Best Things To Do In Northern California

Coastal Mendocino County

Coastal Mendocino County is renowned for its rugged coastline, breathtaking views, and charming small towns. The area has several state parks, including Mendocino Headlands State Park and Van Damme State Park.

1. Mendocino

One of the most famous towns in the area is Mendocino, a quaint and picturesque community designated as a National Historic Landmark. Murder She Wrote, the television series with Angela Lansbury, was filmed there.

Great places to stay in the Mendocino area include Brewery Gulch Inn, Elk Cove Inn and Spa, Stanford Inn by the Sea, and Little River Inn.

2. Fort Bragg

North of Mendocino, Fort Bragg is home to the historic Skunk Train and Glass Beach. We had an exciting time riding the railbikes round-trip from the train station to Pudding Creek.