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Fort Bragg
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Fort Bragg — 2 nights

Fort Bragg is known for beaches, sightseeing, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take a memorable drive along Mendocino Coast, take in the dramatic natural features at Mendocino Headlands State Park, take in the pleasant sights at Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, and enjoy the sand and surf at Glass Beach.

To see more things to do, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Fort Bragg trip builder site.

San Francisco to Fort Bragg is an approximately 3.5-hour car ride. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Traveling from San Francisco in December, plan for slightly colder nights in Fort Bragg, with lows around 35°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) early enough to drive back home.
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Parks · Nature · Outdoors · Beaches
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Mendocino County travel guide

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Beaches · State Parks · Scenic Drive
Endowed with a dramatic and undeveloped coast and forests of towering redwood trees, Mendocino County draws residents of the San Francisco Bay Area looking for a peaceful vacation. Tranquil sand beaches backed by cliffs offer prime sunset viewing. State parks present scenic hiking and biking options, and wineries serve up fine California vintages. Mendocino County's nutrient-rich soil has also made it a leading area for the cultivation of marijuana--much of which goes to Bay Area medical cannabis dispensaries--and the area has a reputation for brewing fine craft beers. The county also contains numerous points of historical interest, including lighthouses on the coast and museums detailing the region's past. In Mendocino's easygoing towns, you'll encounter small art galleries and charming boutiques.
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