Fortuna
The city of Fortuna, located along US Highway 101, lays along the shores of the Eel River. It is known for its picturesque, old-fashioned look; Main Street Fortuna looks as though it came right out of the 1960s. The businesses and local homes all hold a nostalgic feel.
With a variety of landscapes, from the river to the Redwoods to its storefronts, Fortuna offers many possible filming locations, as well as accommodations for other locations throughout Humboldt County.
Rohner Park
Rohner Park is located in the heart of Fortuna, just off Main Street. The park features baseball fields, a skating rink, playground, and old growth Redwoods. The park is also home to the rodeo grounds, where the Fortuna Rodeo takes place annually. The park occupies over 55 acres of land. Rohner Park also offers many hiking trails through the Redwood trees, making it a convenient location for productions stationed in Fortuna.
Clendenen's Cider Works
Well-known throughout Humboldt County, Clendenen's has been making apple cider since 1909. Clendenen's Cider Works is also host to the annual Apple Harvest Festival. Over the years, the festival has grown from a simple advertising tool for the Cider Works, to a full blown festival and carnival. The Apple Harvest Festival features plenty of activities and brings Fortuna and surrounding areas together every year.
Hotels & Accommodations
Fortuna is conveniently and centrally located in Humboldt County. The town is just off the US Highway 101; there is easy access to the beach and ocean, the Redwoods, and the other towns and cities of the North Coast.
There are several hotels in town, including:
Fortuna Hotel-Best Western
1583 Riverwalk Dr Fortuna, CA 95540 (707) 725-7025
Holiday Inn Express Fortuna
1859 Alamar Way Fortuna, CA 95540 (707) 725-5500
6 Rivers Motel
531 S Fortuna Blvd Fortuna, CA 95540 (707) 725-1181
Bear River Casino & Hotel
27 Bear River Dr Fortuna, CA 95551 (707) 733-9358
Past Film Experience
Both A Death in Canaan and Salem's Lot filmed in the city of Fortuna.
A Death in Canaan
Salem's Lot
| Salem's Lot (Trailer) |
Permits:
Permits can be obtained through the City Manager's Office.
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