5 Places to Visit in Mendocino County
Giant redwoods, breathtaking coastline, great seafood and elegant Pinot Noir make this rugged region a treat for visitors. Artists flourish in small towns where a counterculture spirit lives on.
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5 Things to Do in Mendocino County
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Photo by Michael HousewrightMendocino Headlands State Park
Steps from the town’s art galleries, a spectacular view of the ocean awaits from a path along wind-swept cliffs. Warm up in the Victorian-style Ford House Museum afterward.
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Photo by Michael HousewrightPoint Arena Lighthouse
Step back in time at this lighthouse built in 1908. Visit for an hour or book a room for the night at this scenic destination located an hour’s drive south on Highway 1 from Mendocino town.
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Photo by Michael HousewrightPennyroyal Farm
Tour the milking parlor and meet the goats and sheep that help this farmstead craft its cheeses that pair perfectly with the pure-tasting Pinot Noir.
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Photo by Michael HousewrightAnderson Valley Brewing
The home of mellow Boont Amber Ale, this establishment was among the first 25 U.S. craft breweries. Today it offers visitors 20 options on tap.
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Photo by Michael HousewrightSaracina Vineyards
After a stroll of the organic gardens at John Fetzer’s contemporary stone-and-glass winery and barrel cave, you can sample estate-grown olive oil and honey. Don’t miss the Pick and Shovel Zinfandel.
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