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Mendocino Coast

Mendocino, CA
707-961-6300
Ranked #1 of 14 attractions in Mendocino
5.0 of 5 stars 66 Reviews
Type: Scenic Drives, Bodies of Water
Activities: Driving, Viewing wildlife, Kayaking
Description: A scenic drive along California's Pacific coastline offering beaches, historic lighthouses and old-time fishing villages.
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San Francisco, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW
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Coastline with just about everything it could offer: Sea-eroded "natural bridges," tide pools, vistas begging to be photographed. (AND: bluffs unmarred by hand railings, fences and "caution" signs. BUT that means you've got to be very, very careful along these precipitous cliffs.) Deservedly famous and beautiful Botanical Garden not very far from the village of Mendocino -- which is a... More

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Ceres, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

The day we visited it was very blustery so we opted to view the beautiful views from our car. The color of the water was so pretty as the waves broke over the rocks, we wished we could have our room that color! Watching the birds soar and float on the wind was also amazing. So little effort and they... More

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Vantaa, Finland
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

Mendocino is the place where they (partly) filmed the tv-show "Murder she wrote" and that is the reason we wanted to visit it again. We found the place by accident several years ago and as we liked the mystery show we visited it again as we were in the area (Point Arena). The village is really nice and people are... More

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San Diego, California
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62 reviews 62 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

Been here several times and never get tired of the beauty. Hiked along Main street trails. Great views for photos More

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Los Angeles, CA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

Most beautiful coastline we've ever seen. Like open space, quiet, and nearby redwoods. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

My husband and I were married in Mendocino (Albion River Inn) We go up at least once a year. Love it!!!!! More

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Springville, California
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

Secluded, wind-swept, easy access to tide pools and cliffs. Sea lions were having their pups so we were able to see some of 2012's newest babies. Well-marked trails and informative displays. More

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Fort Bragg
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

Loved the whales! The best kept secret in California! More

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Stockton, CA
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

This coast is for scenic purposes. Spring is a lovely time to visit. The wildflowers are the best, and the whale sightings are plenty. More

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Sydney
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

Wonderful scenery. Winding roads that slowed down the trip in the most enjoyable way. More

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