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Wharf Master’s Inn, Point Arena

Wharf Master’s Inn, Point Arena

A Romantic Hideaway on the Mendocino Coast Stunning ocean views and luxurious accommodations await all who discover the historic Wharf Master’s Inn, perched on a cliff overlooking a hidden cove along California’s magical Mendocino Coast. Ocean Views • Private Balconies Fireplaces • In-room Spas • Cable TV Whale-watching, hiking and fishing 707-882-3171 • 800-932-4031 785

Point Arena Lighthouse and Vacation Rentals

Point Arena Lighthouse and Vacation Rentals

Your Own Private Paradise! Fully Furnished Lodging with Free Wi-Fi The Point Arena Lighthouse accommodations feature four keeper homes and one keeper’s room. Whether you stay one night or one week, your experience will leave you feeling rejuvenated and inspired. Fall asleep to the sound of crashing waves against the cliffs, or be serenaded by

Manchester Beach KOA

Manchester Beach KOA

Manchester Beach KOA is one of the most highly rated camping resorts in the KOA system. It is located in one of the most picturesque areas on the Mendocino Coast: wave-swept beaches, rugged cliffs, rolling sand dunes, sleeping sea lions, soring pelicans, towering redwoods, glowing sunsets and vast expanses of ocean. Amenities include: • Beach

Albion River Campground & Fishing Village

Albion River Campground & Fishing Village

Located on the beautiful Mendocino coast beside the Albion River the campground offers RV and tent camping, on-site RV rentals, dump station, boat docks, kayak and canoe rentals, sandy beach and restaurant. Fire rings are provided for evening campfires. Temporary RV and boat storage rental spaces can be reserved. • Full Hookups  •  Cottage Rental

Best Western Vista Manor Lodge, Fort Bragg

Best Western Vista Manor Lodge, Fort Bragg

This Fort Bragg, California hotel offers beautiful ocean-view rooms and an indoor heated swimming pool. It has a great location, in close proximity to the Skunk Train, Botanical Gardens, Noyo Harbor, State Parks and across from Ten Mile Haul Road to the Beach. •?Beach Access • Indoor Heated Pool • Rooms with Ocean Views •

Westport Beach / N Mendocino Coast KOA

Westport Beach / N Mendocino Coast KOA

This Mendocino / Fort Bragg Campground and RV Park is the perfect California beach camping vacation destination! • Pull-thrus, Back-ins, Pull-ins • 20,30,50 AMP electrical • Telephone hookup • Sewer hookup • Friendly family atmosphere • Beach & inland sites available • Separate tenting area • Fire rings and picnic tables • Horseshoe pit &

15. Bask at Schooner Gulch State Beach

Local lore has it that the Schooner Gulch got its name from a mysterious vessel that appeared at the head of the gulch at dusk, but no evidence could be found of its existence in the morning. Today, Schooner Gulch State Beach offers its visitors not only great fun and exciting activities, but also some

59. Hang Ten off the Mendocino Coast

59. Hang Ten off the Mendocino Coast

Whether you are an experienced surfer or a beginner, you will find a wave to suit you if you know where to go. Many of the more experienced surfers will be found at Point Arena Pier (35 miles south of Mendocino Village) and Virgin Beach, which is just north of Ft. Bragg. Look for “overhead”

44. Hunt for Abalone in Coastal Waters

44. Hunt for Abalone in Coastal Waters

Every year after a sleepy winter, the northern coast of California awakens with a surge of humans piling into their cars in the early morning chill. The treasure hunt for those bottom anchoring delicacies—abalone or sea snails—has begun. For over five decades, Northern California has allowed only recreational abalone harvesting. This non-commercial regulation combined with

27. Dive the Waters of Coastal Mendocino

27. Dive the Waters of Coastal Mendocino

If you enjoy the rugged terrain of Northern California, you will be delighted to find that same breathtaking beauty mirrored in the depths of its waters. From novice to expert, the coastal waters of Mendocino offer many excellent scuba-diving opportunities. According to DiveMaster John Cho-Polizzi, from Sub-Surface Progression, the farther you go north from town,

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