Ferndale captivates with rows of ornate Victorian homes on Main Street, California's best-preserved collection. Five RV parks anchor your stay amid Humboldt County's towering redwoods and rugged beaches. Camp here to join the Kinetic Sculpture Race or fish the Eel River.
Ferndale charms visitors with its gingerbread Victorians clustered along Main Street and Bluff Street. The Ferndale Museum displays local history in a historic lodge. Every May, the Kinetic Grand Championship races human-powered sculptures from Arcata to the ocean via Ferndale beaches. Kayak the winding Eel River or hike Centerville Beach Headlands for dune views and seal spotting.
Humboldt County Fairgrounds draws groups with showers, 50-amp and 30-amp hookups at $32 to $45 per night. Wuss Camp fits pet owners and remote workers via WiFi, showers, and group sites for $58 to $70. Hidden Meadow at Far Out Farmgirl's welcomes pets and campfires on cozy sites at $38 to $40. Honey Valley Group Camp serves off-road fans and pet lovers near Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area.
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Ferndale stands out for its Victorian architecture, the largest intact collection in California. Main Street brims with gingerbread homes and antique shops. The annual Kinetic Sculpture Race in May draws crowds with wild, human-powered vehicles racing to the sea. The Ferndale Museum adds pioneer artifacts to the mix.
Try Humboldt County Fairgrounds, Wuss Camp, Hidden Meadow at Far Out Farmgirl's, and Honey Valley Group Camp. These four spots cluster near Ferndale in Humboldt County. Expect showers and hookups at Fairgrounds, WiFi at Wuss Camp, plus pet-friendly sites across most.
Yes, three parks welcome pets: Wuss Camp, Hidden Meadow at Far Out Farmgirl's, and Honey Valley Group Camp. Sites allow leashed dogs with open policies. Check rules for campfires at Hidden Meadow to enhance pet outings amid redwoods.