Rediscover Fort Bragg for the Holidays - From Basics to Boutiques

FORT BRAGG, Calif., Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Looking for a holiday escape where you're surrounded by the sea and the forest — where there are plenty of activities to excite every member of the family? Then it's time to rediscover Fort Bragg, California, from basics to boutiques.

The tiny seacoast town (population 7,000), located 150 miles north of San Francisco, has it all. Whether your passion is discovering interesting shops, sampling food or exploring the great outdoors, November, December and January are an exciting time to be in Fort Bragg. The following activities pages will help you plan your trip:

November: Mushroom Madness and Music
December: Festival of Lights
January: Crab & Wine Days

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Shop: from antiques, books and thrift store items to art, there are dozens of interesting shops to explore downtown.

Eat: from burgers to pizza to fine dining, Fort Bragg offers something for vegans, vegetarians and those who just love comfort food. Good, creatively prepared fresh organic dining is part of the North Coast culture.

Explore: secret beaches, redwoods, unique gardens, and biking and hiking trails are all within a 15-minute drive from downtown. From Wild to mild: There is plenty to explore in Fort Bragg. There are whales migrating  year-around, great birding. If you prefer a quiet stroll, the beauty and serenity of the Mendocino Botanical Gardens will melt away your stress, while ocean kayaking outside Noyo Harbor or mountain biking in Jackson State Forest will spike your adrenalin. Scroll down for more choices.

Stay Fit: at our new C.V. Starr aquatic center, Redwood Health Club and Mendocino Sports Club, you can stay in shape during your weekend getaway or vacation.

We're also a dog-friendly town where a pooch can get a free ice cream cone and dog parks (the C.V. Starr Center and Noyo Harbor Beach) are a popular hangout for locals and visitors. Dog Fancy Magazine loves Fort Bragg.

Fort Bragg offers an array of fun-filled, festive adventures that truly capture the changing seasons. Our mild year-around temperatures (50-60 degrees) make it comfortable to visit anytime.

What are you waiting for? Book that room.  Start planning your visit to Fort Bragg, California, gateway to the California Coastal National Monument.

SOURCE City of Fort Bragg Promotion Committee