Things to do in Mendocino
Popular picks: Visit Mendocino Headlands State Park · Explore Point Cabrillo Light Station · Hike in Russian Gulch State Park · Tour local art galleries · Relax at Big River Beach · Whale watching tours · Visit the Mendocino Art Center · Take a scenic drive along Highway 1 · Attend the Mendocino Film Festival · Explore the local shops and boutiques · Take part in a wine tasting · Visit the historic Mendocino Village · Enjoy kayaking on Big River · Explore the botanical gardens · Take a guided nature walk · Participate in local workshops and classes
Fern CanyonFree4.9Explore a scenic fern-filled canyon trail through California coastal redwoods
Navarro BeachFree4.9Where the Navarro River meets the ocean along Mendocino's scenic coast
Black Sands BeachFree4.8Dramatic black pebble shores along Northern California's rugged Lost Coast
Cypress GroveFree4.8Experience breathtaking cliffside vistas and peaceful trails in scenic Mendocino.
Gualala Point Regional ParkFree4.8Coastal park where the Gualala River meets the Pacific Ocean.
Gualala RiverFree4.8Discover serene waters and coastal views along Northern California's Gualala River
Humboldt Redwoods State ParkFree4.8Explore majestic ancient redwoods along California's historic Avenue of the Giants
Mendocino Coast State ParkFree4.8Explore dramatic coastal cliffs and sweeping ocean views along the headlands
Mendocino Headlands State ParkFree4.8Dramatic coastal cliffs, scenic ocean trails, and serene Northern California beaches.
Navarro River Redwoods State ParkFree4.8Scenic redwood canopy drive stretching along Mendocino's peaceful Navarro River corridor
Pudding Creek BeachFree4.8A scenic sandy beach located beneath the historic Pudding Creek Trestle.
Russian Gulch State ParkFree4.8Explore coastal redwoods, dramatic ocean headlands, and a lush waterfall.
B Bryan PreserveFree4.7Private African hoofstock wildlife sanctuary and lodging along California's coast
Briceland Vineyards$$4.7Family owned boutique winery crafting small batch wines in Southern Humboldt
Fort Bragg Coastal TrailFree4.7Walk along scenic ocean bluffs on Fort Bragg's accessible coastal trail.
Lost Coast TrailFree4.7Discover breathtaking coastal wilderness along California's untouched Lost Coast Trail.
Van Damme State ParkFree4.7Explore scenic coastal trails, lush redwoods, and a rare pygmy forest.
Goldeneye WineryFree4.6Experience premium world-class Pinot Noir tastings in scenic Anderson Valley
Mendocino County Fairgrounds$4.6Historic Boonville event grounds home to annual county fairs and camping
Little River State BeachFree4.5Experience expansive sandy shores, gentle ocean tides, and coastal dunes.
Pacific Star Winery$$4.5Coastal Mendocino winery perched above the ocean with dramatic cliffside views
Cow Mountain Recreation AreaFree4.3Explore rugged off-road trails and scenic camping in Mendocino County
Mendocino Woodlands State ParkFreeNestled in ancient coastal redwoods, a historic retreat and park destination.
Point Arena CoveFreeA scenic Mendocino coastal cove featuring ocean views, fishing, and surfing
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