Not To Be Missed!
Based on your needs, here are a few suggestions. Also take a look at “What to do on a rainy day” ideas!
History Buffs
- Mendocino Village - The entire town is designated as a National Historic District. (1 hour + shopping time)
- Point Cabrillo Light Station - Contains one of the few remaining Fresnel lens still operating as a Coast Guard Station. (2 hours)
- Museums - There are 2 in Mendocino and 2 in Fort Bragg. (1 hour each)
Nature Lovers
- Hike or Walk in a State Park - Beach, redwoods, tidepooling (1/2 day each!)
- Horseback ride - Either on the beach or through the Redwoods (1/2 day)
- Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens - Beautiful year-round (2 hours)
- Canoe or Kayak - Whether in the ocean or up river, you’re assured outstanding views of nature and wildlife! (Full day)
- Bicycle ride along the ocean or through the Redwoods (Full day)
Easy on Me
- Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens - They have carts! (2 hours minimum)
- Miniature Golf - Good for all ages! (2 hours)
- Skunk Train - Everybody loves the train! (1/2 day)
- Take in a Spa Treatment - Bamboo Garden Spa, Little River’s 3rd Court, Stevenswood Spa Resort
What about the Children
- MacKerricher State Park - See above, plus they have a board walk out to the harbor seal viewing. (2 hours)
- Caspar Beach - this small beach is more protected that others; waves tend to be smaller and shore is shallow. As far as I know there is no danger of sneaker waves. There’s a small store across the street with soft drinks, ice cream, t-shirts and lots of groceries, fishing tackle and more.
- Horseback ride - Anyone 6 years or older! (1/2 day)
- Skunk Train - Everybody loves the train! (2 hours)
- Miniature Golf - Good for all ages! (2 hours)
- Point Cabrillo Light Station Marine Aquarium and educational exhibits / lighthouse giftshop with kids toys and books (1 hour)
- Bookwinkles Children’s Books - children’s books at the Gallery Bookstore in downtown Mendocino Village
- Out of This World - store that sells binoculars, telescopes, puzzles, games, kits with emphasis on nature and science - in Mendocino Village at Kasten and Main streets.
