Places to See & Things to Do
While you are here on the Mendonoma Coast, enjoy some our favorite sites and activities.
Private Wine Tours
Private wine tours with Sommelier Diane Bacarro. Enjoy relaxing as you’re driven through the incredible landscape of Mendocino County while learning about the history of winemaking in the Anderson Valley, its growing recognition as an important California wine region. Learn More About the Wine Tours Arena Theater
Located in Point Arena, this historic movie theater offers current releases as well as classic films, live broadcasts of opera and theater, as well as live music. Visit their calendar to see what's coming up! ArenaTheater.org Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
Drive up the coast towards the town of Mendocino (about 1.5 hours) and find this magical piece of paradise. Spread across 40 acres enjoy both cultivated gardens and the wild beauty of the natural coastline. Afterwards explore the town of Mendocino or Fort Bragg. Buy tickets online or at the gate. GardenByTheSea.org |
Sea Ranch Chapel
The Sea Ranch is already celebrated for its architectural style, but nothing compares to the stunning design of this non-denominational chapel featuring exquisite stained glass creations. A perfect place to catch a moment of tranquility. TheSeaRanchChapel.org B Bryan Preserve
Learn about the conservation of zebras and giraffes at the B Bryan Preserve in Point Arena! Take a ride in a vintage Land Rover with one of their zookeepers and tour this unique menagerie. Self-guided driving tours also available. Reservations required. BBryanPreserve.com Gualala Point
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Point Arena Lighthouse
Located on an incredible little peninsula with white caps all around you, stop and take in the majesty and power of Mother Nature. Tour the lighthouse then visit the giftshop and museum which offers history on the lighthouse and the area. Don’t forget to look for Arena Mina—the lighthouse cat!
pointarenalighthouse.com Gualala Arts Center
Nestled in the amongst the Redwoods along the Gualala River find rotating exhibits of local artists and outdoor sculpture garden as well as cultural events including art openings and live music. Check out their calendar for a current events, workshops and shows. GualalaArts.org Ross Ranch: Coast Horseback Riding
Go for a horseback ride on spectacular California’s Manchester Beach and enjoy miles of unspoiled sand and surf or, if you prefer, take a guided horseback ride through a beautiful mountain redwood forest in the inland coastal mountains of Elk. RossRanch.biz |
Kayaking & Water Sports
~North Pacific Adventure~ Personal kayak tours with a local including fishing, whale watching, or sea caves. Also offers surfing lessons. |
~Adventure Rents~ Rent a kayak and paddle along the Gualala River. Conveniently located just south of the Gualala town center. |
~Kayak Mendocino~ Located in Van Damme State Park (about 1.5 hours north) explore sea caves and the mendocino coastline. Follow it with lunch in the charming town of Mendocino. |
