Noyo Headlands Park
- Visitor center
- Picnic
- Accessible Restrooms
- Accessible Parking
- Wildlife viewing
- Particularly good for families
- Hiking
- Bicycling
Trails and Pathways
- Trail:
- Ka Kaleh Trail
- Time to Complete:
- 2 hours
- Trailhead Location:
- Cypress St. parking lot
- Trail Length:
- Over 4 total miles
- Typical Width:
- 4 ft. & above
- Typical Grade:
- Gentle
- Typical Terrain:
- Hard
Depending on the weather, one can view the crystal blue waters on the horizon and perhaps spy a whale during migrating season. Looking directly down from the rugged bluffs onto the rocks below you might be able to see seals resting and avoiding the great white sharks that frequent the area. There are many spur trails along the way that showcase local artisans interpretations of benches, all created with natural materials. The spur trails are a gravel mix with a firm under-layment and easy to navigate in a power chair and should be fine for strong manual wheelchair users. At about midway on the trail there is a visitor’s center run by the Noyo Marine center. After that the trail curves inland a bit to skirt some wetlands then continues along the shoreline. We spotted a variety of bird species flitting amongst the tall grasses, but I especially enjoyed watching the ravens play along the bluffs. Their deep croaking and intent stares lent to the mysterious, foggy scene. Definitely check out the different benches and chat up the locals who drop long fishing lines from the bluffs.
Accessibility Features
- Accessible Parking:
- Yes – designated accessible parking, van accessible, firm, level or slope no greater than 2%;
At the west ends of North Harbor Drive, Cypress Street, and Elm Street.
- Accessible Restroom:
- Yes – By visitor center, the Cypress and Elm St. parking lots and near the wetlands; none have sinks and are locked overnight.
- Accessible Picnic Table:
- Yes – firm & stable path to tables, firm & stable surface, 27" or greater knee clearance; One is near the parking lot, the other is about a quarter-mile north from the lot down a short gravel spur trail. Both have spectacular views
- Accessible Visitor Center:
- Yes – The Crow\'s Nest visitor center is housed in a redwood A-frame building and run by the Noyo Marine and Science Center. Although small there\'s lots to see, touch and learn about through environmental exhibits. Hours: Thursday-Monday 11:00am – 3:00pm