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15 Best and Fun Things To Do In Crescent City, California


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Known as the “Final Town” of California, Crescent City exudes a sense of being the ultimate destination – the perfect nickname for this city in northwestern California. With its rugged coastline and untouched forests, Crescent City boasts some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the entire state. This charming town offers numerous accessible beaches and a laid-back atmosphere, providing a peaceful refuge from the chaotic pace of city life. Its streets are predominantly car-free, making it a convenient place to stroll or bike where you won’t have to contend with traffic.

There are plenty of things to do in Crescent City if you have a few days to explore this beautiful city by the sea. Here is a list of some of our favorite attractions and things to do in Crescent City, California

The 15 Most Popular Things To Do In Crescent City, California

15. Brother Jonathan Cemetery

4.5 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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Location: S Pebble Beach Dr Crescent City CA

14. Battery Point Beach

4.6 ★★★★★ (7 reviews)

Location: Battery Point Vista Area 235 Lighthouse Way Crescent City CA

13. Castle Rock National Wildlife Refuge

4.7 ★★★★★ (9 reviews)

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Location: Crescent City CA

Web Address:   http://fws.gov/refuge/castle_rock/

12. Dead Lake

4.1 ★★★★☆ (20 reviews)

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11. Point St. George Beach Trails

4.6 ★★★★★ (52 reviews)

Location: Point Street George Crescent City CA

10. Crescent City Harbor District

4.5 ★★★★★ (400 reviews)

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Location: 101 Citizens Dock Road Crescent City CA

Tel:  707 464 6174

Web Address:   http://ccharbor.com/

9. South Beach

4.7 ★★★★★ (709 reviews)

Web Address:   https://californiabeaches.com/beach/south-beach/

Our Top picks

8. Pebble Beach

4.8 ★★★★★ (56 reviews)

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7. Del Norte County Historical Society

4.7 ★★★★★ (102 reviews)

Location: 577 H Street Crescent City CA

Tel:  707 464 3922

Web Address:   http://delnortehistory.org/

6. Northcoast Marine Mammal Center

4.6 ★★★★★ (106 reviews)

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Location: 424 Howe Dr Crescent City CA

Tel:  707 465 6265

Web Address:   http://northcoastmmc.org/

5. Brother Jonathan Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (333 reviews)

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Location: Crescent City CA

Web Address:   http://eol.org/

4. B Street Pier

4.5 ★★★★★ (355 reviews)

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Location: 12411 Anna Road Crescent City CA

3. Beachfront Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (1,017 reviews)

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Location: Crescent City CA

2. Battery Point Lighthouse and Museum-Crescent City Lighthouse

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,095 reviews)

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Location: 235 Lighthouse Way Crescent City CA

Tel:  707 464 3089

Web Address:   http://delnortehistory.org/lighthouse/

1. Ocean World

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,891 reviews)

Location: 304 US 101 South Crescent City CA

Tel:  707 464 4900

Web Address:   http://oceanworldonline.com/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Crescent City, California! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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