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Salmon Run

NOTE: If you are bringing pet's , please let us know!

We do charge a fee of seventy five dollars per pet.

Looking for a romantic getaway? Make your way to Salmon Run, a luxurious vacation home that features great amenities, a spacious kitchen, and breathtaking views of Noyo Harbor and the Pacific Ocean. You won’t have to swim upstream to enjoy your vacation at this fully renovated historic treasure.

During the height of the salmon industry, the building that is now the Salmon Run operated as a cannery, and fishermen would gather here to trade their fresh fish for an equal weight of already-canned salmon. At the time, salmon were plentiful, even near the river mouth, so fishermen didn’t have to go far to find their supper, and this bustling trade fed local families and visitors alike. Although the cannery is long-gone, the Salmon Run pays homage to the long heritage of salmon catching in the harbor.

Located next to a working pier offering a front-row seat to local fishing boats offloading their bountiful, fresh catch, the Salmon Run features a two-story setup with a downstairs kitchen, an upstairs bedroom, and the best of both worlds: a convenient location that provides a refuge from the hustle and bustle of ordinary life. You’ll enjoy privacy when you’re home, but when you’re ready to go out, you’ll relish the close proximity of world-class restaurants serving the freshest seafood you could dream of. (If you’re not a seafood fan, you’ll have your choice of award-winning dishes from top chefs working with the best local ingredients.)

For those who have more culinary know-how, the fully equipped kitchen will call your name. The layout will give you ample room to create your masterpieces, and the four-top stove is at your service. Dazzle and delight for a quiet night in with a delicious home-cooked meal, or fuel your adventures with fresh meals and snacks you’ve prepped for the road.

For outdoor excursions, you have your pick of the numerous trails and activities along the coast. You’ll want to set aside some time to explore a multitude of wonders, from pristine beaches to towering redwoods to secluded waterfalls. Every state park offers its own charm, from Russian Gulch to Jug Handle to MacKerricher. If you prefer smooth sailing, check out one of the paved trails, such as the North and South Coastal Trails or Pomo Park -- or set your course north to MacKerricher’s famous boardwalk, where you’ll spot seals, sea lions, and tide pools. Beach days await at Pudding Creek or Big River. Or take the Skunk Train for a trip back in time -- and to the heart of the redwoods. The possibilities are endless!

Need gifts for friends or family -- or yourself? Head to downtown Fort Bragg and explore everything the town has to offer. Within a couple of blocks, you can browse quirky and joyful socks, peruse used and new books, visit galleries featuring talented local artists, or find your new favorite fashion. In the Depot Mall, you’ll find everything from jewelry to shoes to baby clothes, as well as the delightful desserts of Laurel’s Deli. Come for the cookies, stay for the trains and history. Of course, we won’t tell if you end up taking an impromptu dessert tour instead…

Post-excursion, kick back and avail yourself of the flatscreen TV or watch the sky come alive with color as the sun sets over the harbor. In the evenings, you can rest easy, knowing your journey is complete for the day. Snuggle into the comfy king bed and sleep well. Whatever plans you hatch at the Salmon Run, you’ll feel refreshed and energized as you set out on your next trek!

About the history of salmon in Noyo Harbor – from the locals who lived it

Commercial salmon fishing began in the Noyo Harbor in about 1916. The fish were sold whole & uncleaned for cat food only. Human consumption of salmon started years later.

Founded in the late 1940s, Sportsman’s RV Park was the first sport center for salmon fishing in the harbor. Founded by Ray Welsh and 3 others, it was open from June through September and very lively and active throughout, packed with all forms of current-model tiny RVs and pickups. 16’ and 18’ fishing boats were made on site and could be rented along with a 6hp motor.

At the time, there was no need to go far out to sea to catch salmon -- they were abundant near the river mouth. Fishermen would bring the fresh salmon back to the building called the “Cannery” (now the Salmon Run), where they would trade the fresh fish for canned salmon.

There were also a smoke house and other related building facilities on site to go along with the fishing and camping. Fresh water was obtained from a secret tap into the city water that the city knew about but could not find. Through the years, the piers and docks grew with the fishing trade, and they were always packed with boats.

Note on the bathroom - There is one bathroom in the house which is upstairs in the master bedroom. That means that anyone staying in the house that needs to use the bathroom will have to get there by going through the master bedroom. Mendocino has some very unusual designs and this is a great example of that .

FROM THE SOUTH

Take Highway 101 north until you find the exit at Cloverdale (Just past – north of Cloverdale actually, go left under the bridge, then south and make a right in about ½ mile at the highway 128 sign ) and follow the signs for 128 West. Go West for 55.4 miles until the road turns into Highway One. (This road can be very windy in places)

Stay on Highway One headed north for an additional 10.4 miles. When you are getting close you will cross the Big River Bridge heading towards the town of Mendocino.

You will come to a stoplight while on highway 1 or what the locals call the Shoreline highway. Go straight through the light (When green) and continue on highway one for a total of 8.6 miles.

You will go through 2 stoplights and then cross the Noyo Harbor bridge. Once across the bridge you will take your first right which will be North Harbor drive.

Once you go right on North harbor drive keep going down into the harbor and follow the road around the curve at the bottom, staying on the road for .9 miles.

You will be headed towards the Noyo Harbor bridge and will see the Sportsman Shores RV park on the left.

Immediately after the Sportsman Shores park on the left you will pass an art gallery and a parking lot. The entrance to Salmon Run is at the south end of the parking lot on the south side right in front of the rental

PARKING:

You are welcome to park in the available spaces in fron of the rental - they will be marked.

Enter your unit through the front door with the code provided for the keypad on the door.

Rental Name: SALMON RUN

32110 North Harbor Drive

Fort Bragg California 95437

FROM THE NORTH

Take Highway One from the north to the town of Willits and follow the signs for Highway 20 West to Fort Bragg / Mendocino.

Follow highway 20 west for 33.1 miles until the road ends at Highway One which is a stoplight.

Go right at the stoplight and cross the Noyo Harbor bridge – Be in the right hand lane

Go right on the first road past the bridge which is North harbor drive

Once you go right on North harbor drive keep going down into the harbor and follow the road around the curve at the bottom, staying on the road for .9 miles.

You will be headed towards the Noyo Harbor bridge and will see the Sportsman Shores RV park on the left.

Immediately after the Sportsman Shores park on the left you will pass an art gallery and a parking lot. The entrance to Salmon Run is at the south end of the parking lot on the south side right in front of the rental

PARKING:

You are welcome to park in the available spaces in fron of the rental - they will be marked.

Enter your unit through the front door with the code provided for the keypad on the door.

Rental Name: SALMON RUN

32110 North Harbor Drive

Fort Bragg California 95437

STUFF THAT'S GOOD TO KNOW

THIS RENTAL IS LOCATED NEXT TO AN RV PARK IN THE HARBOR

This rental is located next to a a classic, old school RV park that have been in the harbor for decades. I personally think that is adds to the rustic harbor experience but there are some who do not like being in an RV park. Please look through all of the photos on this rental so you can get an idea of what the park is like so you can make a personal determination if this is right for you .

IN THE HOUSE

The house binder has just about all the information you might possibly need and probably a little more.

GARBAGE

There are garbage cans for the trailer park at the inside entrance to the park on the left side when looking back from the unit.

VEHICLES

There is only room for two vehicles which can park directly in front the unit. If there is need for additional vehicles, please reach out to us so we can try to accommodate if possible. Since  there are other units close by, please try to be as quiet as possible early in the morning and late at night. Thank you !

PAY ATTENTION AND BE SAFE

Children must be supervised at all times on the wharf. No climbing on the railing at any time for both children and adults

LOCATION INFORMATION

Located directly on the Noyo Harbor on the docks in Fort Bragg, California

WE ARE

Located 34.5 miles from Willits

Located 9.7 miles from Mendocino Village

Located 111.0 miles from Sonoma County Airport (Santa Rosa, California)

Located 117.0 miles from Santa Rosa

Located 146.0 miles from Sonoma

Located 134.0 miles from Petaluma

Located 171.0 miles from San Francisco

Located 184.0 Miles from San Francisco International Airport

Located 184.0 miles from Oakland international Airport

Located 189.0 miles from Sacramento

Located 180.0 miles from Sacramento International airport

The historic Noyo Harbor is a great place to take a stroll and check out our historic, working harbor. There is plenty to see and do as well as having some great restaurants to get some great food, have a drink, listen to some live music and more

The pet charge is non refundable as it is a fee and is charged per pet. This fee is a fee and not a refundable security deposit.

GENERAL:

Heating

Internet- The Wifi works but is DSL and might not be a consistent connection

Linens Provided

Living Room

Parking

Towels Provided

Hair dryer

KITCHEN

Coffee Maker

Dishes & Utensils

Microwave

Oven

Refrigerator

Stove

Blender

Toaster

ENTERTAINMENT:

DVD Player

Games

Satellite / Cable

Television

OUTSIDE:

Small Deck

THEME:

Adventure

Away From It All

Family

Historic

Romantic

Spa

Sports & Activities

Tourist Attractions

ATTRACTIONS:

botanical garden

churches

cinema

festivals

health/beauty spa

library

live theater

Noyo Harbor

museums

playground

restaurants

winery tours

LEISURE ACTIVITIES:

antiquing

beachcombing

bird watching

boating

eco tourism

horseback riding

miniature golf

photography

scenic drives

shopping

sight seeing

walking

whale watching

Wine tasting

SPORTS & ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES:

basketball courts

cycling and bicycle rental

fishing

golf

hiking

kayaking

mountain biking

scuba diving

snorkeling

fishing Charters

surfing

swimming

tennis

LOCAL SERVICES AND BUSINESSES:

ATM/bank

fitness center

groceries

hospital

laundromat

medical services