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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 TripMendocino County Road Trip
- Mendocino National ForestMendocino National Forest
- Lake CountyLake County
- Wild North CoastWild North Coast
- North Coast Brewing CompanyNorth Coast Brewing Company
- Neighborhood Guide: FerndaleNeighborhood Guide: Ferndale
- Arcata Plaza, ArcataArcata Plaza, Arcata
- Trinidad PierTrinidad Pier
- Point Arena-Stornetta Public LandsPoint Arena-Stornetta Public Lands
- Chacewater Winery & Olive MillChacewater Winery & Olive Mill
- Blue Ox MillworksBlue Ox Millworks
- Skunk TrainSkunk Train
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California Vacations for the Star Wars Icons
Here’s where Yoda, Darth Vader, and their friends would go to relax
Mendocino County’s Simple Luxuries
Three locals explain why this North Coast region is low-key amazing
April 2025 Events in California
Party in the desert, play in the snow, and enjoy a unique spring fruit
13 Waterfront Restaurants
Where to find fresh seafood and world-class views on California’s coast
10 Great California Festivals in 2018
Start booking spots now for next year’s art, wine, and food fests
Raise a Glass at These California Wine Month Events
Celebrate International Cabernet Day today and California Wine Month all September long at these events
Early Spring 2025 Deals for California Travel
Now’s the perfect time to visit hotels, wineries, and spas in the Golden State—and enjoy some serious savings
March 2025 Events in California
Kick off your spring with whale watching, theme park festivals, and special beer and wine releases
12 Luxury Oceanfront Hotels
Stay at one of these hotels on the beach and wake up to waves crashing on the California coast
California’s 14 Cultural Districts
Visit these diverse and artistic neighborhoods throughout the state
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
Redwood Coast, Favorite Hotels, Sacramento Dining
38min
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
California Travel on Any Budget
51min
Atlas Obscura, Packing Tips, Wine
26min
Exploring Mendocino County
1hr1min
Road Trips: Route 66 and Beyond
1hr
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