Protected by a bay from the wild whims of the Pacific Ocean, Bodega Bay is a picturesque fishing village on the Sonoma Coast that harbors sights, sounds, and activities — by land or by sea — that call to the adventurer in all of us. Bodega Head, a rocky cliff that overlooks the ocean, is perfect for strolling along the cliffs and watching for migrating whales.

Find secret coves and beaches by paddling on a kayak during a guided tour. Discover your inner Beach Boy by taking surfing lessons from Bodega Bay Surf Shack. Catch your own dinner on one of the local charter fishing cruises. For those who are taking out their own boats Fisherman’s Cove offers fishing tackle, picnic supplies, fresh seafood — especially oysters — and chowders. If you want to sit and be served, a good meal with a great view can be found at the Tides Wharf Restaurant.

As you head north, you’ll pass public, yet protected, beaches that are part of the Sonoma Coast State Park. Driving just a few miles inland, you’ll reach the tiny town of Bodega. This was the setting for Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds, which still gives viewers a temporary case of ornithophobia 50 years after its release. Find details about Bodega Bay hotels and lodging.

Sonoma County Leave No Trace Coalition

 

Together, we can protect and preserve the beauty and natural resources of Sonoma County for generations to come. Check out our page on Sustainable Travel, and look over the Leave No Trace Seven Principles.

 

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Outdoor Activities

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Beaches

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Beaches

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Camping / RV

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Beaches

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Activities

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Experiences

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Activities

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Activities

Whether you want to hook a fish, pull up a pot of crabs, or get up close with whales and…

Trip Itineraries

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Trip Itineraries

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Romantic Getaway

For a romantic winter getaway, look no farther than the Sonoma Coast. The thundering waves, velvet gray clouds, and sparks…

Food & Wine

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Restaurants

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Trip Itineraries

Nestled into a particularly beautiful stretch of Sonoma County’s 55-mile Pacific coastline, Bodega Bay is a favorite getaway for travelers and…

Sightseeing & Tours

After filming “Shadow of a Doubt” in Santa Rosa in the early 1940s, Alfred Hitchcock returned to Sonoma County in 1963…

Sightseeing & Tours

The quaint coastal towns of Sonoma County give you a front-row seat to the impressive Pacific Ocean and some of…

Food & Wine

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Local Bodega Bay Businesses

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