Thank you for inquiring about the Magnificent Mendocino Coast. Spectacular ocean views and charming Victorian Villages dot the scenic Mendocino Coastline of Northern California.
Mendocino Village is situated on a peninsula and surrounded on three sides by picturesque wildflower covered bluffs and crashing surf. Established in the 1850's, many of the New England style Victorians have been lovingly restored into romantic Bed & Breakfast Inns, world class restaurants and quaint shops.
The harbor town of Fort Bragg is best known for the Skunk Train that takes its riders on a trip through the redwoods and back in time. The harbor bustles with activity from fishermen bringing in their daily haul for the local restaurants and charter boats that offer fishing and whale watching adventures. The flower meet the sea at the Botanical Gardens, a flower lovers paradise.
Just two miles south, you'll discover the relaxed atmosphere of Little River . Combining a beautiful coastline and Fern Canyons with fabulous lodging and restaurants, you've found the perfect getaway from the hectic pace! For fun, you can snorkel off Van Damme, stroll along sandy beaches or enjoy a round of golf with an ocean view.
The quaint seaside village of Elk is the best-kept secret on the Mendocino Coast. The spectacular views from the oceanfront Bed & Breakfast Inns and cottages are absolutely breathtaking and inspiring. This picturesque hamlet perched upon the bluffs, offers everything from an upscale wine & martini bar to an Irish pub and dinner house. Plus, exquisite ocean view dining to casual Cafe's with California cuisine along Mendocino's South Coast you'll discover Manchester and a Beautiful lighthouse in Point Arena .
The Mendocino Coast is one of the most beautifully romantic areas of California. we look forward to seeing you on the Coast!
The Mendocino Coast covers a large area (north to south) and is comprised of many towns and villages. Listing directions and mileage to each of them would be impractical; we have chosen, instead, to show them all as leading to Mendocino, a central point on the long coastal line. Reader-travelers may adjust their particular destinations -- north or south -- to the Mendocino location shown in the directions below.
Towns or villages north of Mendocino are: Caspar (4 miles); Fort Bragg (8 miles); Cleone (13); Westport (24). South of Mendocino are: Little River (3 miles); Albion (7); Elk (18): Irish Beach (22); Manchester (28); Point Arena (33); Anchor Bay (43); Gualala (46).
Driving Directions (in California)
From San Francisco To Mendocino
(150 miles):
Go North on Van Ness Ave. for 3 miles to US 101 (across the Golden Gate Bridge)
Go Northwest on US 101 for 87 miles, through Santa Rosa to State Rte 128 (at Cloverdale)
Go Northwest on State Rte 128, through Boonville, for 52 miles to State Rte 1 (at the mouth of the Navarro River on the Mendocino Coast)
Go North on State Rte 1 for 9 miles (through Albion & Little River)...
...to Mendocino
From Sacramento to Mendocino
(188 miles):
Go South on I-5 for 1 mile to I-80
Go Southwest on I-80 for 46 miles to State Rte 12 (near Cordelia)
Go West on State Rte 12 for 19 miles to State Rte 121 (Napa area)
Go Southwest on state Rte 121 for 1.5 miles to State Rte 116 (west of Napa)
Go West on State Rte 116 for 19 miles to US 101 (south of Petaluma)
Go Northwest on US 101 for 41 miles to State Rte 128 (at Cloverdale)
Go Northwest on State Rte 128, through Boonville, for 52 miles to State Rte 1 (at the mouth of the Navarro River on the Mendocino Coast)
Go North on State Rte 1 for 9 miles (through Albion & Little River)...
...to Mendocino
From South Lake Tahoe to Mendocino
(286 miles):
Go West on US 50 for 97 miles to I-80 (Sacramento area)
Go Southwest on I-80 for 48 miles to State Rte 12 (near Cordelia)
Go West on State Rte 12 for 19 miles to State Rte 121 (Napa area)
Go Southwest on State Rte 121 for 1.5 miles to State Rte 116 (west of Napa)
Go West on State Rte 116 for 19 miles to US 101 (south of Petaluma)
Go Northwest on US 101 for 41 miles to State Rte 128 (at Cloverdale)
Go Northwest on State Rte 128, through Boonville, for 52 miles to State Rte 1 (at the mouth of the Navarro River on the Mendocino Coast)
Go North on State Rte 1 for 9 miles (through Albion & Little River)...
Driving Directions (in California) 
