Crescent City, situated in Del Norte County, California, was named after its crescent-shaped stretch of sandy beach. If you are looking for an uncrowded beach, this city is definitely the place to visit, where you can do an abundance of water activities such as sailing, fishing, and kayaking. The area is located near the Pacific Ocean, the Smith River, and the Klamath River. One of the notable events in the area is the World Championship Crab Races where crabs crawl off to the sea and the first one to get there will be declared the winner.