Accessible Features at Humboldt Lagoons SP
Accessible Features at California State Parks | Humboldt Lagoons SP | Definitions and Terms | Activity Descriptions
Overview
Humboldt Lagoons State Park lies on the sandy, windswept edge of ocean and forest. Formed by the clash of two tectonic plates, it’s part of the largest lagoon system in the United States. Forty miles north of Eureka, the park includes Big Lagoon, Stone Lagoon, and Freshwater Lagoon, as well as Dry Lagoon, which is now a marsh, bordered by dunes, forests, prairies, and coastal scrub. Visitors can hike the California Coastal Trail and paddle, swim, and fish at the lagoons. Phone (707) 677-3570 for more information.Trails
The Stagecoach Hill / Azalea Nature Trail is a 0.62 mile accessible loop trail through Fir/Spruce Forest and Azalea meadow overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The trail is compacted aggregate that is usable year-round, and offers great views. There is a bench at the overlook in the Azalea meadow. The trail surface is compacted aggregate. The trail is generally flat at less than 5% slopes with intermittent sections between 5% to 8%. Accessible parking is located in the parking lot.| Trail Name | Running Slope | Cross Slope | Trail Width | Trail Surface |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stagecoach Hill / Azalea Nature Trail | 4% Average | 2.6% Average | 6 FT Average | Aggregate |
| 8% Maximum | 5% Maximum | 5 FT Minimum |
Beach/Shore Access
A beach wheelchair is available for use at the Stone Lagoon Visitor’s Center and nearby parks with beach access. Check-out is facilitated by staff at the Patrick’s Point State Park kiosk. Call (707) 677-3570 for more information.To request an update to this page, please contact the Accessibility Division at access@parks.ca.gov or (916) 445-8949.