Willits, California Reviews and Ratings

California!Willits is the \heart of Mendocino\ a good place to use as a home base for exploring all of Mendocino County and nearby Lake and Humboldt counties. It's an hour from the spectacular Mendocino Coast and about that to scenic Lake County. Willits is also \Gateway to the Redwoods\ which begin in Mendocino County and continue in jaw-dropping beauty through Humboldt County. Yes we are the \center of attention\ in Northern California.Once you cross the Golden Gate Bridge Willits is just 135 scenic miles north through beautiful Marin and Sonoma Counties. We are Mendocino County -- \the OTHER wine country.\We offer a laid back lifestyle reminiscent of a bygone era. Main St. in Willits IS Highway 101 -- so you can't get lost trying to find us. For a town of just 5000 people we have an impressive selection of restaurants and fascinating places to shop as well as the usual chain motels and a few others boutique places that include spas and other attractions such as the Baechtel Creek Inn and Day Spa. Take a look at their specialty rooms. A favorite is the Seabiscuit. Yes we're the home and final resting place of the famous Depression-era race horse. Visit Ridgewood Ranch south of town for the full story. There's a skate park for kids.We also have art galleries book stores and a couple of fine museums. Learn about them and our famous \10 Thousand Step\ walk around town. You can really discover Willits by taking any part of this five-mile walk that includes a look at some handsome and idiosyncratic architecture. Best source: www.willits.org or stop by the Chamber of Commerce office downtown at 239 South Main St. They have walking maps and brochures for attractions throughout Northern California. They know EVERYBODY in town and can get you on your way to where you want to go with all the information you need.Don't miss the Willits Community Theatre: year-round live entertainment for a pittance! The Shanachie Pub also offers live entertainment.