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Whale Watching Station at Mendocino Headlands State Park

Whale Watching Station at Mendocino Headlands State Park

Join CA State Parks staff and docents to spot gray whales from the high bluffs of the Mendocino Headlands as they migrate north to their arctic feeding grounds. We’ll scout for spouts at Shipping Point; about a 1/4 mile past Portuguese Beach at the west end of Main Street. Drop in anytime between 11 AM-2 PM! This program will be cancelled for rain, severe weather, or park closure.

Know Before You Go:
• Restrooms are available at the Ford House Visitor Center near east end of Main Street.
• Ticks and poison oak may be present along the trail.
• Dogs are allowed on a 6-foot leash.
• Binoculars will be provided
• Questions and/or Accessibility Info: Casen.Jaquez@parks.ca.gov

More Information:
To learn more about upcoming programs or to make a donation, visit mendoparks.org.

Mendocino Headlands State Park
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM on Sat, 7 Mar 2026

Event Supported By

MendoParks
707-937-4700
mapa@mendoparks.org
Mendocino Headlands State Park
Shipping Point, Mendocino Headlands
Mendocino, California 95460
707-937-4700
director@mendoparks.org