Frequently Asked Questions

There are multiple ways to register: - Online utilizing the registration resource. Please call us if you need your username and/or password emailed to you. - In Person: We are open Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Friday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.. (we do not close for lunch). Our address is 736 F Street. - By Phone: 707-822-7091 - By Mail:

736 F Street

Arcata, CA 95521

Please note: When registering by phone, we must have a registration form on file. If your child has not participated in any Arcata recreation programs in the current year, then we need a new form. All participants must have a current registration form completed each year. You can save time by emailing a registration form or sending it by fax to 707-825-2118, and then call our office.

Definitely! The Humboldt Senior Resource Center operates a senior lunch and activity site at the Arcata Community Center at 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. Lunch is served Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Activities include support groups, health assessments, exercise classes, dancing, arts and crafts and more! Please call 707-825-2027 or for more details visit the

Yes, depending on the season. View the programs and activities page to see what's currently being offered. Youth and adult soccer, football, and baseball/softball are organized by local non-profit groups that utilize our fields. Visit the Community Partners List to find their contact information.

"Drop-in” programs allow individuals the opportunity to participate in an activity for a day rather than commit to a full session or season. Examples of drop-in programs we have are sports (such as table tennis, basketball, volleyball, badminton, and pickle ball), music (such as ukulele and drumming), and chess club. “Drop-in” fees vary depending on the activity and are paid onsite, pre-registration is not needed.

Yes! We have a public skate park that is located at 900 Sunset Boulevard, just west of Highway 101. There is also a new skate feature at Carlson Park, 5285 Carlson Park Dr.

To make a reservation request, call the City’s Recreation Office at 707-822-7091 or send an email to rec@cityofarcata.org. You can also stop by the office, Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (we do not close for lunch). Our address is 736 F Street.

Reservations require a Certificate of Insurance of $2,000,000 liability coverage and an endorsement naming the "City of Arcata, its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers" as additional insured. A deposit is also needed to make a reservation.

To reserve a park or the Arcata Plaza please contact the city's Recreation Office at 707-822-7091 or by email.

Reservations require a Certificate of Insurance of $2,000,000 liability coverage and an Endorsement naming the "City of Arcata, its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers" as additional insured. A deposit is also needed to make a reservation.

Printed maps of Arcata Parks and Playgrounds are available at Arcata City Hall Recreation Office, 736 F St.

Centro del Pueblo is leading operation and management to the farm. If you are interested in learning more about farm shares or volunteer opportunities, reach out to William Dirks at williwam@cdpueblo.com.

If you are interested in renting a community garden plot, reach out to Arcata Recreation Division at 707-822-7091.

We are always looking for instructors who are interested in leading specialty classes and workshops. If you have a skill or talent and wish to teach a class, submit your proposal to: Arcata Recreation Division ATTN: Evan Stork, Recreation Supervisor 736 F Street Arcata, CA 95521

Find more information and download an Instructor Information Packet and Contract Class Proposal Form by checking out the Employment & Volunteer Opportunities page.

Help monitor/pick up litter and assist with restoration along with the Arcata Community Forest Trails Council. For more information, visit the

Contact the Arcata Environmental Services Department at 707-822-8184.