Fort Humboldt State Historic Park

Fort Humboldt State Historic Park, is a California State Park located on the south of Eureka, California just off Highway 101.

Related Topics:
Eureka, California - Highway 101

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Fort Humboldt was established in 1853 by the Army as a buffer between Native Americans, gold-seekers and settlers. It was founded by Captain Robert C. Buchanan of the Fourth Infantry Regiment. It was placed on a bluff overlooking Humboldt Bay.

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In addition to serving to protect the local inhabitants, it was also a supply depot for posts around the California and Oregon borders. During the Civil War, Fort Humboldt was the headquarters of the District of the Humboldt.

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Among the many soldiers who served at the fort was a young captain, Ulysses S. Grant, who was there for five months in 1854.

Related Topics:
Ulysses S. Grant - 1854

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After the Civil War, the fort outlived its usefulness and it was abandoned in 1866.

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The fort fell into ruin. Only the hospital remains of the original buildings and is now the park's museum. The other buildings were recreated.

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The park is open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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