Fort Ross State Historic Park
Fort Ross, one of the main tourist attractions between Bodega Bay and Fort Bragg, is a California State Historic Park showcasing a historic Russian-era fort compound that has been designated National Historic Landmark status.
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Fort Ross, one of the main tourist attractions between Bodega Bay and Fort Bragg, is a California State Historic Park showcasing a historic Russian-era fort compound that has been designated National Historic Landmark status. Located eleven miles north of Jenner on California Highway One, one of the most scenic coastal routes in the world, Fort Ross is surrounded by sandy beaches, panoramic coves, and redwood forests, with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. The 3,400 acre park offers pristine natural landscapes as well as historic structures and exhibits that bring to life the former Imperial Russian settlement, early California Ranch era, and Kashaya territory.
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Interesting and fun
The Fort Ross visitor center provides helpful context. I appreciate the recognition of the native culture and peoples. However, I think the costs to them were underplayed. For example, decimation by...
Dog Friendly Coastal Park
Everything about this park surpassed our expectations. Easy parking, great picnic areas, great visitor center, very dog friendly & lots of space to walk around and explore. The Fort itself is...
Fort Ross is 210 years old this year
This State Historic Park is true California's gem hidden away from tourists. Please plan your visit ahead of time, so you can be prepared for full day visit. Weather is very unpredictable, make sure...
