Mendocino Village
The Village
1/4 mile north of the campground
Gorgeous seaside setting
Restaurants, galleries, shops and pubs
Miles of walking trails
Mendocino Headlands State Park
Portuguese Beach
Just a few minutes north by car, Mendocino Village is recognized by the National Register of Historic Places. The village is vibrant and beautifully preserved with gorgeous natural surroundings complemented by beautiful architecture—rows of elegant Victorians, New England Salt Box cottages, the iconic Presbyterian Church, Mendocino Hotel and Kwan Tai Temple. The historic Main Street and Lansing Avenue are populated with beautiful toy shops, galleries, boutiques, new and used bookstores, chocolatiers, pubs, cafes and restaurants catering to foodies, hippies and hipsters alike. Between the town’s edge and Pacific Ocean lies the Mendocino Headlands State Park, whose winding pathways lead to secluded beaches and benches where visitors can take in the show of breaching whales and barking sea lions.
History
In the mid-to-late 1800s, the village was a booming logging community with a population surpassing 30,000. The now pristine Mendocino Headlands was then crowded with shops, boarding houses, lively saloons and brothels. By the early 1900s, logging was on a decline, and by the 40s, the town had all but been abandoned.
With the opening of the Mendocino Arts Center in the early 70s, the village experienced a revival and is now home to an eclectic community of artists, entrepreneurs, environmentalists, farmers and forward thinkers. It hosts a number of festivals including the Mendocino Film Festival in June, the week-long Mendocino Music Festival in July, and small events celebrating the region’s bounty throughout the year, including Dungeness crab, salmon, craft beers, regional wine, and wild mushrooms.
Shopping
Rainsong Shoes
You can find the perfect shoe here for almost every occasion—life, work or play.
10483 Lansing Street | rainsongshoes.com
Gallery Book Shop & Book Winkles Children’s Books
We treasure our local independent bookstore. It’s large, well stocked, is home to a sweet cat and lovely new addition selling cards and gifts.
319 Caston Street | gallerybookshop.com
Main Street Books
This is a wonderful used book shop featuring a wide range of interests and authors.
990 Main Street | tripadvisor.com/main_street_book_shop
Erin Keller Home
Erin’s shop is magical and a great place to pick up a special gift, beautiful accessory for your home or just get inspired.
10450 Lansing Street | erin-keller-8mfy.squarespace.com
Mendocino Chocolate Company
Yum! Try their coconut stacks, Seamist Caramels, Mendocino Breakers and almond crusted toffee. Their boxed chocolates are also available for in-tent delivery. Call our office for more information or add a box to your reservation when booking online.
45050 Main Street | mendochocolateco.com
Prentice Gallery
Such a beautiful gallery featuring photography, painting, sculpture, ceramics and woodworking. The gallery represent an impressive group of artists including: Sanna Koski, Doug Desmond, Edward Gordon, Janis Porter and Don McCullough.
45050 Main Street | prenticefineart.com
Village Sock Shop
Socks are so much fun to wear and give. And as you can imagine, a shop dedicated to socks is sure to offer an unbelievable variety.
44966 Ukiah Street | villagesockshop.com
Harvest Market at Mendosa’s
Purchase your camp provisions at this upscale grocery store.
10501 Lansing Street | harvestmarket.com
Corners of the Mouth
This well-stocked natural food co-op is located in a historical church building just off main street. Here you’ll find wonderful bulk items, locally-grown fruits and vegetables, and prepared foods.
45015 Ukiah Street | facebook.com/cornersofthemouth
Village Toy Store
Specializing in old fashioned toys like wooden blocks, Raggedy Ann Dolls, Lincoln Logs, Tinker Toys, puppets, classic children's books, trains, and puzzles. They also have and amazing selection of beautifully illustrated children’s books.
10450 Lansing Street | mendotoystore.com
Out of This World
Telescopes, binoculars, games, puzzles, robotics, brainy books, astrology, anatomy …serving all of your interplanetary needs since 1988.
45100 Main Street | outofthisworldshop.com