Moonstone Beach
Sandy beach where a small river mouth meets sea cliffs, good for sunsets, tide pools and surfing, only 20 minutes from Arcata.
Moonstone Beach sits at the mouth of the Little River, south of Trinidad. The beach is wide, and the shallow river mouth is suitable for children to wade in. At low tide, the rocks on the north side reveal starfish and sea anemones, and it is also a local surf spot. It is a free county park with limited parking. The sea is cold and the waves are large, so swim with caution.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Trinidad Head
- Sue-meg State Park
- Arcata Plaza
- Arcata Community Forest
- Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary
- Humboldt Lagoons State Park
- Tall Trees Grove
- Samoa Cookhouse