.jpg%3F1631334842&w=3840&q=75)
Jug Handle State Natural Reserve
The awe-inspiring ocean views from the bluffs of this natural reserve are nothing short of amazing.
Plan Around Jug Handle State Natural Reserve
A good stop is not just something to read about. Once it belongs on the day, move into a saved trip and build the route around it.
Use this detail page to confirm that the stop is worth it, then carry that decision into a trip draft while the park context is still fresh.
Jug Handle State Natural Reserve Details
The awe-inspiring ocean views from the bluffs of this natural reserve are nothing short of amazing. The rising seas and crashing waves are on full display along the beaches of this 776-acre park. Take a hike along the Ecological Staircase Trail, a 5-mile round trip journey through pine and cypress trees and over the soaring cliffs near the ocean. If time is limited, you can always do the first 1/2 mile of the trail (the Headlands Loop) or take a short walk down the beach.
Difficulty
Open
Distance
N/A
Estimated time
N/A
Region
State Parks
Nearby Parks Around Jug Handle State Natural Reserve
Compare nearby parks around Jug Handle State Natural Reserve when deciding whether to expand the route after this stop.
Nearby Points of Interest Around Jug Handle State Natural Reserve
Use nearby POIs to quickly expand your options beyond Jug Handle State Natural Reserve while the map context is still fresh.
0.9 mi away
Mendocino/Fort Bragg coastline
A road trip to this rugged coastline in Mendocino is a must-do for any nature lover.
1.0 mi away
Jug Handle Beach
On the coast of the Jug Handle State Natural Reserve sits this gorgeous beach.
1.3 mi away
Caspar Headlands State Beach
Whether you are in the mood for sun, exercise, or wildlife viewing, this park in Mendocino County has something for you to enjoy.
2.3 mi away
Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park
Built-in 1909, the Point Cabrillo Lighthouse is the main attraction of this coastal state park.
3.2 mi away
Russian Gulch State Park
Perched over a rocky coastline overlooking the ocean, this state park has a diverse landscape of sandy beaches and steep canyons.
