Fort Bragg

Dog-friendly Fort Bragg

They say every dog has his day; well, your dog is bound to have the perfect day, night or multiple night stay in the coastal Mendocino County town of Fort Bragg. Located just north of the town of Mendocino, this once booming fishing community is rich in dog-friendly lodging, dining, attractions, hikes and beaches.

Dog-friendly lodging includes the Beachcomber Motel, Surf & Sand Lodge, Beach House Inn and Noyo Harbor Inn. Attractions in Fort Bragg include the Skunk Train and Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens.

Hikes include the Noyo Headlands Coastal Trail and MacKerricher State Park. Beaches include Glass Beach, Noyo Beach and Seaside Beach. Dog-friendly Fort Bragg dining includes HarborView Bistro & Bar, Silver’s at the Wharf, Sea Pal Cove and Piaci Pub and Pizzeria.

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California’s best coastal dog-friendly towns

From Mendocino to Oceanside, these seaside communities roll out water bowls, patios and walkable streets for four-legged travelers. The bell on the inn’s front door hasn’t finished chiming before the clerk is leaning over the counter, hand outstretched — not to the human with the credit card, but to the dog with the wagging tail. … Continued

Noyo Harbor Inn in Fort Bragg has two compelling offers

Noyo Harbor Inn in Fort Bragg has two Winter 2025-2026 compelling offers.

The Beachcomber Properties

Buy-One-Get-One (BOGO) winter promotion at all three properties: Beachcomber Motel, Beach House Inn and Surf & Sand Lodge.

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Make Noyo Harbor Inn your ulti-mutt fall getaway

In the weeks ahead, the golden days of fall will slowly replace peak summer sunshine. Catch the transition on California’s spectacular North Coast. From Noyo Harbor Inn, just south of downtown Fort Bragg, guests can step out the door and experience this magical season with four-legged family members by their side. The property offers riverfront dining, spa services and dog-friendly accommodations, and it’s close to parks, attractions and restaurants that welcome pups.

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