Elk/Mendo 4th July Trip help

Considering rod tripping to Mendo Coast for a 4th of July weekend. 
Havent visited area in many yrs, and seems loke rt combo of forest coast historical interest wineries n quaint restaurants.

Any suggestions about 4th festivities in the area?

Pt Arena Fireworks look really interesting. Do ppl just stop atop the bridge and watch, or park along the bluffs?  I want to see it but not if it means Ill have to manage the campground exfil bottleneck

Pt Arena Fireworks look really interesting. Do ppl just stop atop the bridge and watch, or park along the bluffs?  I want to see it but not if it means Ill have to manage the campground exfil bottleneck

When you say bridge - I believe you must be referring to Fort Bragg, not Point Arena. I have worked/shot shows in both locations over the years. Point Arena is a much more up-close experience and preferred IMO. Saturday the 2nd is Point Arena, the 4th is in Fort Bragg.

Stopping/parking on the bridge is prohibited. Either location will have traffic egress issues following the show. I can PM some more info on PA if you like, I will be working the show.

I think we will try to hit the Point Arena fireworks!

I believe there’s a salmon festival in ft Bragg over the weekend of the 4th.
Always plenty of good food and live music.
Have fun, and be safe.
-4est