Almanac note · Outdoors
Sonoma Coast is a string of beach stops
Sonoma Coast State Park runs from Bodega Bay toward the Russian River, with beaches, coves, headlands, tide pools, camping, and whale watching.
Sonoma Coast works best as a chain of stops, not one single beach. The drive, the headlands, the coves, and the small choices are part of the day.
Sonoma Coast State Park is a series of beaches from Bodega Bay toward the Russian River. Along the way are headlands, natural arches, tide pools, camping, winter whale watching, and several Highway 1 beach stops between Jenner and Bodega Bay.
Pick one or two access points before you leave, especially if you are bringing kids, a picnic, or a dog. Then check fees, passes, bathrooms, camping details, beach rules, and ocean notes. The coast is beautiful, and a little planning makes the visit calmer.
Where to see it
Sonoma Coast State Park between Bodega Bay and the Russian River
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Official sources
Official source trail
Reviewed June 30, 2026
California Porch explains the path. The official source is still the place to confirm the current rule, fee, form, map, deadline, or office decision.
Use the official page before you spend money, file paperwork, rely on a deadline, or change a property.
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