Irish Beach is located on the only stretch of the Mendocino Coast where the hills are so close to the sea that numerous miles have been left completely undeveloped, giving our guests the opportunity to relax in peace and quiet.
The “Stornetta Public Lands” includes over two miles of coastline, the estuary of the Garcia River and adjacent beach, and a small island accessible during low tide. Historic Point Arena Lighthouse is just to the South and Manchester State Park and Irish Beach are located a short distance to the North.
Offshore the small island cluster, “Sea Lion Rocks,” is a portion of the California Coastal National Monument system. The property contains significant natural resources, including important wildlife habitat, several riparian corridors, extensive wetlands, ponds and other water sources, cypress groves, meadows and sand dunes. The Garcia River is prime Coho and Chinook salmon habitat and is a key recovery area in recent Endangered Species Act listings. Migratory waterfowl, shorebirds, raptors, and several special status species may be found on the property. The Black Oyster Catcher feeding here on mollusks in the splash zone is one of the birds of special concern.
Mendocino county offers a variety of activities to awaken all of your senses.—feeling the ocean spray as you kayak, smelling the forest while hiking or even horse back riding on our private beach. Savoring the taste of our local wines and breweries, marveling the views from atop the lighthouses, or just taking in the art, music theater and festivals so unique to the Mendocino coast. Most of the these activities are within 5-45 minutes north and south of Irish Beach.
Mendocino county offers a variety of activities to awaken all of your senses.—feeling the ocean spray as you kayak, smelling the forest while hiking or even horse back riding on our private beach. Savoring the taste of our local wines and breweries, marveling the views from atop the lighthouses, or just taking in the art, music theater and festivals so unique to the Mendocino coast. Most of the these activities are within 5-45 minutes north and south of Irish Beach.
Unbeaten Path Hiking Tours
Personalized, private tours to meet your needs. They are, literally, your “boots on the ground” visitors center. Want to know what you do in the area? They can help. Says the owner: “Each tour we offer resonates with us in a personal way. We share this with our guests to give them a unique perspective of this wonderful, magical region.
The Most Popular Activities Are Listed Below
Tours and Sightseeing:
Horseback Riding:
Golf:
Water Sports – Fishing – Whale Watching:
Hiking:
Dining:
There are restaurants all along the Mendocino Coast to satisfy nearly everyone’s tastes. Advance reservations are rarely necessary. This link will give you menu options. https://www.mendocino.com/restaurants.html