Hey again- If you’ve made it this far in the guide, you’re probably already someone who understands the magic of a gray day. But if the rain’s coming down sideways and the trails feel a bit too ambitious, this is your go-to list. These are the spots where locals retreat, reset, and reconnect when the skies open up.
Saunder’s Park Pop-Ups & Rainy Day Music
Rainy season doesn’t mean things shut down around here. Quite the opposite. Keep your eye on the community board (and the Trinidad Community Facebook group, if you’re tech-savvy)—Saunder’s Park occasionally hosts covered pop-ups and acoustic sets when the clouds roll in. Think: fiddles, cider, and the smell of rain on redwood.
- Tip: Bring your own camp chair and a blanket. And cash—always cash.
The Library & Museum Double-Header
Need a day of quiet wonder? Try this:
- Trinidad Library – Curl up in the reading nook with a local history book or browse the zine shelf. It’s tiny but mighty, with big windows that make rainy days feel extra cinematic.
- Trinidad Museum – Just next door. Step into a world of old maps, Yurok artifacts, historic photos, and nature displays. It’s like a warm cup of tea in museum form.
Blue Lake Detour: Theater, Brews & a Good Laugh
Got a car and a bit of cabin fever? Head inland for a change of vibe.
- Dell’Arte International in Blue Lake: This quirky, world-renowned theater school and company puts on wild winter shows—satirical cabarets, physical comedy, and performances that locals love and visitors never forget.
- Mad River Brewery: Just down the road. Covered seating, hot meals, and cold beers. The kind of place where everyone’s in flannel and nobody’s in a rush.
Creative Hideouts
This town draws artists for a reason. When the weather hems you in, lean into it:
- Seascape Restaurant (on quieter afternoons) can feel like a writer’s retreat. Take a notebook. Order chowder. Sit near the window.
- Beachcomber Café bulletin board: Check it for rainy-day happenings—book clubs, song circles, and sometimes tarot nights.
Rainy Day Recap
- Mood: Reflective, slightly damp, creative
- Fuel: Chowder, tea, and chocolate (always chocolate)
- Playlist: Humbolt folk, slow jazz, or just the sound of the rain on the roof
- Goal: Don’t fight the weather—let it soften you
Sometimes it’s the days you don’t “do” much that end up meaning the most. Trinidad in the rain? Its pure magic enjoy the beauty. Let the locals lead the way—we’ve been weathering storms and finding beauty here for generations.
Next up: Winter Traditions & Storm Season Rituals—bonfires, whale spouts, and how to make a night in feel sacred.
Warmest wishes,
Lisa & Taylor
Camp Trinidad
