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Romance finds a home in this idyllic coastal land, where ocean fog rolls in to blanket hushed redwood forests. Along more than 100 miles of coast, artists set up easels to paint scenes of pounding surf, picturesque headlands, and whitewashed cottages in towns like Mendocino or Eureka. A new generation of farmers and winemakers focus their energy on preserving the land as well as producing amazing food and wine—be sure to try every hyper-local specialty. And keep an eye out for supersized regulars: From December through May, about 20,000 gray whales travel the coast on their annual migration.
- Mendocino County Road Trip
- Mendocino National Forest
Mendocino National Forest
- Lake County
Lake County
- Wild North Coast
Wild North Coast
- North Coast Brewing Company
North Coast Brewing Company
- Neighborhood Guide: Ferndale
Neighborhood Guide: Ferndale
- Arcata Plaza, Arcata
Arcata Plaza, Arcata
- Trinidad Pier
Trinidad Pier
- Point Arena-Stornetta Public Lands
Point Arena-Stornetta Public Lands
- Chacewater Winery & Olive Mill
Chacewater Winery & Olive Mill
- Blue Ox Millworks
Blue Ox Millworks
- Skunk Train
Skunk Train
Events In:
- California Wine Month
California Wine Month
September 1–30, 2025
- August 2025 Events in California
August 2025 Events in California
Plan a trip to hear music, sample unique cuisine, or watch dogs surf
- Discover 8 of California’s Best-Kept Secrets
Discover 8 of California’s Best-Kept Secrets
These remote and surprising spots fly under the radar for even the most well-versed California travelers
- July 2025 Events in California
July 2025 Events in California
Make summer memories while enjoying fairs, comic book culture, and craft beer
- 12 Great Dog Beaches
12 Great Dog Beaches
Whether your pup wants to ride the waves or lounge in the sand, there’s a Golden State beach calling
- Great U-Pick Farms in California
Great U-Pick Farms in California
Enjoy the best of California’s berries, apples, mandarin oranges, and more at these local farms
- Dine at a Michelin-Star Restaurant in California
Dine at a Michelin-Star Restaurant in California
Choose from dozens of acclaimed restaurants across the Golden State
- How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in California
How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in California
Honor America’s birthday in 2025 with fireworks, festivals, and gorgeous settings around the Golden State
- June 2025 Events in California
June 2025 Events in California
Embrace summer with beer festivals, classic fairs, and live music
- 11 Incredible California Beaches
11 Incredible California Beaches
Secluded, action-packed, or classic—there's a California beach for every mood
- 2025 California Travel Deals You Can Book This Summer
2025 California Travel Deals You Can Book This Summer
Add a little extra sunshine to your vacation with hotel and theme park discounts
California 101
Mendocino County Road Trip
You are Here. A California Love Letter
California Dream Eater
3 Farm2Fork Feasts in California
Hidden Gems
Point Arena-Stornetta Public Lands
California Pop
California Pop: North Coast
California 101
Crescent City: 5 Amazing Things
California 101
North Coast Best Beaches
California 101
Redwood State and National Parks
Michelin Guide, L.A. to Paso Robles, LGBTQ+ Travel
46min
Native American Travel Experiences in California
1hr
Redwood Coast, Favorite Hotels, Sacramento Dining
38min
California Travel on Any Budget
51min
Rock Climbing, Best Campgrounds, L.A. Shopping
35min
California Curiosities, Architecture, East Bay
37min
Fascinating Road Trips
37min
Northern California's Greatest Hits
41min
Wine Tasting in California
49min
Atlas Obscura, Packing Tips, Wine
26min
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