Point Arena-Stornetta National Monument
45500 Lighthouse Rd.
Point Arena, California 95468
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Local Phone: (707) 468-4000
In March 2014 President Obama signed a proclamation to establish the first shoreline addition to the California Coastal National Monument. The Point Arena-Stornetta Unit protects approximately 1,665 acres of a significant and spectacular public lands along the Mendocino coast.
Daytime use of the area is permitted, and dogs on leash or "under other physical restraint" are allowed on trails. Admission is free.
The area is ideal for daytime activities such as hiking, picnicking, wildlife watching, and soaking up the views of the Mendocino’s breathtaking South Coast. Stornetta Public Lands is bordered to the north by Manchester Beach State Park, one of the longest public accessible beaches in California.
- Parking is permitted along Lighthouse (County) Road at pull-outs, at the Point Arena City Hall and at the end of Miner Hole (County) Road where the road meets Highway 1 (Note that beyond that is private property, please follow posted signs.)
- Porta-potties are provided.
- No water is available.
Leashed dogs are welcome on the grounds at the historic Point Arena Lighthouse. You can gain access to the renovated Fog Signal Building and a trip (for people) to the top of the tower for a fee, but dogs aren't allowed.
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