Move To McKinleyville!
A small coastal town with room to breathe, grow, and belong.
McKinleyville is a North Coast community where redwood forests, beaches, local businesses, and community connection all come together. Whether you are relocating for work, family, retirement, adventure, or a slower pace of life, McKinleyville offers room to breathe while staying connected to the larger Humboldt County region.
About McKinleyville
McKinleyville is one of those places people discover and then wonder why they didn’t find sooner.
Located on California’s North Coast in Humboldt County, McKinleyville offers a unique mix of coastal beauty, redwood forests, outdoor recreation, and strong community connection. Here, you can spend the morning walking on the beach, the afternoon hiking through the Community Forest, and the evening connecting with neighbors at a local event, brewery, farmers market, or school function.
As one of the largest unincorporated communities in California, McKinleyville blends the convenience of nearby cities like Arcata and Eureka with the quieter pace and breathing room many people are looking for. Families, entrepreneurs, retirees, remote workers, outdoor enthusiasts, artists, and small business owners are all finding their place here.
McKinleyville is also a gateway community to the North Coast, located just minutes from the California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport (ACV), making travel and connection more accessible than many expect for a coastal rural community.
More than anything, people are drawn here for the feeling.
The open coastline. The towering redwoods. The slower pace. The sense that people still wave, still show up, and still care about where they live.
Why People Choose McKinleyville
Coastal Beauty + Outdoor Access
Beaches, trails, redwoods, parks, rivers, and outdoor recreation close to home.
Strong Sense of Community
Local events, farmers markets, youth programs, nonprofits, and community traditions bring people together year-round.
Family Friendly
Schools, parks, sports, recreation programs, libraries, and community spaces support families and kids of all ages.
Local Business Community
A growing network of locally owned businesses, entrepreneurs, makers, restaurants, and community organizations.
Room To Breathe
A quieter pace of life with space, scenery, and access to nature while still being connected to everyday essentials.
Gateway to Humboldt County
Conveniently located near Arcata, Eureka, Cal Poly Humboldt, and the California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport (ACV).
Mild Coastal Climate
Cooler summers, fresh ocean air, and a landscape that stays green much of the year.
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