Finding Moonstones

February 8, 2022

What is a moonstone? Moonstone is a translucent, bluish-white mineral with a mysterious sheen. Mined all over the world, it is a popular choice for jewelry. And yes, sometimes beautiful moonstone pebbles wash up on California beaches.

Moonstone Beach County Park

Will you find moonstones at Moonstone Beach? Located just 2.9 miles from Emerald Forest Cabins & RV, Moonstone Beach County Park is a wonderful place for surfing, rock climbing, swimming, sea-kayaking, and beachcombing for moonstones. Perhaps you will find a luminous pebble there or perhaps you will simply enjoy the moonlight as it illuminates the large two-humped island known as Camel Rock.

Moonstone Beach | Moonstones | Trinidad | Little River

Dogs Can Howl at Moonstone Beach

Dogs are allowed off leash at Moonstone Beach! The Park is at the north side of the mouth of Little River near Trinidad. Its beach is popular with surfers and the slow river current makes it a safe choice for families with children. Depending on the time of year you visit, the river can be wide or just a trickle.

At the north end of Moonstone Beach there are hidden caves to explore at low tide. South of the river mouth is Little River State Beach. Wade through the river to wander away from the crowds. In the summer months it is warm enough to swim in Little River.

Moonstone Grill

Visit Moonstone Beach and then have a relaxing meal at Moonstone Grill, where seafood, American fare, and craft cocktails are presented in a warm setting with ocean views.

You’ll find both the Beach and the restaurant at 100 Moonstone Beach Road in Trinidad. Free parking too!

Find the Magic of Moonlight under the Trees in Trinidad

Search for mysterious moonstones when reserve your cabin or RV site at Emerald Forest Cabins and RV.

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Happy Camper Reviews

Stopped here only for a night but what a great experience it was! Facilities were very clean and up to date. The whole resort is tucked under towering trees and even has a little creek running through it. Check in was smooth and pleasant. Would love to stop through again!

Brodie Mead | Google Review

Great place to camp! The people are nice and everything looks and is clean. Easy to reserve a camp site over the phone. Pulled to the front office and took no time to get our camp site! I would recommend this place to anyone trying to camp around this area.

Mark Bruni | Google Review

This is a gem in the Redwoods. It takes tents, motorhomes, whatever you have. We stayed in the cabin. It was gorgeous, well kept clean, it was well done. We will return more often. Especially in the rainy season when we can really enjoy the Redwoods. It was great!

Scott Eiseman | Google Review

This place was fantastic! It was the perfect home base to see elk, redwoods, and the beautiful Trinidad coastline. Sites were private and the facilities were up to date and sparkling clean. We would absolutely recommend this place and will stay here again if we are back in the area! Thanks for such a good experience!

Ian LaRose | Google Review

This was one of the best lodging experiences of our lives. A perfect little cabin amongst some amazing redwoods with dramatic coastlines close by. Definitely recommend making this the home base for your redwood adventure.

Travis Howe | Google Review