Explore California's North of Ordinary Region

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Explore California's North of Ordinary Region

Majestic Redwoods, stunning Pacific coastlines, farm-to-table delights, and over 100 award-winning wineries and breweries ... just for starters.

Road trip your way through Northern California's North of Ordinary region. There’s another California north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Marvel at a landscape of rugged coastlines, towering forests, sparkling lakes and rivers, and a countryside full of cherished farms and vineyards. Savor a place where quaint towns preserve the past and embrace the future. This is authentic California, where unspoil

ed nature rubs elbows with the good life, and the people are as real as the redwoods. The partners of the North Coast Tourism Council invite you to visit Del Norte, Humboldt, Mendocino, and Lake Counties on your next vacation. Treat yourself to wine tasting, experience the majesty of the giant Redwoods, or meander up the scenic Northern California coast for a romantic getaway. Hankering for adventure travel without leaving the U.S.? You’ll find the best of the outdoors with incredible hiking, kayaking, river rafting, mountain biking, wildlife, rock climbing, fishing and camping. Delve into the arts, history, shopping and unique events. Find a comfy bed and breakfast, inn, vacation rental, or splurge at a full-service resort. Leave the stress behind and discover authentic California.

05/20/2026

Slowing down hits different in 🌲

05/15/2026

Hey Star Wars fans! Save the date for the Forest Moon Festival happening in Del Norte County, California May 28-31, 2026.

On Friday, May 29th, catch the FREE movie screening of STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI at Beachfront Park in Crescent City, CA! The screening will begin at dark (8:45pm-ish)

Arrive early for festival-themed booths and food trucks. There will also be photo opportunities with STAR WARS costumed fan groups around 7:30pm!

Bring blankets, a jacket, and/or a chair for your viewing pleasure. We ask that if you bring a chair, please be courteous and set chairs towards the back to allow folks sitting on the ground space to see clearly. Enjoy a picnic or check out local food trucks located near by. This is a no alcohol event. Costumes encouraged!

On Saturday, May 30th head down to Beachfront Park again from 11-3pm for FAMILY DAY AT BEACHFRONT PARK for local Vendors, celebrity appearances, professional costumers on scene, music, obstacle course, Ewok costume contest, general costume contest, and more.

Go to forestmoonfestival.com for more events. And, download the app to win prizes!

05/14/2026

This might be the most unique stay in California..🤯👇

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If you love a coastal escape where time truly feels like it slows down, you are going to want to SAVE this spot to your bucket list 👇

📍SCP Mendocino Inn and Farm in Mendocino, California

This was our first time staying at a farm stay and pairing that with being close to the ocean and a beautiful town was nothing short of magical.

Here are all of the things you can expect while staying at SCP Mendocino Inn and Farm 👇

🍳Breakfast is delivered to your room daily. Upon check-in, you choose your preferences and delivery time

🍪Fresh cookies, coffee, and tea are served in the lobby each day

🔑Cozy rooms, some with balconies, fireplaces, and ocean views

🍕An on-site restaurant called Terra Farm Kitchen open for dinner serving fresh vegetables from their garden with delicious pizza

🦙Chickens you can feed and llamas you can pet

🥾Hiking trails on-site that lead to the coast for easy access to stunning ocean views

🐾This stay is very dog-friendly! The staff actually encourage you to take your dogs to the llama gates (if your dog would be okay with it) as the llamas love dogs!

➡️SCP Mendocino Inn and Farm is also close to many popular activities in the area including the Skunk Train, botanical gardens, headlands trail, and more.

Don’t forget to SAVE this post to your bucket list so you can stay here one day!

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05/13/2026

Mark your calendar this Saturday, May 16, for one of Lake County’s most popular events: the Big Valley Small Farms Tour!

This fun-filled, self-led driving tour of small local farms takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and each of the participating farms has something super special planned for visitors.

Grab your friends, your walking shoes and support our hard-working community farmers at Valley Long Farms, Edenberry Farm, The Ripe Choice Farm and Catering, Campodonico Olive Farm, and Peace and Plenty Farm, CA.

Know your farmer, know your food!

05/10/2026

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05/09/2026

Welcome to the dreamiest place in California..🌊💭👇

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📍Mendocino County, California

A destination that truly has it all - unique activities, incredible ocean views, cozy stays, delicious seafood - while still feeling like an untouched corner of the west coast.

If you visit, don’t miss these things 👇

🚂Ride the Skunk Train to Glen Blair Bar - this train ride leaves from Fort Bragg and takes you through the redwoods to a secret bar in the middle of the forest!

🥾Hike the Mendocino Headlands Trail - along this trail we saw some of the most beautiful, rugged coastline we have ever seen on the west coast.

🌉Visit Russian Gulch State Park - a beautiful park with ocean views, a waterfall hike, picnic areas, and more. A great place to come relax near Mendocino.

🍤Dine at Princess Seafood - there is nothing better than fresh seafood, especially with views like this! Highly recommend the crab roll or poke bowl.

🛍️Explore downtown Mendocino - a town straight out of a postcard. There are so many local shops, restaurants, and more to visit.

🌲Visit Hendy Woods State Park - a Redwood National Park dupe with none of the crowds just an hour from Mendocino.

🌅Sunset at Cypress Grove - an easy to get to sunset spot right off a parking lot with incredible ocean views.

🦙Stay at SCP Mendocino - the most relaxing hotel we have ever stayed at. This is a truly immersive farm stay where you can interact with the animals, eat produce and eggs from the property, and relax in cozy cottage-style rooms.

🌷Visit the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens - one of the only botanical gardens in the world situated on the Pacific Ocean. There are so many unique plants and displays here with relaxing walks on property along the coast.

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05/07/2026

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Some things never go out of style. This 1964 Chevy cruising through our tree looks just as legendary today as it did decades ago. Tag us when you roll through the “Tour Thru Tree” - we’d love to see your ride!

05/05/2026

It’s almost time for one of Lake County’s most popular events, the spring Big Valley Small Farms Tour! Mark your calendars for a fun-filled Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for this self-led driving tour. Each of the participating farms has something super special planned for visitors, so grab your walking shoes and support our hard-working community farmers at Valley Long Farms, Edenberry Farm, The Ripe Choice Farm and Catering, Campodonico Olive Farm, and Peace and Plenty Farm, CA.

04/28/2026

FUN ALERT! Tickets go on sale May 1 for the 2026 Lake County Beer, Wine & Swine Baconfest in Kelseyville, CA. This event is quickly becoming the Father’s Day go-to in June, with all the things dad loves: Beer/Wine, live music, and yummy food starring BACON 🥓 🍻 🍷

Plenty of fun for the whole family too. Follow their Facebook feed to learn more.

04/27/2026

These spring days have us exploring the beaches. Do you have a favorite?

04/24/2026

Catch a sunset from a hidden beach ⠀⠀

Roam our empty coastlines and beaches in Del Norte County, California, to catch a sunset all to yourself. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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