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Pro
peaceful, scenic, lots of quality accommodations.
Con
The drive can be a little long.
In a nutshell
Be sure to poke around in this little town a bit.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve
blueskyjohn Says: This is a great find. We saw it on the map that it was on the way from Mendocino to our next stop, Napa Valley. So glad we took the time to visit. It is a small park with about a two mile loop hike in a valley floor loaded with huge redwoods and few people. The trail is very...
Redwood National & State Parks
richiecdisc Says: Redwood National Park is co-managed with California State Parks but your America The Beautiful Pass ($80 for one year, good at all National Parks) is still valid for visiting the many sectors of the park scattered along the Northern California coast. These spread out parks...
richiecdisc Says: Mendocino's charm does not end with its quaint architecture or stunning coastal setting, one of the first things you will notice is the profusion of flowers that seem to ooze out of every garden, window sill, and even along the headlands. It is quite possibly the most...
Mendocino Headlands State Park
richiecdisc Says: Mendocino has such a lovely setting that everything around it has been designated Mendocino Headlands State Park. This free to enter area offers up some nice coastal walking trails, great views of scenic bluffs and sea caves, and expansive beaches perfect for strolling. The...
richiecdisc Says: Mendocino is a sleepy charmer. Added to the list of National Historical Places in 1971, it combines a gorgeous coastal setting with 19th century architecture to make for a “sure is pretty" exclamation. If this place was on the Big Sur highway, well it would probably be...
2 Reviews and 685 Opinions This was one of the best experiences I ever had at a bed and breakfast, or hotel for that matter....
Sea Rock Bed and Breakfast Inn
3 Reviews and 164 Opinions The Sea Rock is located just a few minutes drive north of Mendocino. It boast some wonderful views...
blueskyjohn Says: This is a small place we stopped in for some ice cream and they were open late (for the area). They advertise gluten-free pizza but we didn't try it. I had Frankie's version of an ice cream sandwich. A huge amount of chocolate ice cream between two very large chocolate chip...
Chart Room: good old Fish & Chips
richiecdisc Says: Part of the fun of traveling is meeting others doing the same thing and often they are of a very different demographic, especially when doing a road trip. We were driving up the California coast, stopping to see big redwoods and views of the incredible bluffs and beaches. We...
Anderson Valley Brewing: an enchanting garden
richiecdisc Says: Anderson Valley was one of the original craft breweries and I visited it in 1994 as I traveled around the western US for the first time. It has remained a staple with their old line-up and have only recently begun to expand into bigger beers. It was not on our list of places...
Bear Republic: don't miss The Bear
richiecdisc Says: Bear Republic is fast becoming California's best craft brewery and was high on my list of places to visit on my 2008 tour of the US. It had opened the year after my first trip around the States in 1994 and after trying one of their beers while in LA a few weeks prior to...
Russian River Brewery: wild horses couldn't drag me away
richiecdisc Says: Russian River Brewing has been on my radar for quite some time. When we were in San Francisco in 2005 we did an overnight trip to the Sonoma Valley with good friends we were traveling with. They wanted to check out some vineyards and we were only too happy to tag along. I...
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We stopped into Dick’s Place for a drink before dinner. It has a casual atmosphere. The decor is both rustic and festive. The decorations get a little crazy, but also include some great old photographs of when Mendocino was primarily a lumber town.
Patrons included about an even mix or tourists and locals. All were fairly laid back. Dick’s Place turned out to be a nice little spot to hang out in for a while.
Written Jul 5, 2008
kellinwood Says: Headed to Wine Country from Medocino? Headed to Medocino from Napa or Sanoma? Be sure to take Highway 128. Its a scenic drive through the rolling backcountry which includes famous wine regions, a redwood forest and the coast. We took this route recently to get from Fort...
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Corners of the Mouth, set in a red, former church and easily spotted in town, is a favorite of locals and the interest of tourists. If you have exact change for them at the checkout, they get happy and ding a little bell hanging overhead.
What to buy: Right when you walk in there's a refrigerator containing yogurt, smoothies, juices, salads, etc. Go for the Boont Berry Farm burritos -- with or without cheese. The best burritos I've ever had!
What to pay: The burritos cost, oh, about $4.00 I think.
Written Mar 10, 2005
Address: 45015 Ukiah Street. Centrally located, easy to see
Phone: 707-937-5345
richiecdisc Says: The California Coastal Redwood is the tallest tree in the world. These incredible trees are in the same family as Sequoias. This variety can live up to 2200 years, can reach heights of up to 380 feet (115 meters) and are only found along the northern part of the California...
richiecdisc Says: The 4th of July is one of the biggest holidays in the US. It's kind a combination of national pride, the beginning of summer, and the kids are out of school-let's get out and do something. Family get togethers are common, whether they be BBQs at home or excursions. Camping...
blueskyjohn Says: Luckily, this did not happen to us but we were in Montgomery Woods State Reserve eating lunch at a picnic table at the parking lot when a gentleman approached us asking how long we were there. We had just finished our hike and relaxing for about 10 minute eating. He told us...
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Luggage and bags: While there is a long stretch of coast trail here and it is possible to backpack your way, this is more the domain of the day hiker and a small day pack will suffice.
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Good sturdy hiking shoes are best for both coastal hiking and strolling through the redwood forests. In summer, you could wear shorts and a t-shirt but weather is changeable and it can be quite cool in summer if a fog blows in or it begins to rain. Rain gear would be considered essential but we had nothing but sunny skies!
Photo Equipment: Wide angle is great for taking photos of charming towns like Mendocino as well as taking in the expanses of coast and redwood forests.
Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: Accommodation is generally higher than many places in the US so it's wise to bring a tent and do some camping. It's not only a great way to save money, it gets you closer to nature and there are some amazing campgrounds here set in forests you may have dreamed about.
Miscellaneous: D was the perfect partner in this relaxed and peaceful time.
Updated Oct 12, 2009
slow mornings and long afternoons
richiecdisc Says: We had a slow morning with another brewpub just up the road. It was nice to not rush and even nicer to arrive at much anticipated Bear Republic for lunch. The little town of Healdsburg was charming and the brewpub was a fantastic bustling affair. The food was nothing short...
richiecdisc Says: Northern California is full of gems like Mendocino. A road trip in this part of the golden state is an all-too-missed pleasure, with great natural scenery on both the coast and inland. Toss in lots of great places to eat and drink and a lack of crowds and you have the...
richiecdisc Says: North Coast Brewing was another place I had stopped 15 years prior but it was not on my list of places ro return to, not for any reason other than money and time. You can only do so much, even in six months. We had a wonderful meal, the beer was even better than...
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