Arcata, CA | Official Website Arcata News See What’s Happening Bird Nesting Season is Here! February - August is the time when many birds are building nests and raising young ones Practice safe vegetation management to avoid disturbing them Read on for more information
Departments | Arcata, CA View the departments, boards and commissions, and other components of the City of Arcata government
Recreation Division | Arcata, CA Arcata Recreation believes in the power of play Anything that gets us moving, exploring, creating and learning can greatly enhance our overall quality of life Looking to pick up a new skill? Meet new people? Just want to have fun? We offer a wide array of programs, facilities, classes and community events for families and individuals of all ages and interests The possibilities are endless
Historic Preservation | Arcata, CA Historic Preservation Arcata was settled in the spring of 1850 as a supply center for the interior mining districts The town site at the foot of Fickle Hill was selected by the Union Company and subdivided into blocks and lots Timber resources sustained the development of Arcata through the 19th century and into the mid 20th century
Arcata Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary | Arcata, CA The Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary is home to the City of Arcata’s innovative wastewater treatment facility The sanctuary is 307 acres, including freshwater marshes, salt marsh, tidal sloughs, grassy uplands, mudflats, brackish marsh, approximately 5 miles of walking and biking paths and an Interpretive Center
Explore the Coast at the Arcata Marsh | Arcata, CA The City of Arcata and the California State Coastal Conservancy encourages everyone to go outdoors to explore and experience our beautiful coast Explore the coast by visiting the Arcata Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary, a renowned location for wildlife watching, a heavily used recreational area, and a remnant of historical uses of the area