Great experience! The captain had a great and fun personality and made us feel comfortable. The…read morecrew was fantastic. The boat was comfortable and they supplied great gear! You really won't regret booking with him! Came home with a boat FULL of fish!

Great experience! The captain had a great and fun personality and made us feel comfortable. The…read morecrew was fantastic. The boat was comfortable and they supplied great gear! You really won't regret booking with him! Came home with a boat FULL of fish!

We started searching the area for a good, private, fun charter weeks before our planned trip to…read moreCrescent City. After talking with about a half dozen charters, we settled on Brad with Crescent City Fishing Charters. We liked how friendly and informative he was, so pleasant over the phone. He proved to be just as pleasant in person the morning of our trip. Brad went over some safety things for us and the kiddos, and got right to making sure we were comfortable. Throughout our trip, Captain Brad helped us get to where we needed to be to have the most fun and catch the most fish. He helped us with our poles, fixing our lines, and helping when needed to get our fish in. He didn't even get upset when we lost lines. :-) The boat was super nice, comfortable, and we could all be either inside or outside depending on preference. We had all the help we needed throughout the whole trip, down to cleaning and packaging our fish when we were done. We all caught our limits on everything by the way. (He had a little help with all his fancy equipment.) Captain Brad made our trip one of the most memorable ever, and we can't wait to go back out with him.

Brad was a great guide who genuinely cares about his clients. He did a great job of making us feel…read moreat home and comfortable. We caught huge amounts of fish. There was never a dull moment! Brad really knows his way around the waters. It was an incredible opportunity so don't hesitate to book a trip. Best deal, best guide!

Best captain in cresent city.knows the water like the back of his hand.no bullshit just some…read morehardcore fishing.awesome time

John is the best. Super helpful teaching the kids and making a great experience. Very…read moreknowledgeable. Will definitely go again.

100% TRUE TO THEIR WORD In an era where reliance on the…read moreinternet to research a regularity nowadays, I know how some can be skeptical of what they see vs what is actually delivered. In this case, EVERYTHING promoted and promised on the website is what you get! Doug, Heidi, their family and entire staff do an amazing job to make you feel welcome and part of the Marble Mountain Ranch family. From the moment we arrived at the Ranch, we were met by Doug, who hopped on his ATV and led us to our cabin, gave us a tour and informed us about dinner that first night. I'll break the rest of this review up into parts to help you get an idea of how much fun MMR is as well as how everything they promise is delivered upon...all while trying not to spoil the surprise of how amazing being there is. BOOKING: It is a working ranch and know that it is normal to get their answering machine when you call. Leave a message if you don't get Doug or Heidi on the phone with your number and know they'll definitely call you back. Heidi is amazing and will answer any and all questions you have. Do make sure you have a "Plan B & C" as dates/weeks fill up rather quickly. Be sure to have your whole party size ready as well as Heidi does a great job making sure your whole party has adequate and appropriately comfortable accommodations for your party. ACCOMMODATIONS/LODGING: The cabins are beautiful and plenty spacious for all your party's needs. Every cabin is equipped with a window A/C unit that keeps everything plenty cool on hot days and a floor heater for those trips where the weather turns cooler. They are stocked it's pots, pans, dish and silverware, a full refrigerator/freezer and microwave. Bedrooms are perfect size for every guest as well. FOOD: Fresh cooked breakfast, lunch, and dinners are prepared by Heidi and her staff and provide you delicious meals that sufficiently fill you for the day ahead or to fill a hungry belly after a full day of activities. There's a variety of options for everyone - and at dinner time, there are wine and beer options as well. ACTIVITIES: You WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED! Everyone, at every skill level will have an opportunity to experience everything. From your time in the arena learning how to guide, ride and get comfortable on a horse, to being on the trails taking in the forest and amazing views, to your time on the River going through the rapids, you are never disappointed. Doug and Heidi employ some of the most knowledgeable, kind, and engaging staff our group has ever met at a vacation getaway. Heidi makes sure you provide them, when booking, your skill levels to ensure everyone has a safe and amazing time. CONCLUSION: In the technological age where we're perennially connected to all things electronics, this was an amazing opportunity to unplug, get away from the hustle and bustle of busy life and enjoy nature in all its glory. We had two teenage girls in our party and they didn't miss being unable to scroll social media, or the internet all day long. By the end of each day you were physically spent and happy to have downtime with family and other ranch guests. Each night there were activities and opportunities to engage with and get to know Doug & Heidi, their family and staff. Our family came in with no expectations other than the excitement of a new and different opportunity at a getaway vacation. We were blown away at how amazing the experience was and we're already planning a return visit in the coming years. From our family to Doug, Heidi, their family and staff we say THANK YOU for an AMAZING experience that we will not soon forget! I hope this review helps continue to bring you great business and prosperity in the future...and we look forward to seeing you all again soon!

It is not easy to get across just how wonderful Marble Mountain Ranch is. We were anxious about how…read morethe week would go for our family of 4 with two teenagers, but this dissipated within seconds of arrival. There is a depth and breadth of expertise and care in how it is run that makes this a very special experience. The horses are loved, well-trained and contented, the staff are all adorable, the food glorious. We were fully occupied from morning until night, coasting from one unforgettable and enriching experience to the next. The ranch itself is stunning, and set in a spectacular landscape. Each activity was of the highest quality and it felt enormously luxurious to be in such capable hands throughout. It was a stretch for us financially but absolutely some of the best money we have ever spent

A great place to watch the commercial fishing vessels come and go, this is a large marina and…read moreharbor thats busy with a large fishing community that uses this harbor at the jetty. I recently stopped by on a visit, looking for a place to enjoy a little lunch and the areas scenery. This jetty was pretty calm the afternoon of my visit, and the marina full of different fishing vessels in dock. The waters have Danger signs warning folks all along the walkway to the jetty of the dangers of the northcoast waters and that you are risking your safety and life being out there. Storms, rough waters, rogue waves and sneaker waves can all sweep you off into the ocean, and this water is cold. Note to self, stay off the jetty point. A cool place to visit, see the ships come in and out and enjoy the view. Respect the waters in this area, they can quickly change your life and even take it if you are not careful. 4 Stars a large commercial harbor and marina thats used by a lot of people 00901

Ok people, it's a jetty. Not much to say except that at the beginning of it, there's a gate with a…read moreHUGE sign danger, etc. If, for some stupid reason, you choose to ignore this sign and walk out about 30 feet, there's another sign - even larger than the first one, warning you NOT to walk out any farther on the jetty. There's a reason for this: people have been washed off the jetty and some have even died. This is no laughing matter. You are purposely taking your life into your own hands and the odds are stacked against you. Pictures to follow of the signs.

The beautiful beach hidden from the public view because of the location and rough tides with large…read moretidal changes make this beautiful beach somewhat lonely spot and at times uninhabitable to most sealife. However if you dig deep enough there are razor clams, sand crabs and ocean perches galore. The pacific razor clams are flat five inches long with soft shells that are easy to break while digging. You have to have a special digger to pull up massive amount of sand before you sift through the sand to get these critters. They taste yummy by the way. Now is the high season to go clam hunting. Twenty is the limit. It's really hard to spot the clam hole. It's like a raised donut shape with a small central hole. Good luck!

We found out about this beach from the visitors center lady at our campground. It's free, there is…read morea parking lot, but not a lot of signage. There are no bathrooms or port-a potties. There is a house and tiny church but no information on these buildings on what they are or who they belonged to (maybe the lighthouse caretakers lived here?) The only sign says to report archeological scavengers, but your not sure what people would take because there is no info on it. There is a short walk down a dirt road to the beach. The tide pools are great and endless. The beach is somewhat rocky but there is sand for Kids to play in. It's very picturesque and beautiful.

The Yurok Loop Trail, a little known, gem of a trail, is a short, easy 1 mile loop trail with some…read moreoutstanding ocean views. The trail head is in the Lagoon Creek Picnic Area on the west side of 101. Coming from the south, It is just short of 7 miles north of the Klamath River bridge off Highway 101. From the north it is just south of Hidden Beach. The trailhead can be found at the north end of the Laguna Creek picnic area, which has lots of parking and bathrooms. This is part of Redwood National Park; ironically, there are no redwoods on this trail - but plenty of other beauty to compensate. The trail was pretty from the start: we immediately found ourselves in a mini alder forest that was very picture-worthy. After just a couple minutes, you come to the first trail junction and go left across a bridge that goes over Lagoon Creek. We proceeded up the trail, and soon saw the first of several gorgeous ocean views on our right. Again very shortly, you'll come to another fork in the trail. This is the beginning of the loop and the end of your hike will come back to this spot. We stayed to the right, and quickly emerged to an open ocean viewing spot. This is the best Ocean viewing spot on the trail, and we commandeered a broken down bench and had lunch with the best ocean views of our vacation. After lunch we continued down the trail, and soon reached a junction with the Coastal Trail. Here we turned left to continue our loop back to the parking lot. The Yurok trail at this point goes downhill and is a little overgrown - we had to bat away overhanging vines quite a few times. But you move through a lovely forest with many Sitka Spruce. The loop trail ends at the junction, which is where you started at. Go right, recross Lagoon Creek bridge, and return to the parking lot.

I am writing this review on Yelp combining what I believe to be the 2 main and best represented…read moretrails in Prairie Creek State Park. Yes, I am talking about James Irvine and Miner's Ridge Trails. If you come and visit this area of Redwood National Park, I suggest that this loop and or combination/portion of the loop be explored. If you're looking to really immerse yourself in the heart of the forest, then this is where it's at. The reason I've decided to combine James Irvine and Miner's Ridge into 1 review is because of how similar they are. Similar in nature and how they run parallel to each for almost 5 miles each way. Combining into 1 loop, you can include at the other end of Prairie Creek SP, the Fern Canyon area as well as Gold Bluffs Beach. In total, it's about a 12 mile adventure. And for those folks who (like myself) enjoy taking their time, snapping photos along the way and appreciate the surroundings, I'd say these 12 miles can be accomplished within 1 entire day. For those hikers out there who just keep on the go...I'd say you'd need about the half the day. But in general, yeah...James Irvine and Miner's Ridge truly epitomizes being within the heart of the forest...an opportunity to gaze up at some of the tallest trees in the world! A chance to stop for memorable pictures and some lasting memories for what makes this section of the United States so special. To arrive at the James Irvine or Miner's Ridge Trailheads...simply park your car along the road of Newton B. Drury Scenic Parkway here at Prairie Creek State Park. Then head to the Visitor's Center area and ask any questions you may have for the Park Ranger before departing, or like myself, make a pitstop at the Gift Shop for souvenirs before starting the journey. There are clear and visible signs for James Irvine and Miner's Ridge. And...I'd say for the 1st mile of the overall hike...you're basically on both James Irvine and Miner's Ridge. Then from there is where the trails separate. I chose to navigate the James Irvine Trail first. I returned on Miner's Ridge. James Irvine is 4.5 miles pretty much on flat ground with a little bit of elevation. The trail is well maintained. Along the way I absolutely stopped for some breathtaking moments, truly immersing myself in the heart of the woods and definitely putting into perspective how small we are as people...and how long the massive and majestic redwoods have been around and how they tower over us. There were ample opportunities for wonderful photography! It was if I was in a picture taker's paradise! I kept posing for opportunistic photos. Not only were there terrific picture moments but you can climb on some of the lower shrubs and roots to allow for playful moments as well. I really enjoyed James Irvine Trail. Eventually I arrived at Fern Canyon. Now Fern Canyon is a 1.1 mile lollipop trail. To best summarize what makes Fern Canyon so unique...I'd like to paraphrase the description from nps.gov... "Prepare to get your feet wet to really explore this short hike into a stunning mini-canyon covered with ferns. This is a very popular walk up a cobbled stream located east of Gold Bluffs Beach. Many travel writers and bloggers are correct when they talk about the natural beauty of this area. You won't find huge redwoods right here, but it is surrounded by sitka spruce and other conifers." In total, Fern Canyon gives you the chance to walk among some high canyon walls covered in lush green leaves, sort of a change of pace from the forest themed ambiance of James Irvine Trail. After Fern Canyon you can continue for 1.5 miles along Gold Bluffs Beach. Also, here at the shores of the beach is a chance to maybe have a picnic and sit down to rest and relax while breathing in the fresh coastal air. Although I didn't find Gold Bluffs Beach photogenic, still it added a different element to the entire adventure. Finally, be on the lookout for the trailhead for Miner's Ridge returning back to the Prairie Creek Visitors Center. Once on Miner's Ridge Trail...I was fully content with my memorable pictures that I had snapped along James Irvine Trail that I simply put my camera away and for the last 5 miles along Miner's Ridge. I was able to put into perspective how wonderful it felt to among such historically tall redwood trees. Just hiking in late afternoon was such a refreshing time being in total forest quietness. I genuinely felt like all my cares had gone away and I truly put myself in the moment of hiking and appreciating what makes being among nature so special. Although it does take 12 miles to complete this loop, you don't necessarily have to finish the entire circular square. You can just do a portion of James Irvine and a little of Miner's Ridge before turning around, especially if you don't have the time in the day. Even going just for 1 or 2 miles...you'll have an understanding for the beautiful time in the outdoors. I rate James Irvine & Miner's Ridge pathways well deserving of 5 stars.