Local Experiences
PLACES TO STAY
BODEGA BAY INN
The Bodega Bay Inn is a family run establishment that has been operating since 1983. Located right off the scenic Highway 1 in the heart of Bodega Bay, our family-friendly inn is only a 5-minute walk to the bay and 15 minutes to the breaking waves. We offer guests the convenience of easy access to all of Bodega Bay’s restaurants, art galleries, major attractions, and breathtaking beaches.
THE INN AT THE TIDES
Escape to the most unique and charming of west coast getaways offering rustic yet elegant guest lodges, award-winning restaurants and breathtaking views, all situated on acres of natural surroundings just steps from the Tides Wharf pier.
THE LODGE AT BODEGA BAY
Perched on a bluff on the rugged Sonoma Coast, The Lodge at Bodega Bay is designed for respite. Collect moments of magic and memories, sources of refuge to relax the body and mind, and rekindle the spirit
PLACES TO GO
BODEGA HEAD TRAIL
A massive granite promontory, Bodega Head, which is part of the Sonoma Coast state park, shelters the north and west sides of Bodega Harbor from Pacific Ocean storms. Bodega Head has two trails, which you can hike individually or easily combine into a longer hike.
WHALE WATCHING
Bodega Head peninsula just so happens to be one of the West Coast’s premier whale watching locations. On weekends from January through May, volunteers from the Whale Watch Public Education Program spend time at Bodega Head to help visitors catch a glimpse of the whales as they migrate.
SPUD POINT CRAB COMPANY
Owned by a long-time fishing family, it serves what some locals consider the best chowder and Dungeness crab sandwiches countywide. They provide hot coffee and beverages every morning, along with donuts for the fishermen, locals and visitors.
DORAN REGIONAL PARK
Doran Regional Park features a wide, 2-mile stretch of beach on Bodega Bay and is ideal for walking, picnicking, playing in the sand, flying kites, surfing, and bird-watching. Visitors can also find a rock jetty on the west end of the park that serves as a popular spot for fishing and exploring sea life. Finally, there is a boat launch that provides access to Bodega Harbor and Bodega Bay for sport fishing, kayaking, stand-up paddling, and kite surfing.
WINERIES & BREWERIES TO ENJOY
GOURMET AU BAY
Open since 1995, Gourmet Au Bay is the quintessential Bodega Bay restaurant to experience coastal wood oven cuisine. Wander into their waterfront venue and be welcomed by their warm ambiance, delicious foods, and renowned wines.
SONOMA COAST VINEYARDS
Sonoma Coast Vineyards handcrafts wines from a unique cold-climate growing area west of the Russian River Valley and a mere five miles from the Pacific Ocean. They invite you to learn more about their wines, vineyards, and the Sonoma Coast.