The Crescent City Coastal Trail in Crescent City, California is an easy 1.1-mile out-and-back trail that runs along Beach Front Park with views of Crescent Harbor.
This paved trail begins at the eastern side of Beach Front Park near Play Street and follows Howe Drive along Crescent Harbor before crossing B Street and ending at South A Street. The western trailhead can be found along South A Street, across from the Battery Point Lighthouse.
Before heading back to parking, before sure to check out the Battery Point Lighthouse Trail since you can hike to a manned lighthouse for an additional 0.4-miles out-and-back.
Parking: Parking can be found at the coordinates provided. There are a few parking lots around this location with room for a couple dozen vehicles. Further down Howe Drive is room for even more parking.
Pets: Dogs are allowed if leashed and their waste must be carried out by the hiker.
Biking: Biking is allowed on this trail.
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