While staying with us at the Coast Inn and Spa you can find plenty of things to do in and around the area. There are numerous parks in the Mendocino area and you can view a list of them with detailed information and a map by clicking here. We are just a short distance from the beach, shopping, and lots of other activities throughout the year. Listed below you will find just a few of the exciting things you can do while staying with us. We have brochures and information in our lobby which will help you plan your activities. For more information on activities and a list of events for the year, you can contact the chamber of commerce at 707-882-3272 or visit their web site by clicking here.
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Outdoor Activities: With un crowded beaches, pristine rivers, bays, and coastlines, Fort Bragg has become a premiere destination for the young and the young at heart. Listed below are some of the local activities that will help to make your vacation with us a fun filled adventure, providing memories to last a lifetime.
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Abalone Diving
Adventurous divers brave the frigid and unpredictable waters of Fort Bragg annually in hopes of bringing in their limit of abalone. Divers of all ages flock to the beaches in hopes to find their treasure.
Deep Sea Fishing: Fort Bragg is a fisherman's dream with seasons for salmon, rock cod, and crab. There are several charter boats in Noyo Harbor offering deep sea fishing excursions. Many seasons are limited, so please check with one of the charter outfitters or our local fish and game for more information on sport fishing availability. The 4 links below also provide Whale Watching Adventures.
Kayaking - Surfing - Whale Watching: Enjoy hours of endless outdoor adventures while kayaking the Pacific Ocean or Riding The Big Wave. Winter weather brings monster waves, attracting advanced surfers, while summer months bring gentle waves perfect for the beginner or more novice surfers.
Whale watching is one of Fort Bragg's most popular attractions during the winter and spring months, when Gray and Humpback whale's make their annual migration along the coast.
The Fort Bragg Whale Festival held in mid-March brings regional micro breweries to town showing off their best pilsners, stouts and ales for tasting. Other events include arts & crafts fair, chowder tasting, art exhibits and guided whale walks at the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens and MacKerricher State Park. Kayak Rental - Sub-Surface Progression - Tide Charts
18600 N. Hwy 1 - Fort Bragg, CA. - 707-964-3793 Catch-A-Canoe Boat Rentals - 707-937-0273 Liquid Fusion Kayaking
Fort Bragg - Mendocino - 707-964-1623 Lost Surf Shack - For Mendocino County Surfriders click here
319 N. Franklin St. - Fort Bragg, CA. - 707-964-0889
Whale Watching Areas
MacKerricher State Park - Pomo Bluffs - Mendocino Botanical Gardens The Deep Sea Charters also provide Whale Watching Excursions.
Other Things To See and Do: Discover some of Fort Bragg's favorite treasures. These local attractions will provide plenty of entertainment for the entire family.