Top Things to do in Mendocino County
The 6 Best Bodies of Water in Mendocino County, Mendocino County
Discover the best top things to do in Mendocino County, United States including Mendocino Coast, Big River, Gualala River, Manchester State Parker, Lake Mendocino, Navarro River.
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1. Mendocino Coast
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 756 reviews
A scenic drive along California's Pacific coastline offering beaches, historic lighthouses and old-time fishing villages.
Reviewed By Martysfo - San Rafael, United States
Great cliffs, fog and quiet mark this coast. It is cold and chilly, even in August. Yet it is a must see so one can step back in time to how California used to be. A bonus is the trip up through the Anderson Valley Wine Region on the way to the coast from the Bay Area.
2. Big River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 98 reviews
A beautiful estuary in which to observe nature.
Reviewed By KarinaL101
We walked down to this area where the river meets the ocean. People were surfing, paddle boarding and boating in kayaks. The beach area was immense.
3. Gualala River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
A perfect river for first-time canoers or kayakers since the waters are calm and non-threatening.
Reviewed By 22Janjim20 - Oakland, United States
We stayed at a place where our view was the river and the ocean- magnificent. We went kayaking on the river and had a picnic lunch. Lots of fun! The river was very shallow at one end and we had to get out to walk the kayak to a deeper place. When we went toward the ocean, it was super.
4. Manchester State Parker
5. Lake Mendocino
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 77 reviews
Lake Mendocino is located in the northern coast range of California where redwood forests meet the wine country. Created by the construction of Coyote Dam on the East Fork of the Russian River in 1958. The dam, built and maintained by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers provides flood damage reduction, water conservation, and hydroelectric power. The lake also provides many recreation opportunities.
6. Navarro River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
