Name: Mendocino - MacKerricher SP - Kayak, Bike, Hike - 6 nights
Start: 2025-05-22T12:00:00-07:00
End: 2025-05-28T14:00:00-07:00

MacKerricher State Park will be our main base for this trip. It is just north of Fort Bragg. It is right on the beach, with a great bike trail and many walking trails.

Bring wheels for kayak launch

You are responsible to make your own reservations in the State Park or rent a house/cabin.
Reservations for MacKerricher State Park will open on **November 22**, 2024 at 8:00 am. **http://www.reservecalifornia.com/**[Reservations](http://www.reservecalifornia.com/).

West Pine is the better camping location.

There are many nice homes and cabins in the area. Check on VRBO or Airbnb. Get a group together and find a place to stay.

**Agenda:** all event activities subject to wind or weather changes.

**Thursday** - **May 22-** arrival day- no planned activities

**Friday - May 23 Bike Ride**
Bike ride, MacKerricher State Park - Haul road / Coast Trail. Ready to roll - 10AM. We will meet at MacKerricher state park in the Day Use parking lot. The trail takes us along the coast to Noyo Harbor. We can stop at Glass Beach on the way back as the tide will be lower. Should be about 15 miles, round trip. No day use pass needed at MacKerricher, day use is free.

**Friday evening 5PM get together at Carole’s Campsite #TBD**
Please bring a snack to share and a chair.

**Saturday May 24 Paddle: Albion River**
Albion River Paddle - morning paddle, on the water at 8:45am Bring water, snacks and lunch. Caravan from the park at 7:45am, it is about a 30 minute drive. Launch is from Albion River CG.
Parking area is small, so carpool if you can. Highway 1 south, turn left at Albion River CG (Big Sign), drive down the hill. Stop at the store to pay entrance fee and then follow road around to the left and to the launch.

**Sunday May 25 Paddle: Noyo River**
Noyo River Paddle - morning paddle, on the water at 9:45am. Caravan from the park, bring water, snacks and lunch. It is a 15 min drive, from campground. Highway 1 south, left on Hwy 20, left on S. Harbor Dr, right on Basin St. drive to the back parking area. See photo for more details. Bring Cash - it is a $7.00 parking fee.

**Monday May 26 - Open Day**

**Tuesday May 27- Bike or Paddle**
We will either do a bike ride on Big River Haul Road or do a paddle on Big River. If we can get leaders for both activities you will be able to choose which one you want to do. No cost to park.

**OPEN DAY OPTIONS - it is Memorial Day**
**Pudding Creek Railbike ride**, through the redwoods. Leaving from Fort Bragg, less cost, no steep trail to the departure area; awesome ride into the Redwoods. link: [Noyo rail](https://www.skunktrain.com/railbikes-on-the-noyo/)
There is a longer more costly route up the Noyo River if interested.

**Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens - located in Fort Bragg**

See photos for launch site directions. There are parking fees at both Noyo and Albion launch locations. Bring wheels. Paddles are 5-8 miles.

**As hosts we work hard to plan paddle times with weather and tides in mind. We are constantly looking at updates and will adjust accordingly. Please do not post comments about wind or weather prior to a planned event outing, doing so causes attendees to cancel out of outings, contact us directly if you have any concerns.**

Paddling Requirements:
Intermediate paddle. Six months of paddling experience. Paddles may be up to 8 miles with wind and current. You must be able to perform a Self or Assisted Rescue. PFD's & whistles are required for all paddles, you must have the proper clothing for cold water; you must keep your feet on your kayak braces & legs inside; no bent leg paddling. Minimum kayak length for this trip is 12 feet These requirements are for individual and group safety.

**If you have not paddled with one of us in the past you will need to message us so we can talk about skill level and confirm this is a good paddle for you.**

Disclaimer
This Meet-Up Group and its organizers do not, in any way, claim to be professionals or otherwise licensed or certified to provide any services. Kayaking can be physically demanding and involve hazards that come with water sports. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. Your personal safety depends on your own judgement and experience

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