North Coast Cool Towns

North Coast Cool Towns Overview

California has a wide variety of interesting cities and towns. From quaint harbor communities to a desert oasis, this is a listing of just a few of the towns you may have interest in.

North Coast Cool Towns
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Fort Bragg is located at the intersections of Highway 1 and 20. Charter a salmon fishing trip or whale watching expedition out of Noyo harbor. Collect pieces of glass on Glass Beach; an old dumping area for glass bottles, the glass has been smoothed by the sea and is now in the form of little glass pebbles. Camp, fish, bike, explore tidepools, or horsback ride at MacKerricher State Beach. Explore shops, cafes and bars of the historic town. Ride the historic Skunk Train for a day or dinner cruise. Fort Bragg hosts the 'World's Largest Salmon Barbeque' every year.

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Mendocino is located off highway 1 just a few miles south of Highway 20. This refined coastal village offers upscale amenities like Victorian Inns and day spas. Known for its quaint shops and antique treasures, this town also has much to offer in nature activities. Canoe the Big River or one of the many coves along the coast. Mountain bike some of the many trails that flow through the pristine redwood forest. Visit one of the many state parks in the region. Schedule a llama trek into woods for a picnic in Russian Gulch State Park. Visit the 1909 Cabrillo Light House. Meandor the Coast Botantical Gardens located right on the ocean and featuring azaleas, rhododendrons and so much more.

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Trinidad more coming soon.

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Ferndale more coming soon.

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