In and Around Point Arena
Entertainment & Activities
Things to do in the Point Arena area.
The historic Point Arena Lighthouse is the tallest lighthouse on the West coast that visitors can climb to the very top of to enjoy panoramic views of the beautiful Mendocino coastline.
You can also visit the Museum, shop in the Gift Store, and walk on the grounds during business hours. Dogs are welcome on a leash everyone on the grounds and in the Museum, but not in the tower (except service animals). It's a great stop to experience this historic locations, take in the views, and maybe do some whale watching.
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Point Arena Lighthouse and Museum
45500 Lighthouse RdThe historic Point Arena Lighthouse is the tallest lighthouse on the West coast that visitors can climb to the very top of to enjoy panoramic views of the beautiful Mendocino coastline.
You can also visit the Museum, shop in the Gift Store, and walk on the grounds during business hours. Dogs are welcome on a leash everyone on the grounds and in the Museum, but not in the tower (except service animals). It's a great stop to experience this historic locations, take in the views, and maybe do some whale watching.
The B Bryan Preserve is a private preserve actively committed to the breeding and preservation of African hoof Stock. Daily tours of the preserve must be booked in advance.
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B Bryan Preserve
130 Riverside DrThe B Bryan Preserve is a private preserve actively committed to the breeding and preservation of African hoof Stock. Daily tours of the preserve must be booked in advance.
Located just one hour north of the Point Arena Lighthouse, in the town of Casper, the preserve occupies a spectacular headland thrusting out into the Pacific. As you start to walk down the access road, the Point Cabrillo Light Station is arrayed before you, made up of the Lighthouse itself and three original lightkeepers' houses and outbuildings. The lighthouse, which has been fully restored, is open every day of the year (including Thanksgiving and Christmas) from 11:00 AM till 4:00 PM.
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Parcul istoric de stat Point Cabrillo Light Station
13800 Point Cabrillo DrLocated just one hour north of the Point Arena Lighthouse, in the town of Casper, the preserve occupies a spectacular headland thrusting out into the Pacific. As you start to walk down the access road, the Point Cabrillo Light Station is arrayed before you, made up of the Lighthouse itself and three original lightkeepers' houses and outbuildings. The lighthouse, which has been fully restored, is open every day of the year (including Thanksgiving and Christmas) from 11:00 AM till 4:00 PM.
Arts & Culture
Galleries, art centers and more.
First run movies, classic movie nights, live concerts, other special events, great popcorn and great prices.
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Arena Theater
214 Main StFirst run movies, classic movie nights, live concerts, other special events, great popcorn and great prices.
Art exhibits, live music, theater, festivals, special events, workshops, classes, lectures, beautiful grounds and trails, sculpture garden, an architectural gem nestled in the coastal redwoods.
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Gualala Arts Center
46501 Old Stage RdArt exhibits, live music, theater, festivals, special events, workshops, classes, lectures, beautiful grounds and trails, sculpture garden, an architectural gem nestled in the coastal redwoods.
Sightseeing
Part of Schooner Gulch State Beach and named for the unique spherical sandstone concretions. Be sure to go at low tide to observe this unique phenomenon.
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Bowling Ball Beach
Part of Schooner Gulch State Beach and named for the unique spherical sandstone concretions. Be sure to go at low tide to observe this unique phenomenon.
A true working fishing harbor, the Wharf also offers restaurants and shops. Surfers and abalone divers can put into the water off the beach.
Point Arena Wharf
Point Arena WharfA true working fishing harbor, the Wharf also offers restaurants and shops. Surfers and abalone divers can put into the water off the beach.
Hiking & Outdoors
New York Times said it was #3 of the 52 Places to Visit in 2014. We say it is a must see while you are at the Lighthouse, the rugged and wild North Coast of California at its best.
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Terenuri publice Point Arena-Stornetta
New York Times said it was #3 of the 52 Places to Visit in 2014. We say it is a must see while you are at the Lighthouse, the rugged and wild North Coast of California at its best.
Pristine local rivers provide excellent canoeing/kayaking opportunities.
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Adventure Rents
Mill Bend RdPristine local rivers provide excellent canoeing/kayaking opportunities.
Horseback riding along the sandy shores of Manchester State Beach is an exhilarating experience.
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Ross Ranch
28300 Philo Greenwood RdHorseback riding along the sandy shores of Manchester State Beach is an exhilarating experience.
Neighborhoods
Located about a half an hour north of the Lighthouse, the charming town of Elk (a mini version of the town of Mendocino) is a destination that offers spectacular coastal vistas, charming architecture, a historical museum, fine dining, and quaint boutiques. The coastal drive between the Lighthouse and Elk is noted to be one of the most spectacular along the California coast.
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Elk
Located about a half an hour north of the Lighthouse, the charming town of Elk (a mini version of the town of Mendocino) is a destination that offers spectacular coastal vistas, charming architecture, a historical museum, fine dining, and quaint boutiques. The coastal drive between the Lighthouse and Elk is noted to be one of the most spectacular along the California coast.
Located 20 minutes south of the Point Arena Lighthouse, Gualala is a larger community offering additional shopping, dining, art galleries, and coastal access via the Gualala Point Regional Park that is located along the shores of the scenic Gualala River.
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Gualala
Located 20 minutes south of the Point Arena Lighthouse, Gualala is a larger community offering additional shopping, dining, art galleries, and coastal access via the Gualala Point Regional Park that is located along the shores of the scenic Gualala River.