What's So Special About
The Mendocino Coast?

The initial attraction begins with the natural beauty of the area. It’s all here—from the rugged coastline with the panoramic bluff top views to the serenity of the majestic redwoods. The historical village of Mendocino is burgeoning with flower gardens year round.

Opportunities abound for the sports and nature enthusiasts. The ocean and many rivers beckon surfers, divers, kayakers, and fisherman. Local parks offer miles of hiking and biking trails. Or, if you prefer a more leisurely pace, you can simply opt for a bench and a magnificient sunset.

Small town life has its own special charm. No freeways, no malls, no horn honking, no corporate deadlines. You can’t possibly be in a hurry in a small town, because you always need to pause to say “hello” to someone and catch up on the latest happenings. Everyone’s clock seems to run a bit slower here. Locals call this “Mendo Time”.

The Mendocino Coast is located about 150 miles north of San Francisco. Once you exit the freeway, all roads here are very scenic but winding. The terrain of the area limits tour bus travel and has helped to minimize population growth.

Visitors to the Coast often observe the wide expanses of vacant land and assume that raw land is plentiful. Actually, most of the open land is preserved as state parks, agricultural, or timber land. Undeveloped land is becoming increasingly scarce, especially the highly desired oceanfront parcels.

The Coast certainly has its unique flavor of small town charm and sense of community. It’s an ideal destination for anyone seeking a simpler lifestyle with slower pace amidst the coastal beauty.