Freshwater Travel Guide
Eureka
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fort Humboldt State Historic Park
You can find out about the history of Eureka when you stop by Fort Humboldt State Historic Park. Wander around the natural setting or experience the area's art scene.
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
Self-Guided Eureka Scavenger Hunt: Eureka From Wood To Wonder!
Top hotels in Freshwater
Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn
Everything was clean, good breakfast, great hot tub. Need to fix the lights in it though.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Bear River Casino Resort
Room had a constant humming noise but was clean and comfortable. Staff was very nice, and the food was good.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Eureka Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The room was nice and clean. The shower was in need of a deep clean, but was usable. It was centrally located to downtown and made walking a breeze. I wish the bar or restaurant were open. We missed those, but the breakfast was good with different options.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Snoozzz Inn
Good Stay!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Emerald Forest Cabins
Excellent and systematic. We went on Christmas day in the evening. We did not meet anyone from the team by the check in process was so smooth and silent. It was very impressive.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hotel Arcata
I checked in as the recent fire raged a block away. Power had been cut in the surrounding area so any formal check-in could not be accomplished. The staff merely handed me a room key and requested I stop by the desk after power was restored, and at my convenience. My formal check-in was completed ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 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
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Old Town Eureka. You might consider stopping by Clarke Historical Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
