ferndale historic cemetery

Just so scenic! The cemetery is huge and has been used in several movies. People around town saw our cameras and kept insisting that we had to see the cemetery. So we did and it was very cool.

Lots of history here with folks that founded this town. Not only do you enjoy reading the headstones and dates, but the walk to the top is a good aerobic workout. Some good photo scenes from the top especially when the rhododendrons are blooming.

what I love is the grave yard sits on a hillside and you can drive through it, theres plenty of charm.

I've been to a lot of cemeteries, and I've never seen one like this. The views from up on the hill are worth the walk, but take your time and enjoy the historical stones as you go. Really lovely spot.Accessibility: none

The walk around the cemetery is old and turn of the century craftsmanship at its best. Not morbid at all. Unique.

As we were bike touring down the coast we happened up this cemetery. We ended up stopping for about a half hour just wandering around it. If you have ever check out cool cemeteries, you'll know what I mean. A picture can't do it justice. This hillside cemetery feels like a coloseum as it is built into the side of a hill. There is a really cool cross that faces the field across the street. The few from there is very cool.

This is a must stop for any history buff. We spent hours wandering through this amazing piece of Ferndale. The whole story can be told through the grave sites...Amazing that this is well preserved, giving the earthquake history and age.

The walk is a bit challenging if you have any walking issues, as it is hilly. Locals go there to walk their dogs and exercise, besides the more obvious reasons. Historic burials, as well as, current. Military designations. Good variety of monuments. A chance to thank those that did the "heavy lifting" to make the US a great place...not enough left alive to do the same today.

You wouldn't think a cemetery is a place to visit as part of a vacation package, but it's great to see the lives remembered by what they contributed to the towns growth and how the pioneers of the past, produced what Ferndale has as it's future and for future generations.

Interesting cemetery with beautiful views of Ferndale. Local history represented throughout. Well maintained. Walking uphill is worth it for the views.

You can hike up the hill or drive the road through the cemetery if you're not up for the climb. The views are lovely, but visiting the cemetery also makes the history of the town more personal and is an opportunity for some quiet reflection during your trip.

healthy uphill walking on paved walkways, varied ornamental carvings around graves, incredible views and wildlife

we spent a morning with our cameras in the fog reading tombstones and getting a sense of the history of Ferndale

I feel odd describing a cemetery as having "Great views," but it's true. The cemetery is on a hill that overlooks Ferndale and the ocean. walking through the cemetery is an interesting experience, with lots of older graves (1800s) going to very recent ones. If you're a history buff or someone interested in genealogy, you'll probably enjoy it. It also gives you a good perspective on the area's history.

The Ferndale Cemetery is a charming site from another time of American history. It is fascinating to read the gravestones and well worth the hike to the top of the hill to view Ferndale from above and the Eel River Valley beyond.