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Skunk Train Willits Depot
Willits
Skunk Train Willits Depot, located in Willits, Mendocino County on the North Coast, offers a nostalgic journey through time for both humans and their furry companions.
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Camp Noyo
Willits
Developed as a logging camp in 1907, Camp Noyo, originally called “Camp Four,” was the fourth camp established by the Union Lumber Company as it progressed east from Fort Bragg along the current route of the California Western Railroad's Skunk Train.
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Willits
The Skunk Train pulls out of a classic wooden depot in downtown Willits and climbs into genuine redwood forest—the kind where the light gets green and muffled, and the track curves through tunnels hand-carved from stone over a century ago. This isn’t a theme-park railroad;
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Five ways to explore the California coast
Five dog-friendly stops near Noyo Harbor Inn showcase the best of the Mendocino Coast. Glass Beach, the Noyo Headlands Trail, the Skunk Train, Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens and the Big River Trail all welcome leashed pups.
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Top Mendocino picks for waves and wine
Mendocino County pairs stunning Pacific coastline with dog-friendly adventures like kayaking, Skunk Train rides through redwoods, botanical garden strolls, and winery visits. The Little River Inn makes an ideal pup-welcoming basecamp.
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Day 1: Inland wine trails and train rides
Mendocino County's inland corridor along Highway 101 features dog-friendly wineries, farm-to-fork restaurants, and the iconic Skunk Train. Board with your pup for a scenic ride through redwood canyons and over mountain summits.
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Mend your mind and thrill your dog in Mendocino
Mendocino County's 12 wine-growing regions produce standout wines along Highways 101 and 128. Dogs are welcome at nearly every winery, tasting is often free, and the vibe is refreshingly casual. Plan a trek from Hopland to Anderson Valley and beyond.
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Don’t get skunked by the Skunk Train
The Skunk Train has rolled through Northern California redwood forests for over 130 years, departing from Fort Bragg and Willits. Dogs ride free in open-air cars, taking in views of towering trees, river canyons, and 30 bridges along the way.
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Special adventures for furry friends in Mendocino
Mendocino County is packed with dog-friendly adventures, from the classic Skunk Train to kayaking sea caves with the Little River Inn's Water Dog package. Add uncrowded beaches, botanical gardens, and Glass Beach to fill out a memorable visit.
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