Romantic Weekend Trips near Mendocino National Forest

Along the coastal mountain range in the state of California is a massive national forest called the Mendocino National Forest. The forest cover over 900,000 acres of protected land and is home to crystal blue waters, wild flower meadows, and cascading waterfalls. Take a day trip out to the Glass Beach on the Mendocino Coast where each pebble is a well-rounded, finely cut, colourful piece of glass. For a day of outdoor exercise, head to the Indian Valley which offers great hiking and biking trails for a day spend out in the wilderness. A drive into the town will offer a refreshing taste of the coastal lifestyle along with cozy cafes and restaurants. Visit the Mendocino Botanical Gardens which covers 47 acres across the coastal lands amid wetlands.