McKinleyville Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Foggy Humboldt County Coastline Northern California morning in the fall
A beach with waves, a cloudy sky, and a dark sand foreground.
Northern California Rocks and Waves
A coastal landscape with waves breaking on a sandy beach and a cliff in the background.
McKinleyville, California - 2017: Mc Kinleyville Totem Pole is the World's Tallest totem pole. Carved by Ernest Pierson and John Nelson from a single 500-year-old redwood tree in 1961.

Where to stay in McKinleyville

Find the best McKinleyville areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Fieldbrook

While there might not be top attractions in Fieldbrook, you can explore the larger area and discover places like McKinleyville Totem Pole and Beau Pre Golf Club.

Butte

While Butte may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Blue Lake Casino and Arcata Plaza.

Holiday Inn Express Arcata / Eureka - Airport Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Arcata / Eureka - Airport Area by IHG

3 out of 5
3107 Concorde Dr. McKinleyville CA
The price is 5.448.861 ₫ per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
5.448.861 ₫
6.222.327 ₫ total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in McKinleyville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,024 reviews)
"Great stay, very close to red woods which was perfect for us. Breakfast was also great"

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Express Arcata / Eureka - Airport Area by IHG
The Snoozzz Inn

The Snoozzz Inn

2.5 out of 5
1630 4th St Eureka CA
Fully refundable
The price is 3.076.866 ₫ per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
3.076.866 ₫
3.446.090 ₫ total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Eureka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Popular attractions Carson Mansion and Morris Graves Museum of Art are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (515 reviews)
"Check in was a little long due to several guests checking in at the same time."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

The Snoozzz Inn
Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn

Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn

3 out of 5
232 W 5th St Eureka CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 5.322.452 ₫ per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
5.322.452 ₫
5.971.525 ₫ total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Eureka. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Pulling into the area of the hotel had us worried. However, the hotel was very clean and safe. The heated pool with the waterfall and beach vibe was great. The breakfast was good. They had a list for restaurants nearby. We went to an Irish Pub close to the hotel and it was really good."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026

Best Western Plus Humboldt Bay Inn
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Emerald Forest Cabins

Emerald Forest Cabins

3 out of 5
753 Patricks Point Dr Trinidad CA
Stay at this cabin in Trinidad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Trinidad ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (927 reviews)
"The setting, tucked into the redwoods, was peaceful and beautiful. The cabin was spotless and had plenty of room. Conveniently located near Main Street, my stay was relaxing and nice."

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

Emerald Forest Cabins
Coho Cottages

Coho Cottages

2.5 out of 5
76 Willow Rd Willow Creek CA
Stay at this cottage in Willow Creek. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions The Bigfoot Museum and Willow Creek - China ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
"WiFi is slow af, it was difficult to get any work done."

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Coho Cottages
China Creek Cottages

China Creek Cottages

3 out of 5
40526 HWY 299 Willow Creek CA
Stay at this cottage in Willow Creek. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Studio 299 Center for the Arts and Willow ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
"We would definitely stay in this cabin again and recommend it to others. It was nicely updated, clean and very quiet. I would just recommend they check the fireplace and leave specific directions, as we couldn't get the controller to turn it on."

Reviewed on 1 May 2026

China Creek Cottages
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular McKinleyville attractions

McKinleyville Totem Pole

8.8/5 (15 reviews)
Carved from a single 500-year-old redwood tree, this impressive totem pole features intricate animal and mythical figure carvings. View the 12-foot wingspan thunderbird that once crowned this historic landmark.
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Cities near McKinleyville

Foggy Humboldt County Coastline Northern California morning in the fall

Arcata

panoramic shot of turquiose blue Lake Helen in Lassen Volcano National Park in Northern California on a clear blue summer sky

Blue Lake