Memorable hike , went up north for work and decided to take a mini hike and came across bodega bay,…read moreI am still mesmerized by the coast guard ships (or so I believe they were) there were so many of them and wish to retire here

This is a short trail that leads down to the beach with beautiful views! There are stairs although…read moreit's an easy walk for those wtih families with older adults or young kids. It's nice to hang out on the beautiful small beach at the end of the trail. Great for those with dogs as well.

gorgeous place with amazing views. It's just absolutely stunning. I love that you can climb on top…read moreon the other side and just go close enough the edges to see everything.

What a massive & beautiful part of the Bodega Bay coast! I have photographed a couple Wedding…read moreelopements here, along with a proposal, and its by far one of my favorite spots in the area!

Was it a long, curvy, bumpy and annoying drive? YES! Was it worth it at the end? ABSOLUTELY!!…read more Just do it! You'll be rewarded with one of the most beautiful, clean, secluded beaches and views to die for. On the way down, we were rewarded with a view of several Elk (see pic). We pulled over and they hung out for several minutes. Really cool! The hike down is fairly easy. We also explored the area to the left (south) through the crevice, although that area, while beautiful, had a smell to it due to the seaweed buildup. Still worth it. We missed out on the tide pools, as we got there too late, but I would imagine the tide pools would be good. Definitely worth a visit and bring a picnic or lunch and stay a while.

I didn't know this place existed! So much wildlife and I didn't even hike. On the worst day of my…read moremonthly cramps I sat in the car waiting for my family and saw more than they even did on the hikes. Bathrooms can be kind of hard to find due to lack of signage and we had a few close calls though so just know where they are if you're traveling with kids or elderly.

It's truly magical out at this point. I find it very meditative to look out at the scenery. Lots of…read morebirds, gulls, just the sound of the ocean. Can see Dillon Beach, Bodega Bay, Tomales Bay, and the abyss of the Pacific Ocean. It's no easy feat to get here, 2-mile hike in then 2-miles back. I think it's worth it but it's not for someone that wants a short easy viewpoint.

Tomales point is beautiful. The trail to get there is fantastic. read up on the geology of Tomales…read morepoint and you'll love it even more. It's all about tonalite.

We parked along the road to avoid fees. Not sure what amenities were at the parking lot. A few…read moresteep parts but not much of bad. It's the end of Feb so a considerable amount of water run off for some muddy spots but also not too bad. There were some great views along the way. Lots of beautiful trees of course. Wildflowers and some banana slugs. A few colorful mushrooms and heard lots of birds. Made it to the West Pole peak- watch out for the cow patties - incredible view of the Russian River and on this clear day we could see out to the ocean!

Monte Rio park has been on my list to check out since it newly opened…read more However, there wasn't much to see here. There is NO parking lot and you have to park along side the road. While I was unloading 3 dogs out of my truck, cars were zipping by us at 45-55mph or they had to jump out into poison oak on passenger side. NO BATHROOMS So ya better bring a bucket. I took the trail along the creek and I felt like I was walking through people's backyards and now understand why the home owners are upset about this park. I crossed the street to check out the other trails hoping it would be better. It wasn't and my option was to go straight up on a very narrow trail rittled with poison oak. It just wasn't worth it. So I took the dogs to the beach instead. Nothing here to write home about. No need to come back.

How much more beautiful can this state be? I swear there's like a hidden treasure in every part…read morethat I seem to visit. And, the Tomales Bluffs are absolutely NO exception to this. Tucked away at the end of the Tomales Bay Trail lay the most enchanting and ferocious bluffs beneath the mountain side. The views from the top of the mountain are gorgeous, but the view from the bottom of the mountain are even more spectacular. You will have to embark on a 4.7 mile hike just to get there. But believe me when I say that it's completely worth the 9.5 mile hike that you'll have to endure. The hike to the bluffs is a beauty in itself, but the real rewards is getting down to that gorgeous ocean. It'll feel like you're in another world. All you'll be able to do is look... and enjoy. Enjoy all the beauty that will surround you, from the steep mountainous cliffs to the shallow waters that hug the coastline. Watching the waves crashing against the rocks was almost numbing for me. It provided the greatest sensation after hiking almost 5 miles to get there. So many birds, so many waves, and so many incredible views. The wind on my face felt so wonderful. Pack a lunch and some water when you go so that you can enjoy your lunch with a glorious view. It would only makes sense to savor as much of this moment as possible while you're there. If you're heading to Tomales Bay and have some extra time to spend, I would highly recommend the hike to the Tomales Bluffs. It's an experience that you'll be sure to never forget.

Simply beautiful. The hike is relatively flat though you might traverse over 600 ft of elevation…read morechange along the way on this 4.7 mile (one way) trail. But it's not as easy because of the sand (where did that come from, seriously?) stretch along the way that makes it that much harder to walk through. I saw some folks on horseback so if you got the quadrupeds, bring them along!

It is quiet and serene here at this state park! The historical buildings offer good information and…read morehistory to understand that glimpse in time wow this dates back to the 1800s Short walk to the beach which is a real treat too Visitor center in front is great and very neat Pay for parking before you step away! Or Pay at visitor center

A very cool historical landmark with breathtaking views. We did the self guided tour and others…read morewere enjoying a picnic. It was a really nice stop or first time through Jenner. I had no idea about the area's Russian history. I hope they don't try to come back for it!

Fantastic access to lots of public beaches! We visited in June and enjoyed some time on the beach…read moreand driving along the well-maintained cliff roads throughout Sonoma Coast State Beach. While these beaches are not recommended as swim or surf spots due to the massive ocean swells found here, this is a gorgeous place to relax and gain free access to the Pacific Ocean. We enjoyed our time here walking about, lounging on the sand, watching the sea lion nursery, and observing the local lifeguard camp go about their training. Lots of space for any beach activities you might want to do, free parking, and clean restrooms. We saw lots of park rangers patrolling the area as well. Great beach access if you are hanging out in the Sonoma Coast area.

This is a beautiful stretch of beach that runs through Jenner and the towns in either side…read more Along the way there are several places to pull out. One is Salmon Beach. It's a beautiful beach with plenty of flat sand. There is ample parking and a bathroom Close to Bodega Bay.