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Sonoma Coast State Beach

168 Reviews

#4 of 115 things to do in Sonoma

Beaches, Nature & Parks, Outdoor Activities

Sonoma, CA

+1 707-875-3483

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“Stunning views ”

My friend and I drove along the coast and through the state park on a recent trip down to point... read more

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

ags35

Carmel, Indiana

via mobile

“go get that ocean time”

should be state beaches (plural) 'cause the the state park is sixteen miles of coastline. there's a... read more

Reviewed 8 March 2018

OldMiquel

Washington

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A state park and beach recommended for fishing, walking and picnicking.

4.5

168 reviews

Excellent76%
Very good20%
Average2%
Poor1%
Terrible1%

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Sonoma, CA

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+1 707-875-3483

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ags35

Carmel, Indiana

18948

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Stunning views

My friend and I drove along the coast and through the state park on a recent trip down to point Reyes. We couldn’t stop staring at all of the beautiful vistas! There is a variety of different types of beaches, some more friendly for walking...More

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OldMiquel

Washington

6924

Reviewed 8 March 2018

go get that ocean time

should be state beaches (plural) 'cause the the state park is sixteen miles of coastline. there's a variety from sand to rocky ... wise to plan ahead* ... traffic can be a hassle during peak season ... the reward comes when free of the car...More

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CTBCalifornia

Groveland, California

307260

Reviewed 3 January 2018

Great Camping right at the Beach but Close to the Road on Incredible Coastal Area

Wright's beach campground is small, and it is on the reservation system, so plan far ahead or hope for a cancellation. There are about 10 sites that back right onto the beach, the rest are just steps away but may not have a view. It...More

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JeannineH-M

Walpole, Massachusetts

12969

Reviewed 2 October 2017

Horseback riding on beach

This was a beautiful way to see the beach and dunes by horse. Besides my guide and myself no one was onlur end of beach. It is rugged nature at its best with mountains in distance. There was driftwood all over beach which people used...More

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Ryan F

Rockville, MD

2919

Reviewed 25 September 2017

Endless amazingness

I guess it technically does end at some point, but I never saw it. Just cool beach after cool town after cool rock formation. Such an inviting locale. It even rained the day were did the coast and we both still loved it. Can't imagine...More

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bdruss

1212

Reviewed 13 September 2017

Portuguese Beach = Family Fun

We spent a day at Portuguese Beach over Labor Day Weekend. The beach is perfect - huge, nice sand, and plenty of surf. The parking lot got filled up pretty quickly after 10 am. We got there around 9am so it was no problem.

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Bookistan5

Brooklyn, New York

345116

Reviewed 4 September 2017

Gorgeous dramatic vistas

This was a beautiful drive with gorgeous views of cliffs and ocean. You'll be able to pull over to see small coves as well as larger expanses of beach. Not so much a bathing beach for me - too cool and windy - but beautiful...More

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jer b

Bristol, Connecticut

793193

Reviewed 16 August 2017

Spectacular vistas

This is a bit of a trip from Sonoma or Napa, but well worth it. Drive to Bodega Bay and pick up a map at the information booth. The staff will fill you in as to where the sea lions and seals hang out, where...More

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Jay1012013

Berlin, New Jersey

15492

Reviewed 11 August 2017

A beautiful drive!

If you are heading to Sonoma and/or Napa Valley and have the time you will definitely want to take a ride to the Pacific coast. The Pacific here is nothing at all like the Southern California coast. Up here it is more cliff like with...More

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Daniel A

Beijing, China

21851012

Reviewed 30 July 2017

Picturesque Coast

I went to school in Sonoma and never came to the Sonoma coast. That is such a pity because I didn’t know how it is so amazing. In fact, I’d dare say the Sonoma Coast is perhaps the mosgt amazing stretch of coast in California....More