The Most Beautiful Natural Places In Bodega Bay CA

Bodega Bay is home to some of the most beautiful places in Northern California. Most of these special destinations are completely natural to the land too, making it even more prodigious. These are the most breathtaking and completely natural places in all of Bodega Bay!

1. Bodega Head

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A nice leisurely hike along Bodega Bay’s coast will bring you to Bodega Head. This spot is where the two edges of the Pacific Ocean and Bodega Bay meet. The headland juts out towards the ocean, making for amazing cliffside views. The Bodega Head is a breathtaking spot to enjoy a coastline picnic.

Bodega Head, Bodega Bay, CA, USA

Bodega Head | © Mitchel Jones/Flickr

2. Doran Beach

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Right in the heart of the beautiful Doran Regional Park is Doran Beach. This wind-filled beach is perfect for winter camping, rugged windsurfing and other family-friendly beach fun. Sit back on the shoreline and marvel at the water lapping up to the fluffy sand or embark on a watersport adventure in the frigid waters.

Doran Beach, 355 Doran Beach Road, Bodega Bay, CA, USA +1 707 875 3540

Cool Cave | © Bill Williams/Flickr

3. Mammoth Rocks

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These spectacular ancient rock formations have a history that goes back thousands of years. Legend goes that the smooth patches on the rocks were made by actual mammoths rubbing against them. Although it’s just local lore, we do know that Mammoth Rocks are definitely remnants from a coastline formation that is long gone. In order to see these natural wonders up close, it’s a pretty level four-mile walk along the cliffside. You may not see any real mammoths up close, but views of the rocks and beyond are absolutely marvelous.

Mammoth Rocks, Goat Rock Beach, CA, USA

5598363385_20e78d4ee4_b Mammoth Rock | © TimesTheyAreAChanging/Flickr

5. Bird Watch Coastal Access Trail

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Bird lovers and watchers will absolutely adore the Bird Watch Coastal Access Trail. This trail has naturally attracted sea birds such as egrets, jays, gulls and more, making it a prime spot for bird lovers. Bring your binoculars and camera to capture these creatures in their natural habitat. It’s a lovely walk along the coastline with breathtaking views of the bay and marsh.

Bird Watch Coastal Access Trail, 355 CA-1, Bodega Bay, CA, USA +1 707 875 3540

Gliding above the waves | © Frank Schulenburg/Flickr

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