Mendocino County, County in North Coast, California
Mendocino County spans 3,878 square miles of diverse terrain, including redwood forests, Pacific coastline, rivers, and agricultural valleys along the North Coast of California.
The county, established in 1850 as one of California's original counties, remained under Sonoma County administration until gaining independent governance in 1859.
Native American communities maintain nine reservations within the county borders, preserving their traditions and contributing to the regional cultural diversity.
The Mendocino Transit Authority provides local bus services throughout the county, connecting cities like Ukiah, Fort Bragg, and Willits with regular routes.
The county contains multiple river systems, including the Noyo and Navarro Rivers, which flow through protected areas and create distinct microclimates for wine production.
Location: California
Inception: February 18, 1850
Capital city: Ukiah
Part of: North Coast
Shares border with: Humboldt County, Sonoma County, Glenn County, Trinity County, Tehama County, Lake County
Website: https://mendocinocounty.org
GPS coordinates: 39.43000,-123.43000
Latest update: May 28, 2025 11:44
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