3 days in Mendocino & Fort Bragg Itinerary

Mendocino is an unincorporated community in Mendocino County, California, United States. Kick off your visit on the 18th (Fri): admire the masterpieces at Mendocino Art Center and then immerse yourself in nature at Jug Handle State Reserve. Here are some ideas for day two: look for gifts at Gallery Bookshop & Bookwinkle's Children's Books, get engrossed in the history at Ford House Visitor Center & Museum, and then don't miss a visit to Albion River Bridge.

To see ratings, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Mendocino day trip tool.

San Francisco to Mendocino is an approximately 3.5-hour car ride. You can also do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Traveling from San Francisco in February, plan for slightly colder nights in Mendocino, with lows around 39°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Fort Bragg.

Fort Bragg is a coastal city along State Route 1 in Mendocino County, California. Start off your visit on the 20th (Sun): relax and rejuvenate at CV Starr Aquatic Center and then enjoy the sand and surf at Noyo Headlands Park.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Fort Bragg trip planner.

Fort Bragg is just a stone's throw from Mendocino. February in Fort Bragg sees daily highs of 64°F and lows of 39°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) early enough to drive back home.