Mendocino, United States

Parks & nature in Mendocino

7 places, ranked by traveler reviews. Green escapes in Mendocino, parks, gardens and natural spots to catch your breath.

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Caspar Headlands State Beach

Secluded cove with tide pools and dramatic bluffs, offering quiet coastal exploration and stunning Pacific views.

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Jug Handle State Natural Reserve

Unique state reserve featuring a rare ecological staircase of marine terraces, with trails through pygmy forests and coastal scrub.

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Mendocino Headlands State Park

Explore dramatic coastal bluffs and panoramic ocean views on miles of trails at Mendocino Headlands State Park.

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Mendocino Woodlands State Park

Camp and hike among ancient redwoods in a serene, less-visited state park with miles of trails.

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Russian Gulch State Park

Hike to a 36-foot waterfall and see a dramatic sea arch at Russian Gulch State Park, a coastal gem.

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Van Damme State Park

Discover a unique pygmy forest and a lush fern canyon at Van Damme State Park, with beach access.

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Big River (California)

Paddle or hike along California's largest undeveloped estuary, where redwoods meet the Pacific in Mendocino.

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