Sunset Views From Jenner-by-the-Sea

Perched on a bluff high above the mouth of the Russian River, the tiny coastal village of Jenner boasts some of the most jaw-dropping views on California’s West Coast. 

The panoramic scenery that awaits you in Jenner includes beaches, coves, impressive rock outcroppings (sea stacks), and harbor seals where the river flows into the sea. Not to mention the stunning Pacific Ocean fading into the western horizon and the breathtaking sunrise and sunset views.

When you stay in Jenner, you can watch the sun melt across the ocean while relaxing over dinner. Or meander along the river’s mouth to see dawn color the world and explore Goat Rock Beach to the soothing sound of crashing waves.

The Jenner Visitors Center features interesting displays on local wildlife and history, as well as a nature store with an excellent selection of gifts and educational items. You’ll find knowledgeable docents on hand, along with helpful maps, coupons, and brochures about sights and activities on Sonoma’s Coast.

Jenner may be tiny (just 136 residents at last count), but the accommodations and dining in this seaside hamlet get high marks.

Jenner Inn offers a range of beautifully designed rooms, suites, vacation homes, and even dog-friendly options. The inn’s restaurant serves exceptional breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a full bar featuring local beers, Sonoma County wines, and premium spirits.

River’s End Restaurant & Inn sits atop a bluff overlooking the river and ocean and includes a superb restaurant plus six cabins with unmatched views and decks designed for couples looking to rejuvenate.

Whether you want to watch a stunning sunrise or sunset, wander a sandy beach, hike along ocean bluffs, or see the point where the river meets the sea, Jenner is the place.

For more, discover 48 Hours in Jenner on the California Coast and highlights of the Sonoma Coast.