I've made the trip up to Fort Bragg several times over the last 10 years and had always seen the…read moreads and signs for the Skunk Train. With the full length of the tracks not currently open to Willits, it didn't seem worth it to partake in the shorter train rides. However, once I learned about the rail bikes, I was in! There are two options for the rail bikes. The shorter, two hour excursion is to Glen Briar from their downtown Fort Bragg Depot (the Pudding Creek route) is about 7 miles round trip. If you want a full day adventure, there's the Noyo route which is 25 miles and departs from Sherwood road and is noted as a more stenous excursion. Given I was short on time, I opted for the Pudding Creek route. However, I would definitely do the rail bikes again and try the Noyo route. For the Pudding Creek route, we arrived about 15 minutes before our 10 am departure time. There's a small lot for guests and a short walk over to where the bikes are. Instructions are easy to follow and the staff is amazingly helpful and thorough. With the motor assist, pedaling along the rails was rather mellow. At the end of the line, we stopped at a scenic pavilion in the redwoods and had the option of a short guided hike or to just chill and enjoy the picnic area. I had time to do both and it was a really enjoyable way to spend the morning. There's a basket on the front of each bike to store your backpacks and drink holders for your water bottles. Back at the depot, there's a cute gift shop and behind it, a model train exhibit that was pretty cool. I love a good kitschy attraction and this was a fun, touristy thing to do while visiting the area. I enjoyed it so much, that I do wish the route was longer (hence my hope to go back and do the longer Noyo trip.) Sure, it's pricey, but if you can swing the cost, come in with the right expectations and you'll have a fun day, while also learning a bit more about the area from your guides.

This is an activity you can do in Mendocino / Fort Bragg. You pay $64 per adult to ride a train for…read morean hour. Going to the destination, it's better to stand in the open-air train car to see the trees and Pudding Creek. Stand closer to the speaker to hear the history. Once at the destination, everyone gets off for 45 minutes to use the bathroom, eat concessions or packed snacks, play giant jenga or cornhole, or hike past the bridge. On the way back, you should sit inside the train car and snack on buttery popcorn and local cider (alcoholic). The other option is the two-person bike. This is a one time and done for me. Maybe if you're a train lover, you would want to come back and do it again.

This is an easy coastal trail with several off-rout options. Read up on the geology, and the trail…read morewill be even more interesting. Park at the Glass Beach parking lot, join the trail on the bike path or from the beach. I prefer

If these views could talk, they'd literally be screaming. That's what I was doing deep down inside…read moreas I walked along this scenic coastal trail. Those views are simply breathtaking. You can easily spend your entire day here and never get bored. This trail goes on for miles on end right alongside the beautiful Mendocino coastline. The official parking lot is the one right across from Glass Beach, but there are actually several different access points to this trail. I started my hike from Mackerricher State Park and continued down until I reached Glass Beach. There's a paved pathway (also known as Haul Road) which runs along the coast and is great for a nice leisurely stroll. People with strollers and wheel chairs can easily navigate this paved path. And then, there's the actual coastal dirt path that literally hugs the coastline. This is the path I spent the most time on. You'll pass by tons of secluded pocket beaches and the most gorgeous tide pools along the dirt path. There's also a few up and downs, making this path a bit more adventurous than the flat paved one next to it. Access to the beaches down below are super easy from the trail minus the little bit of scrambling needed to actually get down there. You'll be hit with beautiful coastal views from every angle. It's pretty addictive actually. And the best part is that there are so many amazing little stop-offs along the way, many of them being super secluded. I was able to enjoy a few spots where I practically had the beach and the tide pools all to myself. Many people were wearing masks but a lot of people weren't. The good thing is, both paths are really easy to social distance on. If you're looking for a a beautiful place to hike or to take a leisurely stroll along the coastline, the Fort Bragg Coastal Trail is the one.

Yes, there are two Fort Braggs and at the moment, both the one in North Carolina (one of the…read morelargest US Army bases) and this one in California are named after the same guy, a North Carolinian Confederate General Braxton Bragg, who had previously served in the United States Army in the Mexican-American War. The California one is working on a rename to instead honor a different and less Confederate Bragg. This marker is in the main part of downtown Fort Bragg, near the Sea Glass Museum and the Guest House Museum and the city clock. The marker is a bit faded but reads, "Established in this vicinity June 11, 1857 by 1st Lieutenant Horatio Gate Gibson, 3rd Artillery, later Brigadier General, US Army. Named by Gibson in honor of his former company commander, Braxton Bragg, later General, C.S.A. Abandoned in October 1864." [Review 17630 overall - 420 in California - 1149 of 2022.]

Beautiful. Pretty…read moregem we stumbled across amongst other hidden gems. Friends and I took lots of pictures here. Our boys loved the huge tree! Weather was perfect and people are also nice here. There's a bunch of shops around and of course the skunk train. If you are looking for parking, there are lots of parking around the area. We ended up parking our vehicles at the skunk train lot. If you decide to go into the historical home spice it up and spook yourself out before going in. Cross the street and look into the windows before walking in. It'll make your visit worth it!

It was our first time visiting Fort Bragg so we decided to pop into the visitor center on our first…read moreday. There was a very friendly woman working and she gave us many great suggestions on what to do. She was also very nice to talk to. The walls of this place were covered in brochures and menus for the surrounding area, we learned a great deal about the area from looking around. We are very happy that we stopped by!

Stopped in the other day from San Francisco and was really impressed with the friendliness and…read moreknowledge of the staff person working this helpful information office. Thanks for making my trip so much more enjoyable!

We had a wonderful day on the water with the captain and deckhand. They were very friendly and…read moreknowledgeable. Kept a respectful distance from the whales and allowed them to come closer if they wanted. Saw several different groups of whales and lots of sea lions and birds. 02/12/26 would come again!

I was able to make a reservation for a private outing in less than 24 hours to spread my dog's…read moreashes. Joshua was great on board taking photos of the celebration and meeting our requests. Capital and crew were great in making it special.

Very happy with my latest experience visiting the Guest House Museum. My fiancé and I visited this…read moreafternoon today and were welcomed in by John. He was kind and very knowledgeable. We learned some of the history of the guest house and how it was originally built as the official residence for the Union Lumber Company (formerly knows as the Fort Bragg Lumber Company). I really appreciate the knowledge John shared with us. The Guest House Museum is run by volunteers, there is no entree fee but they do accept donations. Inside you can also purchase postcards, pins, magnets, books, and more. There is lots to see at this museum. I highly recommend stopping by and seeing this amazing piece of history.

This is a free museum that is ran by volunteers. They are super knowledgeable about the history of…read morethe house and Fort Bragg! I forgot the name of the volunteer who was there when I went, but she was super sweet and spent a lot of time talking to us about her experience growing up in Fort Bragg and the history of the house. I also got to freely roam around the museum as well. It's worth a visit if you're in the area!

Pomo Bluffs has a beautiful scenery. There are many trails , and weather in early July is cool,…read moresunny but breeze, too. Just perfect! We've travel up and down CA coastal several times, and I still can't get enough! From the Monterey Peninsula to the bluffs, it is just breathtaking. Make sure to wear comfortable clothes, great walking shoes, light sweater, plenty of water, snacks and of course sun screen. the scenic, trails, pathways, are breathtaking . Even thought Carmel, Cambrian and sand dollar are my favorite places in Northern Ca. It doesn't matter if you like trails or 60 degree weather these are the places to visit. Big Sur, DelMonte,Morro Bay , half moon bay, anything by the northern peninsula or above the peninsula, I totally recommend. I will assure you that you'll enjoy the scenes, the trails, the resting benches, the weather, and sunsets. Be adventurous and travel one of the most beautiful highways in California "highway 1."

My vertigo was running pretty strong this morning as I looked out over the bluffs here. That said,…read morethere was plenty of opportunity to enjoy some absolute peace. There wasn't a single sound this morning except the blowing wind and my heart beating in my ears. Great spot with a walkway and marked path. As long as you stick to that path, you're fine. If you're feeling adventurous, you can do some climbing. Just be sure someone knows your next of kin. [Review 17626 overall - 416 in California - 1145 of 2022.]

I had a good, quiet time in this small museum. You could easily do the museum and shop in 10mins,…read morebut if you love history and science, you can be there a whole hour or more watching the videos and starring at the sea glass. It's got an old business feel, and I appreciated it. You can tell the captain puts in a lot of effort to keep the shop original. The captain stayed after hours to allow me to take my time. Thank was sweet!

Great if you're interested in sea glass and all the different types. Lots of beautiful colors and…read morewhat makes them those colors. The museum is run by the all time expert on sea glass. According to the signs posted, they need donations to keep the museum free. The suggested donation for the museum is $2 for adults and $1 for students and seniors, a small price to pay for this interesting place.

Such a beautiful garden alongside the California highway. Our dog loved exploring the garden and it…read morewas only $7 after M4A. My favorite was the cliffside walk to the beach and seeing the waves. The houses are blessed alongside the coast. Loved seeing the different variety of plants and people. The gift shop is nice as well.

We happened to see the botanical garden when driving on Hwy 1. We had no idea it was 47 acres!! The…read moreshorter trail will take about 45 minutes, but you can walk a loop around the entire thing. Admission was $123.30 for 5 adults. There was a cafe that closed an hour earlier than the garden. They also have membership, which gets you discounted visits. The rose garden smelled so good. I wish each bush was identified/labeled. I spent about 2 hours here, and some of it was spent walking in circles because lack of directions and signage. The dahlia garden is nice - need to come during season to see them all bloomed. WiFi didn't work for me even though they had signs at the store. Parking was easy in their parking lot.