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Trinidad ... Northern California's
Best Kept Secret

Greater Trinidad Chamber of Commerce Shares All

Looking for that truly special coastal community to spend

a day, a week, a lifetime? You found it. Trinidad enjoys

Nature at its finest. Nature at its purist. Nature at its wildest.

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Eons-old, the world's tallest trees are here. Still a youngster at 600, Hyperion stands over 379 feet tall! How high will he grow in the next 1000 years? Coastal Redwoods meet the sea in two unique environments - Trinidad's and in Big Basin near Santa Cruz.

Besides sand, surf, sea and trees, we're lucky to have the majestic Trinity Alps as great neighbors. These mountains are unrivaled in both their beauty and solitude. Though the second largest Wilderness in California, this is still no drive-in park. You'll need the fortitude of a grizzly to tackle this park's trails - plan on backpacking for a couple of days. For auto-touring, Lassen Volcanic National Park is a few hours east of the Alps and a must see with its hissing fumaroles and boiling mud pots.

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Information Guide for Visitors

First You Have to Get Here!

Whether you're here for an hour, a day, a week, or a lifetime, we know you'll enjoy your Trinidad visit.

Many discover Trinidad on a road trip. U.S. 101 is one of the original U.S. Routes established in 1926. It's also the westermost and one of the longest U.S. Routes. In California, northern 101 is called the Redwood Highway. It is spectacularly scenic north and south from Trinidad. Trinidad's exit is at Humboldt County postmile marker #101.

OK You're Here, So Now What?

Our Chamber Web pages will help you plan your Discover Trinidad visit and are grouped here along with links to our Chamber Business Listings. These will help you find all kinds of helpful places and people in our community. Not only will you find lodging, dining, and shopping, but we've also listed member and community services, organizations, and fun fishing charters. Remember, Trinidad Visitors return year after year and the happiest of them stay a lifetime.

Get Here!

Eureka/Arcata Airport (10min) : United - United Express 800 864-8331, Alaska - Horizon Air 800 547-9308, Delta - 800 221-1212

Greyhound Bus - 800 231-2222; Humboldt Transit Authority - 707 443-0826

Conservative drive times: Portland 8hr, San Francisco 6hr, Sacramento 6hr, Grants Pass 3hr, Redding 3hr, Mendocino 4hr.

If you have time, take the coastal way to San Francisco - State Route 1. It starts south of us at Leggett where there's a drive-thru tree opportunity. Wind through a redwood forest and pop out dramatically on the Coast. After Fort Bragg and Mendocino, there are opportunities to cut back to U.S. 101, but know you'll be missing some charming coastal towns. There are special Pinot Noir Wineries and Bahl Hornin' (good drinking in Bootling) at Beer Festivals along SR 128 in Anderson Valley ( AndersonValleyChamber.com ). If you make it all the way, don't miss the funky little town Bolinas at the southern tip of Point Reyes National Seashore. They frequently pull the sign down to keep it secret and avoid discovery. After Stinson and Muir Beach, SR 1 rejoins 101 close to Sausalito, and shares it on the Golden Gate to San Francisco.

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Learn More About Our Chamber

Greater Trinidad Chamber of Commerce

Promoting the Economic, Civic and Social Welfare of the People of Greater Trinidad

The Greater Trinidad Chamber of Commerce is as unique as Trinidad is itself. Local business owners you'd expect to see in a Chamber of Commerce join with a special group of enthusiastic supporters - our individual members. Working together, donating innumerable volunteer hours, our Chamber preserves the traditions and charm of Trinidad. Supporting our local businesses and organizations, we proudly share not only our charming City, but also the beautiful Greater Trinidad Area surrounding it.

Our Chamber and Sponsors put on many traditional annual events and dinners. Besides being fun for all, these events fund Chamber projects and provide contributions to local organizations. Our largest events are the Trinidad to Clam Beach Run (43 years and running!) and the Trinidad Fish Festival (just past its 50th year!).

Profits support our scholarship funds. Our Academic Excellence Award goes to qualifying seniors, graduating from local high schools, who attended Trinidad Union Elementary School or Big Lagoon Elementary. Our Trinidad School Math Award is presented to an 8th grade math wiz graduating from Trinidad School, and our Higher Education Grant is open to Chamber Members and their families seeking vocational or adult training.

In addition to our events and scholarships, we continue to publish our redesigned "Discover Trinidad" brochures locally. With a Greater Trinidad Area Map and a City Map close-up, our brochure is a helpful resource for Trinidad Visitor Information. Working with the Humboldt County Convention & Visitors Bureau we advocate responsible tourism and encourage visitors to "stay another day" in Humboldt County.

Embarking on an ambitious extension of our "Discover Trinidad" promotional campaign, we're excitedly debuting our new Web site - DiscoverTrinidadCA.com We're also distributing new public relations packages to regional markets as well as select national and international markets, newspapers and magazines. We love sharing Trinidad with the World. Wish us luck!

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Chamber Membership Information

Welcome Future Member!

Thank you for your consideration. Choosing to become a member in the Greater Trinidad Chamber of Commerce is a rewarding experience.

You may contact us directly by our Webform or by phone at 707 677 1610. We look forward to your joining and making Trinidad an even more special place. Thank you for your support.

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Trinidad Residents are a lucky bunch

Welcome Home!

We're looking forward to helping you get settled

New and prospective Trinidad Residents, please contact our office at your convenience. While we're developing this area for you, please see "Services" in our Chamber Listings for helpful area businesses and organizations. Our Visitor Guide in playVisitors has lots of resources for you and please let us know however we may help. We're looking forward to meeting you. Congratulations on your discovery and welcome home!

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