We did the City View Trail full loop. It took us about 80 minutes to complete at an easy pace. The…read moreweather was sunny, but there was a slight nip in the air in the shade. It's a moderate trail and can be done with pets too. A must try

We took a stretch and walk break at Low Gap Park. What a gem. We had our dog with us and were…read moredelighted to find two amazing dog parks. Both were very well maintained, had double gates, lots of agility equipment, water, some shade, and poo bag dispensers and waste cans. Our girl ran and sniffed very contently. The park has horseshoe pits, playgrounds, picnic areas, and lots of trails. Wish we'd had more time.

This past weekend my family went camping at Hendy Woods SP for the first time. Upon arrival we were…read moregreeted by multiple park rangers at check in (it was the most staff I've ever encountered in a check in, which was nice because it made it go quickly). The roads were a bit bumpy but nothing we couldn't handle. Restrooms were well maintained. We didn't use the showers, but it was nice knowing we had the option if needed... and it seemed like they were nice and hot since other guests were using them and the mirrors were fogging up (not complaining). We did notice a lot of brush piles, so hopefully they are actively taking care of the forest to prevent forest fires. Loved that we weren't too far from the beaches and enjoyed a day at Fort Bragg. We will definitely return.

Uniqueness: Redwoods galore here! Drive Time:…read more [x][x][x][x][x] Scenic Quality: [x][x][x][x][x] Setting: [x][x][x][x][x] Cost: [x][x][x][x][ ] Recommendation? Come early and enjoy a beautiful hike in the redwoods with barely a crowd! Morning drive to Mendocino made us make a pit stop at Hendy Woods State Park as we heard there were beautiful spots of Redwoods that we must check out before going on our way. Pay fee was $8 dollars to get in which wasn't the worst but as we kept driving, we got a little worried about where the Redwoods were as a portion of the drive looked pretty sparse & dry. But worry not, once we got very deep into the drive near the end where the hike begins, the trees started popping up everywhere! Trail was clean and so much greenery everywhere, from the tall Redwoods to the short ferns growing all over the place. We stumbled upon a massive felled Redwood tree which was perfect for photo captures. This place is a perfect spot to stop by if you want to spend a couple of hours soaking in the fresh air and nature!

My boyfriend and I just went on a beach ride with Tobi from Ross Ranch. It was a great experience…read more Her instructions prior to riding were spot on. Nice, reasonable sized group. I think there were 8 of us including Tobi. The ride was 90 minutes, mostly on the beach. It took about 15 minutes to get down and back from the beach. The horses seemed well cared for and were very responsive. Tobi knows her horses well and placed them so that they were with their buddies, so there were no "horsey" arguments. I would definitely choose to have this experience again.

So much fun! Went on the beach ride near our Airbnb. Feel comfortable with my 10-year-old going on…read morehorses for the first time, they did great. The ride was beautiful, even though it was a little bit overcast and foggy. A very special and fun memory for our family. We still talk about Buddy, Rock, Pepper & Tank!!

Great staff and many options! The facility clean, with showers in the bathrooms if needing to rinse…read moreoff after the lake. The customer service from the staff is top notch, from helping us with all our belongings to take on the boat, and friendly staff to the kids who weren't so happy to be in the lake that day. We will definitely be back, next time when not so much algae bloom that made the lake so green! But not the boat rentals fault for that!

Rental went smoothly, which made the 1st time boating experience much more fun for the familyread more

We were looking for a place to camp this year and since we no longer want to camp in a tent, I was…read morelooking for a cabin. There are very few within a 3-4 hour distance from where I live and most go quickly. I was fortunate to find a cabin at Clear Lake and we booked for two nights in the middle of the week. That is easier to find than the weekends. We went in early July and the weather was perfect, traffic getting there was clear as well since it was midweek, the last 10 miles winding into the mountains was a bit scary and tiresome but well worth the drive. Someone from the park called that day to check when we would be arriving so they could arrange check in. We got there around 3:30 and check in, which was easy. Note that if you are going to a cabin, make that clear, the attendant assumed that it was a tent site and told us that the particular site was reserved for employees. As I was getting to the point that I was getting upset, he realized that I was talking about a cabin. I didn't realize that I had to clarify that. They gave me a map to the park, which is quite large and very beautiful. Lots of tent camping sites but only one area for the cabins. The only downside was that the cabins, about 10 of them, are very close to each other. Each cabin has 2 bunk beds, a picnic table, a counter top and open closet. They also have electricity and A/C, all on timers. I love that the cabins have Dutch doors! Bathrooms are very close to the cabins and the parking. You have to pay for the showers and buy the tokens from the camp host who lives right by the cabins. You are not allowed to put up a tent in the cabin area. All the cabins have picnic tables and fire pits and they all face a beautiful meadow that is private to the cabins. The park has lots of hiking trails, dogs are welcome, an area for swimming and for fishing. I believe you can rent boats but since we did not do that, I am not 100% positive. The water was not clear but we had a great time swimming and trying to catch fish, we did not succeed but it was one of the best camping trips in memory. I can write pages but in summary, it was a fantastic experience with many wineries within 15-30 minutes from the entrance of the park. I would highly recommend.

very nice view & peaceful relax area. Would recommend this park to everyone…read more Dog friendly too

I don't want to give up any local secret spots but you need to know that whether you choose to…read moreswim. fish, or boat on Lake Mendesino it's gonna be a win for you. The water is clean and the water temperature is great. I'm just a local and aak that you respect it so that it can stay clean for several years to come. There's also a lot of wildlife out here. It's all great beautiful and amazing.

Lake Mendocino offers something for everyone: Swimming, hiking, wildlife, cycling, boating,…read morecamping, RV spaces, and even new friendships if you play your cards right! If you plan on camping, Lake Mendocino offers a safe and family-friendly campground environment with kind park rangers to answer questions if needed. Be sure to bring the entire family's bicycles for hours and hours of fun! Good to know: When camping next to large groups, expect to hear music, laughter, and good times being had late into the evening hours.

We have been going to Blue Lakes for around 10 years. We were very disappointed this stay. The…read morestaff was edgy and unfriendly. The grounds were rundown. The staff stated when we got there that they couldn't wait to get out of there to go home, meaning Texas. Since the captain left the pool is closed. The management was using a mole poison on the lawn where pets and people lounge.Our towel was stained and the floor under the bed unswept.Barbara could use a lesson in customer service. The lake was absolutely beautiful as usual.

This is a very nice property. We have visited to rent boats and enjoy day use many times each…read moresummer. But, new management has been installed and our last visit was a nightmare. We reserved a boat and arrived at the designated time. The boat we were given, we found had an almost dead battery. I called the office from the lake and the manager told us to just click the breaker switch. So doing this we limped a little farther up the lake and then the battery died altogether. I once again called and the manager said she didn't know if she had a boat to retrieve us, but she would call back in 5 minutes. After 15 minutes we hailed another boat from the resort and asked them to tow us in. They said they also had been given a boat with a dead battery but were able to get back in and switch boats . When we got back to the dock I saw the manager and asked for a refund. She flatly refused and had her employees remove us from the property. I was with my 10 year old grandson and my 82 year old disabled husband. We were set to at least use the beach for the day, but no. Now day passes are no longer a part of boat rental . So she had her employees, who were red with embarrassment, pick up our belongings and usher us out the gate. This was such a change from the way the resort was run under the owners. I heartily advise avoiding this business until new management is installed. It's a shame really because we visited several times each summer with family and friends. We won't be back unless we hear things have changed for the better.

My 8 year old niece began with no experience, yet within a short time frame of a few months she's…read moreat an intermediate level. Roger and his bubbly wife are the owners and the hands on trainers at their gym. They make everyone feel comfortable and like one big family. We love Skycatch! When my daughter was in gymnastics as a child in San Francisco, I was certain she would get the crème de la crème of training, wrong! The gym was small with a tight feeling, along with a distant staff. Her results were mediocre, and I'm being generous.

My son and I love this place! We started out twice a week and now will go as many times as they…read morelet us. Jerae and Roger are exceptional gymnasts and teachers. With their caring positive attitude I have watched as they coach my little 2 year old into a experienced tumbler. They mix play and learning effortlessly. I am so happy I found this treasure in Lake County!