time in Downtown Eureka, Carson Mansion and Morris Graves Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Eureka
Unique features of Old Town Eureka include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Clarke Historical Museum or Humboldt Cultural Center while you're exploring the area.

