Eureka with kids

Eureka is a 6h 04m drive from Dublin, CA (297 miles) and rates 3.0 out of 5 for families with young kids. Old-growth redwoods inside the city limits, wrapped around a small zoo, on a fishing harbour. Good for 1–2 days. Budget roughly $1,500–3,000 against a fixed yardstick of 2 nights, family of four. Best months: August ONLY.

What to do with kids in Eureka

• Sequoia Park Zoo See site
  Charming zoo with red pandas, river otters, and barnyard.
• Sequoia Park Redwoods Free
  Old-growth redwoods right inside town with flat easy trails.

Where to eat

• Fresh Humboldt Bay Seafood — Oysters, crab, salmon
• Gallagher's Ortega's — Mexican & seafood

How it scores

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Common questions

• How long is the drive from Dublin, CA?
  About 6h 04m - roughly 297 miles.
• What does it cost for a family of four?
  Around $1,500–3,000 for 2 nights, family of four, including lodging, food and activities. Not the cost of the stay we recommend.
• When is the best time to go?
  August ONLY.

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Redwoods with short, stroller-friendly trails · Best in August

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True on the dates above. Prices and opening hours change without notice - check with the operator before you drive.

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Costs are a fixed yardstick: 2 nights, family of four, lodging, food and activities. Not the cost of the stay we recommend.