MacKerricher State Park offers a variety of habitats; beach, bluff, headland, dune, forest and wetland. Tidepools are along the shore. Seals live on the rocks off the park's Mendocino coast. More than 90 species of birds visit or live near Cleone Lake, a formal tidal lagoon. During winter and spring, the nearby headland provides a good lookout for whale watching. The park is popular with hikers, joggers, equestrians and bicyclists. Fishing is also popular, with trout in two fresh-water lakes. The park has a wheelchair accessible nature trail.

History of the Area

Have you ever kissed a giraffe?

Well, you just might have your chance when you visit the B. Bryan Preserve, located in Point Arena, California. The 110-acre preserve, opened in 2004, now plays an important role in preservation of several African animals and was recently named #6 out of the top 10 best U.S. African Safaris by USA Today.

Fancy a spot of tea, love? Then you'll want to take part in the civilized art form of Afternoon Tea as practiced at the Westport Hotel's Old Abalone Pub. You and your friends are cordially invited to linger, Saturdays only from three to five. Reservations recommended. Westport Hotel is located at Highway 1, 17 miles north of Fort Bragg.

Lens Tours this weekend at the Point Cabrillo Light Station!

The first day of Fall is also the last lens tour of the year at Point Cabrillo Light Station! Visit Point Cabrillo on September 22 between 10am-4pm for the lens tour, lasting about 45 minutes. Arrive a little earlier for the 1/2 mile walk to the lighthouse from the parking lot, you may want to stop every once in awhile to enjoy the beautiful views!

This is the last lens tour of the season!

Don't miss out!

From Westport to Gualala, there is no shortage of charming coastal towns along the Mendocino Coast. If you want a getaway destination, there are many to pick from. Do you want to be a part of the community? How about enjoying the wonderful array of events that happen year-round? There’s so much natural beauty surrounding us; there’s amazing wines, delicious food, local theatre and musical productions … well, the list is a long one.

Planning on coming to the coast for Labor Day Weekend 2018? Where else can you meet Paul Bunyan, enjoy beer, bison and bluegrass and take a self-guided tour of artists' open studios from the Sea Ranch to Point Arena!

Have you done this yet? What a great way to ride the rails! Skunk Train’s railbikes are a huge hit so far! They’ve had dozens of riders, and the feedback has been great!

Mendocino Coast Chamber of Commerce shared the following message today (Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2018) The Coast is Clear in Mendocino County; Wildfires Remain in Remote Wilderness Regions; All Major Highways & Tourism Facilities Open! Click here to stay updated with the wildfire locations in California: https://tinyurl.com/yclv7b6j

Photo provided by C. L. Brockhaus.