Low elevation, about 40 feet
Crescent City is near sea level in terms of cooking, so appliances run as rated. The planning questions are power, water, and drainage, which we work through with you.
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Crescent City, California Mobile Kitchen Trailer Rentals and Dishwashing Trailers
Crescent City is the Del Norte County seat and a working fishing port, with a harbor that lands salmon, shrimp, tuna, cod and Dungeness crab. It houses the headquarters of Redwood National and State Parks, and Pelican Bay State Prison sits in a detached part of the city several miles north. US 101 and US 199 serve it.
We rent mobile kitchen trailers, dishwashing trailers, and emergency refrigeration trailers as short-term rentals or long-term leases. Call any hour or request availability and a quote for your Crescent City site.
- County
- Del Norte County
- Elevation
- About 40 ft
- Typical January low
- 43°F
- Typical July high
- 67°F
Elevation from the Open-Meteo elevation model. Temperatures are averages for January lows and July highs in 2022 to 2024, from Open-Meteo reanalysis data.
What the conditions mean for a rental in Crescent City
Mild winters, lows near 43°F
January lows near 43°F rarely threaten water lines, so winter rentals are straightforward. Cold storage still needs a steady power supply.
Cool summers, highs near 67°F
With July highs around 67°F, cooling is rarely the problem here. We spend the planning time on ground conditions, shelter, and winter readiness.
A long haul from Sacramento
Crescent City is about 260 miles in a straight line from our Sacramento warehouse, so this is a planned delivery, not a same-day one. Road distance runs longer than that, and we confirm the route, permits, and timing at quote. In an emergency, call first and we start immediately.
Where a mobile kitchen helps in Crescent City
Tsunami evacuation and recovery
The 1964 tsunami destroyed much of the city, and the harbor was damaged again in 2006, 2011 and July 2025. Evacuations disrupt restaurants, lodges and care facilities, and a trailer kitchen or refrigeration unit helps reopen quickly or feed displaced people.
Crab season and fishing crews
The harbor supports commercial fishing for Dungeness crab and other species, with processors, dock businesses and crews working long hours in season. A kitchen, shower and refrigeration setup near the docks serves crews and processors when permanent facilities are full or damaged.
Large institutional food service
A state prison within city limits and area schools depend on continuous refrigeration. If a walk-in cooler or freezer fails during a wet, windy winter, a refrigeration trailer or container buys time for repairs while the food in storage stays safe.
- Tsunami evacuee and recovery feeding
- Meals and showers for harbor fishing crews
- Refrigeration backup for institutional kitchens
Delivery from our Sacramento warehouse to Crescent City
We keep equipment in Sacramento, the California capital, and plan every delivery from there. Crescent City is about 260 miles from the warehouse as the crow flies; the actual road route, timing, and any permits are confirmed when we quote.
Getting a trailer to Crescent City
US 101 and US 199 serve Crescent City. The US 101 stretch called Last Chance Grade, south of town, sits on shifting ground, had traffic restrictions from 2014 to 2023, and was fully closed for several days by a 2021 landslide. Check Caltrans for closures and ask about vehicle length limits before dispatch.
Open 24/7
Emergency deployment, any hour
Tsunamis are the city's main hazard, with conditions recorded dozens of times since 1933, and a 2005 warning evacuated about 6,000 people. Last Chance Grade landslides have also closed the road south. 24/7 emergency deployment supports feeding and refrigeration.
Kitchen trailers available for Crescent City
The kitchen line runs from a compact 24 ft trailer to a 40 ft bulk-cooking unit. Match the size to your daily meal count and menu, and check that your site can supply 220V single-phase power. The rates below are monthly starting prices, and the quote sets the final figure.
| Trailer | Cooking equipment | Also on board | Power | Starting rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 ft Mobile Kitchen | Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | $4,995 / month |
| 26 ft Baby Bulk Kitchen | Confirmed at quote | 3-compartment sink, Handwashing sink, Prep table, Mop sink, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | Price by quote |
| 28 ft Mobile Kitchen | Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | $4,995 / month |
| 38 ft Mobile Kitchen | Deep fryer, Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Mobile Kitchen | Double-stack convection oven, Deep fryer, Tilting skillet, Griddle / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Mobile Combo Kitchen | Deep fryers, Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer, Walk-in cooler | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Bulk Kitchen | Specifications by quote | Specifications by quote | By quote | $10,995 / month |
| 40 ft Bulk Combo Kitchen | Double-stack convection oven, Deep fryer, Tilting skillet, Griddle / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer, Walk-in cooler | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $10,995 / month |
| 38 ft All Electric Kitchen | Specifications by quote | Specifications by quote | By quote | Price by quote |
Specifications come from the model descriptions supplied for each trailer. The unit assigned to your rental is confirmed at quote.
Dishwashing and refrigeration for Crescent City
A kitchen trailer works best with a dish room and cold storage beside it. Each card shows its monthly starting price.
22-26 ft Low-Temperature Dish Trailer
A push-through low-temperature dishwasher with a soil tray, scraping table, and three-compartment sink.
Starting from $4,995 / month
38 ft Conveyor Dish Trailer
A conveyor-type dishwasher with prep, storage, and a water heater, for the busiest dish rooms.
Starting from $6,995 / month
12 ft Refrigerated Trailer
A small refrigerated trailer for a restaurant or store walk-in that has stopped cooling.
Starting from $1,895 / month
20 ft Refrigerated Trailer
More cold storage for a hospital, school, or hotel that lost its walk-in.
Starting from $1,895 / month
How a rental works
Rentals run by the month, with short-term and long-term options. Delivery, setup, and pickup are coordinated for your site. An inquiry does not reserve equipment; a person confirms availability, delivery time, and terms with you. Hours: open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Setup usually takes about five hours for kitchens and dishwashing trailers and about one hour for refrigeration units, and an inquiry is the first step, not a reservation.
Why choose Simply Indians
When a kitchen closes for a renovation, a repair, or an emergency, the people it feeds still need to eat. Reliable Crescent City mobile kitchen rentals and a team that picks up the phone keep service running on your schedule.
Accelerated Deployment
Delivery and setup of Crescent City mobile kitchen rentals are coordinated around your schedule in Crescent City, with timing confirmed at quote.
24/7 Emergency Service
Call (888) 385-5513 any hour. A broken cooler or a closed kitchen does not wait for business hours.
End-to-End Project Support
One team helps choose the trailer, plans the hookups, and collects it when the job is done.
Flexible Rental Solutions
Terms run from a single week to a long lease, matched to how long your own kitchen will be out of service.
Heavy-Duty Commercial Equipment
Equipment built to handle a full day of service, from the cooking line to the dish room and cold storage.
Experienced Logistics Coordination
Site access, placement, power, water, and wastewater are checked before the trailer is on the road.
Why clients trust us
Our customers run commercial and institutional kitchens, including hospitals, schools, government and military sites, hotels, correctional facilities, and caterers. What we promise is what we can confirm: someone answering the phone at any hour, coordinated delivery and setup, and a written quote that states terms before you agree to anything.
Emergency refrigeration and kitchen rentals in Crescent City
Lost cold storage, a fire or flood in the kitchen, or a failed dish-room inspection can all call for a trailer fast. Phone us, and we start working out the replacement while you gather the address and power details.
Frequently asked questions
How do winter storms affect delivery?
Winter is the wet season, with the heaviest rain October through March, and landslides can affect US 101 south of town. Check Caltrans before dispatch, allow extra time and make sure the drop site has firm, well-drained ground.
Can a trailer be placed near the harbor?
Harbor property has its own operator and rules, so ask about space, utilities and hours, and ask the city about temporary-use permits. The county environmental health office can explain temporary food facility requirements for your use.
Can you deploy a kitchen to Crescent City in an emergency?
Yes. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and emergency deployment starts with a phone call to (888) 385-5513. Equipment ships from our Sacramento warehouse, and we confirm availability and delivery time to Crescent City when we quote.
Does an inquiry reserve equipment?
No. An inquiry starts the conversation only. Nothing is held until we have confirmed availability, delivery time, and terms with you.
Get a quote
Send what you know and a person will reply with availability and terms. It helps to have these ready:
- The job site city and state, and the delivery address if you have it.
- Your start date and how long you expect to need the trailer.
- How many people you serve per meal, and the type of service.
- Power available at the site (voltage, phase, amps) and water and wastewater connections.
- Where the trailer will sit, and any gate, slope, or overhead limits.
Emergency? Call (888) 385-5513. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.