6 min
Overview
Parker Creek Trail is a short access trail to the southern end of stunning Old Home (Indian) Beach in Trinidad. The beach offers spectacular views of the the central Humboldt coast and Trinidad Head, with ample wildlife viewing including whales close to shore. The trailhead is located on the southeastern edge of Trinidad, and the trail can be connected to the Trinidad Lighthouse by hiking down the beach. The trail is singletrack gravel and dirt with a section of wooden stairs, and the potential for muddy areas. There are private properties surrounding the trail so be sure to follow the signage and only park at the designated area on View Road.
Trail Stats
0.4 km
0 m
55 m
12 m
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Photos
Muddy section below staircase on Parker Creek Trail.
Muddy section below staircase on Parker Creek Trail.
The branches and brush give the trail a tunnel like feeling in places.
The branches and brush give the trail a tunnel like feeling in places.
The Parker Creek trailhead.
The Parker Creek trailhead.
Old trees and signage along the Parker Creek Trail.
Old trees and signage along the Parker Creek Trail.
The Parker Creek Trail is closely bordered by vegetation as it works down the hill.
The Parker Creek Trail is closely bordered by vegetation as it works down the hill.
Parker Creek Trail near Old Home Beach.
Parker Creek Trail near Old Home Beach.
A weathered bench at the base of a large rock outcrop sits near the end of the Parker Creek Trail.
A weathered bench at the base of a large rock outcrop sits near the end of the Parker Creek Trail.
Old Home Beach near the the Parker Creek Trail, in Trinidad.
Old Home Beach near the the Parker Creek Trail, in Trinidad.
Old Home Beach in Trinidad.
Old Home Beach in Trinidad.
Old Home Beach in Trinidad.
Old Home Beach in Trinidad.