Mendocino
and Surrounding Area
The following resources are available in the Mendocino Coast area.

In addition to the camp and foot trails of the Woodlands there are forests, meadows, marshes, rivers and wildlife. A perfect setting for recreation, relaxation, meditation or study.

The water world nearby includes:
  • Big River for swimming and canoeing, studying and enjoying the river, marsh and tidewater ecology
  • Coastal State beaches and tidepools
  • The Mendocino Headlands
  • Albion River
  • Little River
  • Jughandle Creek
  • Ten Mile River
  • Canoe & Bicycle Rentals

    Nature study and recreation areas nearby include:
  • The Pygmy Forest
  • Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
  • Jughandle Ecological Staircase
  • Thousands of acres of forest, ferns, plants, animals and mushrooms

    The picturesque town of Mendocino is just 9 miles from the Woodlands. Mendocino is well-known for its art community and turn of the century charm. The town has many fine art galleries, shops and restaurants. Art classes are often offered at the Mendocino Art Center.



    The nearby town of Fort Bragg provides most of the necessities and many of the pleasures of life. There is a variety of food and hardware stores, a hospital, many fine restaurants and a growing number of galleries. The Skunk Train to Willits can be boarded in Fort Bragg.

    This and more are all within a half hour's drive of the Mendocino Woodlands.

  • Mendocino Woodlands Main Page

    Below are some photographs of the local area.