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Mendocino
Mendocino is a county on the north coast of California. It is north of the San Francisco Bay Area and Sonoma County and west of the Central Valley.
Mendocino is famous all over America for its unique and beautiful coastline and of course its wine country. Mendocino is a traveler’s paradise with its pristine beaches, natural wonders and immense history.
Mendocino was one of the original counties of California and it was created in 1850. The county derived its name from Cape Mendocino, which is believed to have been named in the honor of either the Viceroy of New Spain Antonio de Mendoza or Lorezo Suarez de Mendoza, who was the Viceroy from 1580 to 1583.
Mendocino has a lot to offer to a visitor. One can stroll through the beautiful villages and be transported back to the Victorian era, dine at the innumerous restaurants and cafes, browse and shop in the quaint boutiques and galleries, and flavor the world-renowned wines and beers of Mendocino.
Just 30 minutes south of Mendocino is the quaint little village of Elk which is located at the seaside. This village is worth visiting for its ocean view, quaint cafes and Irish Pubs. A visit to Fort Bragg is just perfect for the entire family. You can go horseback riding along the sandy beaches or take the Skunk Train through the Redwoods forest. For ocean lovers, whale watching is available at Noyo Harbor. Another popular place to visit is the Van Damme State Park. Off the park, you can beach-comb, snorkel or go kayaking. The park is a popular dive spot among abalone divers. You can also stroll along the pristine sandy beaches and Buckhorn Cove.
Mendocino Village has many walking trails offering spectacular views of the ocean. It is surrounded on three sides by ocean bluffs known as the Mendocino Headlands.
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