If You’re Bored in Humboldt, You’re Not Trying.
Humboldt is alive with possibilities. Hike forest trails or walk sandy beaches in the morning, then browse art galleries, listen to live music, or take a class in the afternoon. At Humboldt Commons, life is just as full, neighbors gather for potlucks, clubs, and creative projects that make every day feel connected. Whether you crave adventure, culture, learning, or simple community fun, you’ll find countless ways to fill your days here (and friends to enjoy them with).
The Great Outdoors is at Your Doorstep.
Making Humboldt Commons your residence means you never have to go far to feel nature; the forest, sea, river, trail, or beach is always close. Whether you want quiet moments watching wildlife, full-on adventures, or just good fresh air and sunshine, Humboldt County delivers.
Here are just some of the ways you can get outside and explore:
- Hiking on trails through county parks and forested areas.
- Biking and paved bike paths that link you to county parks and to scenic routes.
- Beachcombing, swimming, and enjoying seaside walks at county beach access points.
- Fishing and boating from ramps and river access (freshwater and estuary) throughout the county.
- Picnic outings in parks, cabins, or under old‐growth trees.
- Camping with a group or solo at sites like Van Duzen parks, Big Lagoon, Samoa, and others.
- Wildlife viewing like bird watching, estuary habitats, marshlands, and forest ecosystems.
The Performing Arts: Because Life is Too Short Not to Take the Stage.
Humboldt County is alive with the performing arts, blending local talent, cultural traditions, and the creative energy of the North Coast. From the family-friendly productions of the Arcata Playhouse to the historic stage of the Eureka Theater, from festivals that fill our streets with music to performances at the University of California, Humboldt, the arts here are as vibrant and varied as the landscapes that inspire them.
At Humboldt Commons, the arts will be part of daily life, too. Our community will feature both indoor and outdoor performance stages, hosting everything from resident jam sessions and theater nights to guest performances from the wider community.
And for those who’ve always dreamed of singing, acting, or picking up an instrument, this is your platform! With supportive neighbors and a culture that values creativity, Humboldt Commons makes it easy to step onto the stage for the first time or simply try something new.
Your encore is waiting. Come join us at Humboldt Commons and take center stage in your next chapter.
Continuing Education: More Than a Class: Your Curiosity Club.
Curious cats are safe here. A shared passion for lifelong learning is a foundational pillar of Humboldt Commons, and we’ll honor this by offering courses through the renowned Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) as well as partnering with resident experts across a variety of fields and disciplines.
It’s our belief that sharing and receiving wisdom is one of the many gifts of community life, and we intend to take full advantage of each other’s vast array of backgrounds and experiences. We are professors, doctors, master gardeners, seamstresses, entrepreneurs, scientists, artists and more.
Humboldt Commons will be a place where everyone’s gifts will flourish, and new gifts will be nurtured.
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