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
Navarro BeachFree4.9Where the Navarro River meets the ocean along Mendocino's scenic 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.
Humboldt Redwoods State ParkFree4.8Explore majestic ancient redwoods along California's historic Avenue of the Giants
Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens$$4.8A scenic oceanfront floral haven where manicured plant collections meet coastal bluffs
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.
Point Arena Lighthouse$4.8Discover sweeping Pacific Ocean views at historic Point Arena Lighthouse.
Russian Gulch State ParkFree4.8Explore coastal redwoods, dramatic ocean headlands, and a lush waterfall.
Fort Bragg Coastal TrailFree4.7Walk along scenic ocean bluffs on Fort Bragg's accessible coastal trail.
Van Damme State ParkFree4.7Explore scenic coastal trails, lush redwoods, and a rare pygmy forest.
Ridgewood RanchFree4.6Historic Mendocino County ranch and former home of champion racehorse Seabiscuit.
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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