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| State Park Overview: |
 | The park is near picturesque downtown Mendocino. The park features grass-covered headlands and a beach, with access from the mouth of the Big River south of town. Trails are popular with hikers and joggers. In winter, the park provides a site for whale watching. The Ford Museum features weekend lectures on area wildlife.
Volunteers operate the historic Ford House on Main Street in Mendocino. Current and historic information about the area is available to Mendocino visitors, including a scale model of 1890 Mendocino. Interpretive walks, led by docents. Check times at the Ford House.
The park, with its unique blend of gentle trails, rugged coastline, secluded beaches and timeless history surrounds the Village of Mendocino on three sides. Three miles of trails wind along the cliffs, giving the casual explorer spectacular views of sea arches and hidden grottos.
The park began operation in 1974. The original idea for the park came from the citizens of Mendocino in the late 1960's. Rumors of a planned development for the headlands brought the people together who wanted to retain the property as natural open space. Now the park land provides Mendocino with a buffer area that preserves the town's historical presence. In return, the town provides a view of a unique blend of natural, ecological, cultural and social diversity.
Visitor Activities:
You might come to see the spring wildflowers, enjoy a crisp and clear fall day, escape to a cool summer climate or witness the winter migration of grey whale.
There are no camping facilities; visitors are day users only.
Activities range from hiking to surfing and from fishing to sport diving.
Big River Beach is on the south side of Mendocino. It is accessible by vehicle from Highway 1, or by trails down the bluffs. Picnickers, sun bathers and players in the surf.
Photographers and painters frequently visit various parts of Mendocino Headlands enjoying and capturing the scenic wonders. |
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| Area Accommodations |
| B&Bs / Inns | | Auberge Mendocino Seaside Inn & Cottages - Auberge Mendocino Bed and Breakfast formally Rachel's Inn
Auberge Mendocino, luxury Seaside bed and breakfast Inn and cottages. Access to beach and headlands, every amenity; great comfort with style | | Glendeven Inn - Delightful 1867 country inn on the Mendocino coast with fireplaces, ocean views, private baths. Breakfast delivered to your room. Art gallery and lovely gardens. Peaceful. | | Stevenswood Spa Resort - A four diamond / five star country inn and restaurant of contemporary elegance nestled in the forest by the sea on the Mendocino Coast. The perfect escape with its canyon side private spas and sculpt |
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| Directions: |
| The park surrounds the town of Mendocino, just off Highway One. |
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