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    • Itinerary: San Francisco to Crescent City Part 1
    • Itinerary: San Francisco to Crescent City Part 2
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    • Itinerary: Oakland to Mendocino County
    • Itinerary: Re-Charge in the North Coast
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      • Visit Yurok Country
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The Outdoors

A Candlelight Walk Among the Redwoods

By North CoastBlog, Humboldt County, Redwoods, The Outdoors

Unique North Coast Experience Stirs Holiday Memories I fondly remember going to Grandma and Grandpa’s house on Christmas Eve as a kid. I guess this would have been between when…

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November 25, 2019
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The Lost Coast of Northern California

Exploring the Lost Coast of Northern California

By North CoastBlog, Redwoods, The Outdoors

Backpacking, Unique Trees, Quiet Towns, and More. Located in Humboldt and Mendocino Counties, in the North Coast of California, is the most remote and underdeveloped stretches of coastal land in…

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July 30, 2019
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Point Arena Lighthouse

Itinerary: Lighthouses of California’s North Coast

By North CoastBlog, Del Norte County, Humboldt County, Lake County, Mendocino County, The Outdoors

Several Shining Lights from Point Arena to Crescent City   Standing tall on the Northern California coast are stalwart stanchions of light that have guided sailors on ships of all…

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July 12, 2019
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Jet Boat Tour on the Klamath River

Jet Boat Tours on the Klamath River

By North CoastBlog, The Outdoors

A Wet and Wild Tour in NorCal! The roar of the twin engines, the wind in your hair, the cooling mist on a hot day, and wildlife and natural beauty…

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June 25, 2019
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Mendocino Land Trust

The Mendocino Land Trust

By North CoastBlog, Food for thought, The Outdoors

Protecting the Natural Beauty of the North Coast If you have ever enjoyed the shores of Hare Creek Beach, the stunning views from Pelican Bluffs, the meanderings of Spring Ranch…

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May 16, 2019
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Wildflowers of the North Coast region of Northern California.

A Wealth of Wildflowers in the North Coast

By North CoastBlog, The Outdoors

This year’s wet winter promises a wealth of wildflower blooms on California’s North Coast this spring. Flower fanatics and novice naturalists can find a variety of colorful wildflowers popping up…

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April 11, 2019
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Redwood Tree

13 Facts You Might Not Know About the Redwoods

By North CoastBlog, Del Norte County, Humboldt County, Mendocino County, Redwoods, The Outdoors

Interesting Giants Live Among Us on the North Coast Some of the oldest and largest living beings on the face of the earth live right here in the North Coast…

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December 20, 2018
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Founders Tree in Humboldt Redwoods State Park.

Humboldt Redwoods State Park

By North CoastBlog, Humboldt County, Redwoods, The Outdoors

A World Heritage Site Awaits Your Visit to the Redwoods No, it’s not part of the iconic Redwood National Park, or its associated State Parks, but this easily accessible swath…

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October 31, 2018
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Hiking the Redwoods in Humboldt County

By North CoastBlog, Humboldt County, Redwoods, The Outdoors

Walk Among Giants In Redwood National and State Parks Here’s a collection of some of our favorite hikes in Redwood National and State Parks. Many have convenient access and offer…

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September 19, 2018
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River rafting on the Smith River

Rafting and Kayaking the North Fork of the Smith River

By North CoastBlog, Del Norte County, The Outdoors

Del Norte County’s Wonderful Waterway of Thrills Del Norte County, California, is home to one of the best and most interesting river rafting and kayaking experiences in the world. The…

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September 12, 2018
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Canoeists on the Big River

Paddling the Big River

By North CoastBlog, Mendocino County, The Outdoors

Big River. Big Experience. When visiting our North Coast region, it is often easy to forget about the many beautiful rivers throughout the region, which often take a backseat to…

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September 3, 2018
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Mendocino Coastal Poppy Flowers

Mendocino Wildflowers Season is Upon Us!

By North CoastBlog, The Outdoors

Burst Into Spring April brings a spectacular show of wildflowers and blooms throughout Mendocino County, from the inland valleys to the redwood forests and to the coastal bluffs. The winter…

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April 7, 2018
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  • Destinations
    • Del Norte County
    • Humboldt County
    • Lake County
    • Mendocino County
  • Itineraries
    • Itinerary: Lighthouses of California’s North Coast
    • Itinerary: San Francisco to Crescent City Part 1
    • Itinerary: San Francisco to Crescent City Part 2
    • Itinerary: BeerCation
    • Itinerary: Oakland to Mendocino County
    • Itinerary: Re-Charge in the North Coast
  • Information
    • Associate Members
      • Beachcomber Motel and Spa
      • Benbow Historic Inn
      • Elk Cove Inn & Spa
      • Heritage House Resort
      • The Inn at Newport Ranch
      • Little River Inn
      • Skunk Train
      • Tallman Hotel
      • Visit Yurok Country
    • Contact
    • Getting Here
    • Redwood Highway Map
    • Weather
  • Blog