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BY LAND HIKING THE MENDOCINO TRAILS Scenic hiking trails abound in the Mendocino area with various settings, lengths and levels of challenge. Visit http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/mendocino/recreation/trails/all for detailed information on all the trails within easy reach of the inn. EXPLORE MENDOCINO ON HORSEBACK Enjoy horseback riding on the beach or in the redwoods or both! All level of experience can be accommodated and private rides are easily arranged. To learn more visit http://www.horse-vacation.com/horsewkend.htm or www.elkcoast.com/rossranch/ or contact the Sea Rock Inn concierge and we’ll happily make the arrangements for you. MENDOCINO OCEAN VIEW GOLF While there is only one nine hole golf course in the Mendocino environs, it is a dandy with lovely ocean views from the green and affordable green fees. To arrange a tee time, simply call our concierge or visit: www.littleriverinn.com/GolfNew.html MOUNTAIN BIKING THE MENDOCINO TRAILS Many of the Mendocino county, state and regional parks have mountain bike friendly trails. Visit http://travel.yahoo.com/p-parks-994896-mendocino_national_forest_actvities-i-sc-mountain_biking If you are bringing your own fat tires, rest assured they can be stored safely at the inn. MENDOCINO BICYCLE RENTALS Bike along Highway 1, through the village of Mendocino or area paths. Visit Catch a Canoe or allow our concierge at The Sea Rock Inn to arrange bicycle rentals for you. MENDOCINO LIGHT HOUSE TOURS Whether a stop on a vigorous bike ride or a stroll from your car, don’t miss a tour of either The Point Cabrillo Light House or The Point Arena Light House. Learn how these essential beacons preserved many lives through the course of their history on the Mendocino Coast. Visit Point Cabrillo or ask our concierge to provide directions. BY SEA KAYAKING AND CANOEING THE MENDOCINO COAST One of the more spectacular active days on the Mendocino coast can be found with one of our Kayak outfitters and guide companies. Bring a waterproof camera and see the coast the way the seals do. Visit www.northcoastadventures.com, www.force10tours.com, www.noyopacific.com or www.lostcoastkayaking.com For canoeing fans, the Big River is a delightful run with dense redwood forest giving way to the mouth of the Pacific. www.catchacanoe.com WHALE WATCHING OFF THE MENDOCINO COAST Whale watching is a popular activity for those who want to get “up close and personal” Whale watch trips www.allaboardadventures.com or www.fortbraggfishing.com. Enjoy a cruise aboard the Rumblefish or with Captain Tim on the Sea Hawk, both out of Noyo Harbor. Just decide you want to go and let our concierge do the rest. SPORT FISHING MENDOCINO RIVERS AND COAST Catch a rock-cod and salmon in season or go crabbing with one of several outfitters. www.forcetentours.com www.fortbraggfishing.com MENDOCINO SURFING While not a big wave paradise, boarders will find the beach at Van Damm State Park a good little ride. http://pacificwaverider.com/bayarea/ . SubsuProgressionrface supplies all your needs. And local outfitter Noyo Pacific Outfitters www.noyopacific.com is helpful. |
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One can easily spend 3-5 days exploring the region via one or more of the many active ways to discover the beauty of Mendocino. Burn away the calories from those good Mendocino restaurants and then sink into one of our down featherbeds for a well earned night’s rest lulled by the sounds of the ocean. 