BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Visit Mendocino County - ECPv6.17.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Visit Mendocino County REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T140000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072141-1789302600-1789308000@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A South Coast Getaway in Mendocino County\n \n \n \n Art-Full Mendocino\n \n \n \n 4 Places for Mushroom-Forward Dishes\n \n \n \n Outdoor Rentals in Mendocino County\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-13/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T190000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072142-1789493400-1789498800@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Romantic Mendocino County Honeymoon: 7 Days of Wine\, Wilderness & Waterfront Magic\n \n \n \n Girls’ Getaway For Wine\, Waves\, and Wellness\n \n \n \n Pet Friendly Hotels & Inns\n \n \n \n Cool Outdoor Dining Spots\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-15/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T190000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072143-1789579800-1789585200@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Seaside Solitude & Safari Stays\n \n \n \n A Perfect Mid-Week Itinerary\n \n \n \n 5 Ultra Luxe Experiences in Mendocino\n \n \n \n A Romantic Whale Festival Weekend in Mendocino\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-16/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T190000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072144-1789666200-1789671600@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Outdoor Rentals in Mendocino County\n \n \n \n 5 Must-See Mendocino County Historical Sites\n \n \n \n Roots & Renewal: A 4-Day Regenerative Escape\n \n \n \n Phenomenal Bar Programs\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-17/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260918T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260918T140000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072145-1789734600-1789740000@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Color on the Coast: A 3-Day Art-Inspired Getaway to Fort Bragg & Mendocino\n \n \n \n 5 Amazing Brunch Spots\n \n \n \n Fort Bragg Getaway\n \n \n \n Thrill-Seeker’s Coastal Escape\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-18/1/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260918T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260918T190000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072146-1789752600-1789758000@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 5 Great Seafood Restaurants\n \n \n \n Amazing Distilleries in Mendocino County\n \n \n \n Blissful Quietcations\n \n \n \n A Perfect Date in Anderson Valley: A 1-Night Getaway\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-18/2/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T140000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072147-1789821000-1789826400@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 4 Wineries to Show Off to Your Friends\n \n \n \n Cannabis Friendly Hotels\n \n \n \n Hidden Gems\n \n \n \n Webcams of Mendocino County\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-19/1/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T190000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072148-1789839000-1789844400@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 5 Amazing Burgers\n \n \n \n 3-Day Outdoor Adventure in Mendocino County\n \n \n \n Simple Pleasures & Valley Adventures\n \n \n \n 9 Annual Events in Mendocino County to Experience Local Culture\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-19/2/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260920T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260920T140000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072149-1789907400-1789912800@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Budget Friendly Road Trip Through Mendocino County – 3 Days of Food and Fun\n \n \n \n Beachy Keen\n \n \n \n Color on the Coast: A 3-Day Art-Inspired Getaway to Fort Bragg & Mendocino\n \n \n \n 6 Wineries to Visit for an Authentic Mendocino County Wine Experience\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-20/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260922T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260922T190000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072150-1790098200-1790103600@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 4 Great View Points You Can Drive To\n \n \n \n Escape to Wine\, Wellness & Ukiah Charm\n \n \n \n 5 Scenic Drives to Experience Mendocino County’s Breathtaking Beauty\n \n \n \n 4 Magical Spots to Explore the Redwoods in Mendocino County\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-22/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260923T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260923T190000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072151-1790184600-1790190000@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Seaside Solitude & Safari Stays\n \n \n \n Budget Friendly Road Trip Through Mendocino County – 3 Days of Food and Fun\n \n \n \n Wonderful Walks through the County\n \n \n \n The Best Fish and Chips Restaurants in Mendocino County\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-23/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260924T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260924T190000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072152-1790271000-1790276400@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 4 Family-Friendly Activities in Mendocino County\n \n \n \n Elk and South Coast Adventures\n \n \n \n Redwoods and Rugged Shores\n \n \n \n A South Coast Getaway in Mendocino County\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-24/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260925T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260925T140000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072153-1790339400-1790344800@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 4 Family-Friendly Activities in Mendocino County\n \n \n \n 4 Places to Forest Bathe\n \n \n \n 4 Great View Points You Can Drive To\n \n \n \n Family Holiday Getaway in Mendocino County\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-25/1/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260925T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260925T190000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072154-1790357400-1790362800@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 5 Amazing Brunch Spots\n \n \n \n 8 Fantastic Beaches in Mendocino County\n \n \n \n 8 Organic Wineries You Won’t Want to Miss\n \n \n \n 6 Incredible Cocktail Programs\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-25/2/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260926T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260926T140000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072155-1790425800-1790431200@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phenomenal Bar Programs\n \n \n \n 6 Breweries to Try\n \n \n \n 7 Cozy Coffee Stops to Warm Up in Fall\n \n \n \n 5 Scenic Drives to Experience Mendocino County’s Breathtaking Beauty\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-26/1/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260926T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260926T190000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072156-1790443800-1790449200@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 5 Must-See Mendocino County Historical Sites\n \n \n \n 5 Ultra Luxe Experiences in Mendocino\n \n \n \n Weekend Getaway in Willits\n \n \n \n A Perfect Date in Anderson Valley: A 1-Night Getaway\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-26/2/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260927T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260927T140000 DTSTAMP:20260706T220857Z CREATED:20260611T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T220857Z UID:10072157-1790512200-1790517600@www.visitmendocino.com SUMMARY:Flynn Creek Circus Train DESCRIPTION:Beachy Keen! \n \n \n \n \n \n With over 90 miles of coastline\, beaches are aplenty in Mendocino County.  From hidden coves to sandy estuaries\, rocky coves to literal rocks – spherical – and glass.  All beautiful and none overcrowded. Mendocino County is the perfect getaway for unique beaches\, offering a recipe for bliss. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Spectacular Spheres \n \n \n \n \n \n Only seen at low tide\, Bowling Ball Beach sits on the northern edge of Schooner Gulch State Park. Experience one of the most wondrous sites – a shoreline blanketed in large spheres\, tumbled by waves over millennia. Take the Moat Creek Trail to the west of mile market 12.89 on Highway 1. It’s magical!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Water Adventures Ahead \n \n \n \n \n \n Van Damme State Beach in Little River offers a gentle inlet that’s a perfect launch for a sea kayaking adventure. For more adventures\, enjoy tidepooling and urchin diving\, or just wade on in to these mild waves lapping along the shore. With nearby lodging\, a few days of fun in the sun await you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Beachin' Time \n \n \n \n \n \n Take the wooden staircase from  Mendocino Headlands Bluff and you’ll find yourself on Portuguese Beach. Named for the early fishermen from the Azores\, Portuguese Beach stands out for the nearby rock arch\, the abundance of driftwood and a site for bonfires. Just steps from the village of Mendocino\, grab a picnic or s’more fixin’s for a delightful day or evening on the beach! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hidden Treasures \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No beach list is complete without Glass Beach in Fort Bragg. Famous for having once been a dumping site where broken bottles were tumbled into beautiful sea glass\, Glass Beach is also known for the many incredible tidepools with the sea’s living treasures. For the best chance of experience the bounty of sea glass\, walk a bit north or south of Glass Beach where low tide uncovers these pebbles of beauty. Note: It is illegal to take glass beach gems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n A Dog's Life \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there any great sight than watching a dog play on the beach?! It doesn’t even have to be your dog – just the sheer joy of running in the waves\, chasing down a stick\, and frolicking with other canines – it’s what doggie dreams are made of!  Head to Noyo (Dog) Beach at the very end of North Noyo Harbor\, past the bridge overhead…and don’t forget the chuck-it! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n More Bountiful Beaches \n \n \n \n \n \n More notable beaches include Usal Beach on the southern end of Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. This remote beach has a campground adjacent to it. Greenwood State Beach in Elk is popular for beachcombing\, fishing\, picnicking\, and is dog-friendly as long as they’re leashed. On the south coast\, the river meets the Pacific at Gualala River Beach\, and makes for a glorious beach outing.  Now this is where sandcastles are meant to be created!Find more beaches:MendoParks and Mendocino Land Trust \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Keep Exploring the Magic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 6 Breweries to Try\n \n \n \n Wineries Producing Sparkling Wine\n \n \n \n 5 Amazing Brunch Spots\n \n \n \n Margaritas\, Mocktails & Migration in Little River\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://www.visitmendocino.com/event/flynn-creek-circus-train/2026-09-27/ LOCATION:Willits Skunk Train Depot\, 299 E Commercial St\, Willits\, CA\, 95490\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fairs and Festivals,Family-friendly,Inland,Redwood Corridor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmendocino.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-52080FCC-Sausalito2025-07-12-13.15.03Philip-Pavliger-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR