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Ready to Hit the Trails - Biking in Eureka

With endless views, grabbing your helmet and jumping on a bike is one of the best ways to take in the incredibly bikeable streets and all that Eureka has to offer. With many different trail options, you are bound to find one that suits you, whether you’re more inclined to ride or walk. Whichever trail you choose, you are bound to make memories and enjoy the fresh air.

Eureka Waterfront Trail

The Eureka Waterfront Trail spans 6.5 miles along Humboldt Bay and is a local favorite for bikers and walkers alike. The trail runs the length of Eureka and offers peaceful views of the bay, dune systems, salt marshes, and distant redwoods. Along the way, interpretive signs highlight the area’s natural and cultural significance. Not up for the full trail? Try the 2.7-mile Hikshari’ Trail section for a shorter ride that still delivers on scenery. The trail is dog-friendly (leashes required) and perfect for catching a sunset or spotting coastal birds.

Thick clouds above the sand and ocean
Man looking up at the trees in the forest with rays of sunlight

Headwaters Forest

If a forest of sky-high trees and overgrown brush are more your speed, you can choose to head just 6 miles southeast of Eureka to Headwaters Forest, or stay in Eureka proper to visit Sequoia Park Forest and Garden.

At Headwaters Forest, hike among the old-growth redwoods and other natural plants and wildlife. Hikers can enjoy the full 11-mile roundtrip journey, while bicycles or those with dogs are allowed on the first 3-mile stretch. For those that do choose to take the full trail by foot, the last 2.5 miles wind underneath a closed tree canopy, ending at a small old-growth redwood grove.

Sequoia Park Forest and Garden

Right in the middle of Eureka, Sequoia Park Forest and Garden offers 67 acres of lush, second-growth redwoods and winding trails open to both hikers and bikers. Within minutes, you’ll feel worlds away from the city as you ride beneath towering trees and over small creeks. With trails suited for all skill levels, this forested retreat is a must-visit for nature lovers on two wheels.

Trees hanging over the road

Humboldt Bay Trail

The Humboldt Bay Trail runs through the heart of Eureka and connects seamlessly with the Eureka Waterfront Trail. This multi-use path is ideal for cyclists, runners, and walkers, offering direct access to some of the city’s most scenic coastal areas. As you ride, you’ll pass through salt marshes, bay views, and even glimpses of wildlife, with plenty of stopping points to take in the landscape or read interpretive signs about the region’s ecology and history. The Eureka segment is fully paved and mostly flat, making it accessible and enjoyable for casual and experienced cyclists alike.