Morning: Depart Concord and cross the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, stopping at the vista point for photos. Continue north to Muir Woods where you can wander among ancient coastal redwoods.
Afternoon: After lunch in Sausalito, explore the charming waterfront and then head to the historic town of Tiburon for a short stroll. Return to the highway for a scenic drive along the Pacific coast.
Evening: Check into a cozy inn in the Point Reyes area, enjoy a sunset dinner with ocean views, and rest up for tomorrow’s adventures.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the dramatic cliffs of Point Reyes National Seashore, spotting tule elk and lighthouse vistas. Hike the short Earthquake Trail for geological insight.
Afternoon: Head to Tomales Bay for a guided kayak tour, paddling through calm waters and spotting harbor seals. Afterwards, sample fresh oysters at a local shack.
Evening: Return to your Point Reyes lodging, enjoy a campfire (where permitted), and watch the stars over the coastal horizon.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Bodega Bay, stroll the beach, and visit the historic Old Bodega Marine Laboratory. Grab a coffee at a waterfront café.
Afternoon: Continue north to the architecturally striking community of The Sea Ranch. Walk the coastal trail to admire the iconic wind‑shaped homes and sweeping sea views.
Evening: Stay overnight in a boutique B&B in the nearby town of Gualala, enjoying a farm‑to‑table dinner.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the charming town of Mendocino, wandering the Victorian streets and visiting the Mendocino Headlands State Park for cliffside panoramas.
Afternoon: Stop at the famous Glass Beach in Fort Bragg for a quick look, then ride the historic Skunk Train from Fort Bragg to the redwood forest for a scenic excursion.
Evening: Return to Mendocino, dine at a seaside restaurant, and perhaps catch a live music performance at the historic Ford House.
Find HotelsMorning: Arrive in Fort Bragg and visit the spectacular MacKerricher State Park for tide‑pooling and a brief hike through dunes.
Afternoon: Walk the shoreline of Fort Bragg’s own Glass Beach, then explore the historic downtown shops and the Point Arena Lighthouse for breathtaking ocean vistas.
Evening: Begin the drive back to Concord, stopping for a final dinner in a coastal town of your choice before arriving home.
Find HotelsIf you have extra time, consider adding a day in Santa Cruz to experience its famous boardwalk and coastal redwoods, or extend your stay in Mendocino for a wine‑country tour. To shorten the trip, you can skip the kayak tour at Tomales Bay and the Skunk Train ride, focusing instead on the main scenic stops; this will still give you a fulfilling coastal experience in about three days.