Sight
Point Cabrillo
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Point Cabrillo is a dramatic headland jutting into the Pacific, offering some of the best coastal views in Mendocino. The area is a prime spot for whale watching during migration seasons, with gray whales passing close to shore. In spring, wildflowers carpet the bluffs. Visitors can hike the coastal trails, photograph the rugged cliffs, and watch for seals and seabirds. The headland also provides a stunning backdrop for sunset photography.
Don't miss
- Watch for gray whales from the headland's viewpoints
- Hike the coastal bluffs for wildflower displays in spring
- Photograph the dramatic cliffs and sunset over the Pacific
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Point Cabrillo
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inSkunk Train: Wolf Tree Turn from Willits4.4★ · 273 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$70 per personSee dates →
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