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Sonoma Coast State Beach

Bodega Bay, CA 94923
(707) 875-3483

Description

Broad, shinning beaches, secluded coves, rugged headlands, natural rock arches, and craggy coastline with various tidalpools and reefs characterize the most splendid, unique and most untouched coastline in California—Sonoma Coast State Beach. This state beach is located between the coast towns of Jenner and Bodega Bay, with a portion of the park’s bounty on the south bank the Russian River, heading inland. This particular portion of the coast offers the visitor a wide variety of recreational and educational opportunities. Prior planning will make this a trip not soon forgotten by those participating.

Activities

Camping
Tide Pooling
Whale Watching
Designated Underwater Areas
Beach Combing
Fishing
Hiking
Horseback Riding

Facilities

A visitor center and small boat launch are located in the town of Jenner. Sonoma Coast State Beach offers several different unique camping areas, both developed and primitive. They are:

Bodega Dunes—98 developed campsites, showers, flush toilets and water, campfire center and beach access.
Wright Beach—30 developed sites, flush toilets and water, no showers. This area is actually located on the beach.
Pomo Canyon—20 environmental campsites near the Russian River with portable restrooms. Bring your own water.
Willow Creek—11 environmental campsites along the Russian River with portable restrooms. Bring your own water.

Fire: Designated fire pits only—no ground fires during high fire danger.

Water: See above

Wood: See park staff-no wood gathering.

Comments

Warning-Hazardous Surf Area