Driving Highway 1 along the Sonoma Coast is an iconic experience, and part of the adventure is discovering Sonoma County's northernmost beaches. Here are some suggestions for exploring the oceanfront trails at Stillwater Cove, The Sea Ranch and Gualala Point Regional Park.
Explore the Bluff Top Trail on Sonoma County’s north coast, a scenic 8-mile round-trip hike linking Walk On Beach at The Sea Ranch to Gualala Point Regional Park. This easy to moderate trail follows windswept coastal bluffs with sweeping ocean views, grassy meadows and shady cypress groves. Parking is free at Walk On Beach and available with a fee or parks membership at Gualala Point. Dogs on leash are welcome.
Seeking a camping experience off the beaten path? Stillwater Cove and Gualala Point regional parks each feature tucked-away campgrounds on Sonoma County's North Coast. Discover rugged beaches, hike scenic trails, explore unique ecosystems and uncover why these parks are favorites for campers in the know.
The western snowy plover is a small shoreline bird that nests at Doran Beach and other Sonoma Coast parks. Due to its declining numbers, the plover has been designated a federally threatened species. Learn how beach visitors can minimize their impacts to plover habitat and support this bird's survival.
Doran Regional Park is one of Sonoma County's most popular summer destinations. If you’re new to Doran Regional Park, or even if you’ve visited for years, you may not realize all there is to do at this popular Bodega Bay beach. Here are some of Sonoma County Regional Parks' top suggestions for summer fun at Doran Beach.
The annual south-to-north Pacific gray whale migration hits its stride along the Sonoma Coast from late winter through spring. Here are some of the regional parks and trails that offer vantage points for whale-watching on Sonoma County's 55-mile coastline.
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