Breathtaking California beaches, rugged Pacific coastline, Pacific Coast Highway (Highway 1), and picturesque villages – Bodega Bay, Jenner, Timber Cove, The Sea Ranch, and Gualala – are all part of the Sonoma Coast. The more than 55 miles of shoreline that make up Sonoma County’s western border is rugged, dramatic, and scenic – yet approachable. It's perfect for relaxing at the beach for the day, taking a hike, camping, or planning a romantic, private picnic. Wear layers; early-morning fog can burn off to reveal bright, blue skies. Get a free Visitors Guide and Map.
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The Bluff Top Trail winds 3 miles one way from Gualala Point Regional Park to the Walk On Beach Trail. The trailhead at Gualala Point is a dirt path branching off from the paved trail south of the…
The quarter-mile Black Point Trail is the southernmost of the six Sea Ranch public access points. It is also the longest beach among the access trails. Black Point Beach is a sandy shore that…
A trail that is .12 miles one way and leads to a small beach reached via a steep staircase. Look for seasonal waterfalls from a stream spilling over the bluff. This is the largest parking lot of…
Sonoma County Regional Parks manages six public access trails in The Sea Ranch, a private community south of Gualala. Trails start at Highway 1 parking areas and cross bluff-top meadows and forests…
The Bird Walk Coastal Access Trail offers those interested in viewing wildlife a unique opportunity to see a new side of Bodega Bay. The Sonoma County Regional Parks Department has revitalized a…