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Sonoma Coast State Park

California (Northern) · CA State Park · Beach · Open to all

Sonoma Coast State Park
GrillingPropaneNone for provided facilities; camping via…
On the waterSwimming · Beach · Boat launch
Things to doHiking · Biking · Horse trails+2 more
AccessOpen to allOpen to all; day-use/parking fee. Fire rules vary…

About this place

Bodega Dunes and Wright's Beach sites each have a fire ring with a grill.

Good to know

SwimmingVaries NOT FOR SWIMMING. Strong rip currents, heavy surf and sudden ground swells make surf play dangerous.
FishingNo Fishing allowed at certain locations. Fishing not allowed from the north side of the south parking lot to Muniz Ranch at Goat Rock due to marine conservation area. Shell Beach is a prime fishing spot; Rock fishing and surf fishing are popular at Portuguese Beach and Schoolhouse Beach.
DogsLeash Dogs allowed on specified beaches: Marshall Gulch, Carmet Beach, Schoolhouse Beach, Portuguese Beach, Duncan's Cover, Wright's Beach, Furlong Gulch, Shell Beach, Blind Beach, Russian Gulch. Dogs not allowed in Pomo Canyon and Willow Creek environmental campgrounds. Dogs not allowed on Goat Rock Beach; allowed on Blind Beach (must remain on leash). Dogs not allowed on north or south Salmon Creek Beaches. No dogs allowed on Bodega Dunes or beaches. Leashed dogs allowed in Bodega Dunes campground.

What's here

Picnic tables
Restrooms
Parking
Shower
Camping
Hiking
Biking
Horse trails
Beach
Boat launch
Nature center

Location

Sonoma Coast State Park
RegionCalifornia (Northern)
Coordinates38.3500° N, 123.0680° W
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Common questions

Can you grill at Sonoma Coast State Park?

Yes — propane grilling is allowed at Sonoma Coast State Park; charcoal is not confirmed. None for provided facilities; camping via ReserveCalifornia. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.

Do you need a permit or reservation?

None for provided facilities; camping via ReserveCalifornia.

Can you swim at Sonoma Coast State Park?

NOT FOR SWIMMING. Strong rip currents, heavy surf and sudden ground swells make surf play dangerous.

Are dogs allowed?

Dogs allowed on specified beaches: Marshall Gulch, Carmet Beach, Schoolhouse Beach, Portuguese Beach, Duncan's Cover, Wright's Beach, Furlong Gulch, Shell Beach, Blind Beach, Russian Gulch. Dogs not allowed in Pomo Canyon and Willow Creek environmental campgrounds. Dogs not allowed on Goat Rock Beach; allowed on Blind Beach (must remain on leash). Dogs not allowed on north or south Salmon Creek Beaches. No dogs allowed on Bodega Dunes or beaches. Leashed dogs allowed in Bodega Dunes campground.

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