Little River, California
The best Trails and Outdoor Activities in Little River, California, include the popular Fern Canyon Scenic Trail. This moderate, 7-mile round trip trail features a beautiful waterfall and is perfect for a day of hiking. The trail winds through a dense forest, crossing small creeks and offering glimpses of the stunning coastal cliffs. For a shorter hike, the Van Damme Beach Trail offers a 2.5-mile round trip with views of the Pacific Ocean. Bird watchers will appreciate the variety of species found along the trail. For those interested in water activities, kayaking on the Little River is a must-visit. The calm waters provide a scenic paddle with views of the surrounding forest and wildlife. Nearby, the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens offer a peaceful walk through a variety of plant life, with the Pacific Ocean as a backdrop. These outdoor adventures rank top among Little River's attractions.
Top Spots in and near Little River
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Whitethorn, California
Camp at Usal Beach on the Lost Coast
5.0Getting to Usal beach can be a little tricky, but it is well worth the effort. Usal Road (Mendocino Country Rd 431) is found 13 miles north of Westport or 14.5 miles southwest of Legget on Highway 1. The turn off is extremely easy to miss so it is recommended to use your odometer to gauge how clo...Read more -
Lakeport, California
Camp at Red Mountain Campground
Red Mountain has 10 units, toilets, barbecue grates, and picnic tables. There is no potable water at this time.To get there, from Ukiah, exit U.S. 101 South at Talmage Road, then 1.5 miles east to Eastside Road. Turn right and proceed 0.3 mile to Mill Creek Road. Follow Mill Creek Road 5 miles to...Read more -
Leggett, California
Taber Nature Trail
0.81 mi / 217 ft gainSigns at the trail head for the Taber Trail state it is 1.1 miles long. That is much shorter than the actual 1.8 miles my GPS put it at. The trail sign also claims it is wheelchair accessible. I can see that for a little ways but as the trail begins to climb, I think this would be a tough go. Th...Read more -
Whitethorn, California
Jackass Creek via Lost Coast Trail
23 mi / 8071 ft gainThe Lost Coast is infamous. For its name alone draws visitors from around California and the world. A 26-mile stretch of coast, road less, with a wall like mountain range just yards from the ocean and beach. But with the Lost Coast being what it is, there is a lesser-known, yet equally stunning h...Read more
