Enjoy spectacular scenery while hiking the coast and camping among the redwoods
With its sandy beaches, rugged headlands and miles of trails, picturesque Sonoma Coast State Park offers a bounty of recreational opportunities for everyone.
ACTIVITIES: Hiking, camping, boating, fishing, tidepooling, horseback riding, picnicking. Explore the long, sandy beaches and respectfully observe the fascinating life in the tidepools. Watch the harbor seals and enjoy a picnic at Goat Rock—remember to look for migrating gray whales, too. Hike along the bluffs and inland to see the variety of plant communities that make up this scenic landscape, including coast redwood forest. Though beautiful, the surf can be treacherous here—keep a safe distance from the ocean and stay on the "high and dry" sand here.
ACCESSIBLE FEATURES: Some campsites, restrooms, picnic areas, Vista Trail, Kortum Trail and Bodega Head Nature Trail.
DOGS: Not allowed on trails or dirt roads. Prohibited on certain beaches to protect the snowy plover. On leash elsewhere. In tent or vehicle at night.
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Amenities & Fees
$8.00 entry fee per vehicle. $7.00 entry fee per vehicle for seniors. Camping and Lodging: Reservations can be made online at ReserveCalifornia.com or by calling the toll free telephone number at 1-800-444-PARK.
What To Pack
- Safety: We want visitors to enjoy their experience safely. Simple actions can positively increase your outdoor experience. Such actions include taking water and snacks along with you, staying on designated trails, taking breaks, and letting people know where you are going and approximately what time you're coming back. For more outdoor safety tips, please visit www.parks.ca.gov/SafetyTips (external link).
- What To Bring: Layers of clothing. In the rainy season, pack warm hats, scarves, mittens and plenty of thick, fast-drying socks. And don't forget the raincoats and rain pants. Water, snacks a field guide, binoculars.
Additional Information
Visit Sonoma Coast State Park (external link). Check out the park brochure (external link) for a trail map and more helpful information.
