Overview
Fortuna is a city in Humboldt County in the North Coast region of the state of California.
4 things to do · 1 bars & cafés · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Fortuna
Apple Harvest Festival
Hops in Humboldt
Redwood AutoXpo
Art and Wine in the Park
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Jun–Oct. Summer highs reach about 65°F; winter lows dip to about 40°F. Wettest: Dec and Jan. (climate data from nearby Fort Bragg)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- ACV California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport, Arcata/Eureka — 26 mi away. Directions
- CEC Jack Mc Namara Field Airport, Crescent City — 82 mi away. Directions
- SMF Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento — 190 mi away (major hub). Directions
You can get in to Fortuna from the north or south by 101 or from the west by 36.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Apple Harvest Festival, Hops in Humboldt
- Afternoon Redwood AutoXpo, Art and Wine in the Park
- Evening Eel River Brewing Company
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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What to ask about, for your diet
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Get in
You can get in to Fortuna from the north or south by 101 or from the west by 36.
Do
Drink
Drink Eel River Brewing Company
Sleep
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