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Travel & Accommodations for Innovation Summit
Flight Options
Fly Direct
Fly directly into Redwood Coast Airport (ACV). The Redwood Coast Airport has two airlines, United Airlines and Avelo Airlines, the airport is located 7.8 miles from Cal Poly Humboldt.
More about our innovative Redwood Coast Airport: Redwood Coast Airport Microgrid, Project SOAR
Take the Scenic Route
Fly into San Francisco International Airport, rent a car and take the Redwood Highway (US-101) to Cal Poly Humboldt. 5 hours driving time
Take the Shorter Scenic Route
Fly into Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport, rent a car and take the Redwood Highway (US-101) to Cal Poly Humboldt. 3 hours 45 mins driving time
Hotel Accommodations
Hampton Inn & Suites
(Between airport & Cal Poly Humboldt Library)
4750 Valley W Blvd., Arcata, CA 95521
Phone: 707-822-5896
Holiday Inn Express Hotel
(Near airport)
3107 Concorde Drive, McKinleyville, CA 95519
Phone: 707-840-9305
Hotel Arcata
(walking distance to Cal Poly Humboldt Library)
708 9th St., Arcata, CA 9522
Phone: 707-826-0217
You might also explore the great bed & breakfast and alternative to hotels, such as…
The Lady Anne Victorian Inn
902 14th St., Arcata, CA 95521
Phone: 707-822 2797
Sample of local cafes, restaurants, and stores
Groceries in Arcata: North Coast Co-op and Wildberries Marketplace
Pharmacies in Arcata: Barnes Arcata Family Drug and CVS Pharmacy
Explore Humboldt!
While you’re here we hope you’ll take advantage of some of our local favorite outdoor places, all under 20 mins from campus.
Arcata Marsh - Walk the Arcata Marsh, it has a fascinating engineering history and great bird watching.
Sue-meg State Park - It’s just up the road and is a particularly nice state park with an agate beach and nice coastal views, when the fog lifts!
Hammond Trail - Great for a leisurely walk or bike ride.
Humboldt Coastal Nature Center - Learn about the coastal area.
Moonstone Beach - You can drive right to the beach and it is accessible for all ages. There are surfers to watch and lots of activity.
Ma-le’l Dunes (North) - Excellent dunes and beach located 5 minutes from Arcata.
Sequoia Park Zoo - Check out the wildlife and take the scenic Redwood SkyWalk.