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Fort Bragg, North Carolina is a military installation of the United States Army and is the largest military installation in the world (by population) with more than 50,000 active duty personnel. The installation is located within Cumberland, Hoke, Harnett, and Moore counties. The installation borders the towns of Fayetteville, Spring Lake, and Southern Pines. It was also a census-designated place in the 2000 census, during which a residential population of 29,183 was identified. It is named for Confederate General Braxton Bragg. It covers over 251 square miles (650 km). It is the home of the Army's XVIII Airborne Corps and is the headquarters of the United States Army Special Operations Command, which oversees the U.S. Army 1st Special Forces Command (Airborne) (Provisional) and 75th Ranger Regiment. It is also home to the U.S. Army Forces Command, U.S. Army Reserve Command, and Womack Army Medical Center. Fort Bragg maintains two airfields: Pope Field, where the United States Air Force stations global airlift and special operations assets as well as the Air Force Combat Control School, and Simmons Army Airfield, where Army aviation units support the needs of airborne and special operations forces on post.
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1. Liquid Fusion Kayaking
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 98 reviews
From mild to wild, Liquid Fusion Kayaking has a Mendocino Coast kayak adventure for everyone. Enjoy a dry and mild, paddle on the calm waters of the Noyo River where all ages are delighted by harbor seals and intrigued with coastal birds. Guided Tours and Kayak Rentals Available including family friendly options. Sea kayak tours and instruction that range from mild to wild. Check out our Noyo Sea Kayak Tour that shares a sampler of the Noyo River, Noyo Harbor, and ventures out onto the Noyo Bay. Or venture on the wild side with our Whitewater of the Sea adventure where you will kayak and play in the ocean waves and sea caves of the Mendocino Coast. Learn to kayak classes and custom trips are available in sea, whitewater river, and surf kayaking.
2. Ricochet Ridge Ranch
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4.5 based on 383 reviews
Reviewed By I9551JSannap - San Francisco, United States
I am an experienced rider and have ridden at many rental stables all over the world. I had an amazing time riding with Emily over 2 days in Fort Bragg, maybe the best I've experienced. Here's what you need to know: 1) The horses are really well cared for. Emily manages the farm guides many of the rides. She knows the horses well and is tuned in to which horses will suit which riders, which horses might be having a bad day and need a day off, etc. Some of the best cared for horses I've seen at a rental stable. They are fresh, not sour, and will move out when asked. 2) They are prepared to accommodate riders of all experience levels, and can provide an exciting experience for confident riders. Emily will assess your skill level and allow long trots and canters if you're up to it. However, if it's been a while since you've ridden, try a short ride first to get back into it, then discuss the option of a longer ride with a faster pace. 3) If you're not sure what you want or are ready for, call and ask. Emily is super friendly and prepared to be as flexible as possible to provide you with a great experience. 4) Be understanding. Horses have minds of their own and as such your experience may vary. In addition you are sometimes at the mercy of the weather, so be prepared to be flexible and allow time in your schedule to do so, depending on season. Summer is pretty dry in this part of the world, but spring and winter it's possible to be rained out. Such a great experience! I live just a few hours away and will certainly be back. I did an all day ride in the forest and a 3-hour beach ride as well and both were just amazing. I rode Murphy, and I loved her! I certainly got my money's worth, with both rides including long stretches of trot and canter. I think Murphy got some good exercise those days. Lots of carrots, as well.
3. Fort Bragg Coastal Trail
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4.5 based on 226 reviews
Reviewed By diannacoulson - San Diego, United States
We rented bikes and rode along the coastal trail. It was breathtaking and very relaxing. It's a well kept trail and good for all ages. If running or walking is your thing, then do that, but do it, you won't be disappointed.
4. Noyo Headlands Park
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4.5 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By TravelGoddess61 - Chico, United States
The views are stunning, the headlands hiking, or the biking, or strolling along the ocean are all just a must see. Goes now from the Glass Beach area in Fort Bragg north and south with paved paths, or headlands hiking. It also begins in Fort Bragg near the Safeway just past. Every view is different and a must do on a clear day with views of the ocean forever and sometimes fishing boats too. Bring your binoculars to see when it is clear too. You will see birds, and we saw pelicans diving when we went. The rock formations are amazing, and the surf was turquoise blue when we went and clear water. It can be cold or windy but was warm and sunny when we went. It is easy to socially isolate but bring your mask required when you cannot. There are restrooms only at the beginning and free parking too. It is a must do while you are in the area and you can walk forever or a short ways.
5. Seaside Beach
6. Pudding Creek Beach
7. Glass Beach
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4.0 based on 2,092 reviews
The sand at this unusual beach is covered with interesting-shaped and colored rocks and stones.
Reviewed By F3930VXsarahg
Glass Beach is very attractive - a short walk takes you to tide pools, rocks to climb, cliffs to watch the surf, for whales and to gaze North to the Lost Coast. A former city dump, bits of colored glass are about all that is left. Walk from town, or park in lot. From here, there are paved trails for walking/biking going South to Noyo Harbor/Pomo Bluffs Park, and North to MacKerricker State Park, camping, board-walk to seal watching, a trail around Lake Cleone (walk only), then on to Ward Avenue and Ten Mile River's long beach and dune complex. Restroom at trail head.
8. Mendocino Ocean Sports
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Professionally guided kayak fishing and nature tours on the Mendocino Coast.
9. All Aboard Adventure
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4.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By jimlimo18 - Baltimore, United States
Great trip last Sunday. We saw more whales than I have on any other trip; we were able to get real close without startling the whales. The crew was outstanding! One of the crew Richard, sat up front with us and helped spot the whales. The captain let me 10 year old sit up in the wheelhouse with him as well. Also they had some Dungeness crab for us to nosh on which was great. We were out for a 2 hour trip which was just enough time. I would definitely go out with this crew again.
10. Noyo Beach
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4.0 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By TechMistress - Sacramento, United States
Always a pleasure to be on this beach. Where the river meets the sea! The sound of a distant foghorn, the sound of the waves and the view of the ocean or harbor. A lovely, quiet place!
