North Salmon Creek Beach

North Salmon Creek Beach is right off Coast Highway 1 just north of Bodega Bay. A large parking lot is available, but it can fill up in the summer so look for other pull-out parking areas along the highway if necessary.

From the main lot you can walk down short paths to the sand at the mouth of the Salmon River. Surfers are often out in the waves north of the river mouth despite the cold water and the frequency of shark attacks here.

Walking north on the sand leads to narrow rocky beaches along the highway with names such as Miwok and Coleman.

South of the creek mouth you’ll find South Salmon Creek Beach which has a separate parking lot off Bean Avenue (don’t trample the dunes in this vicinity). Walking or wading through the creek is usually possible in the summer months depending on the tide. Behind the beach the lagoon is a wonderful place for birdwatching.

Both Salmon Creek beaches and many others nearby are part of Sonoma Coast State Park (State Beaches).

Address

3095 Highway 1
Bodega Bay, CA 94923

Park Name

Sonoma Coast State Park

Owner

State Park

Pet Details

No dogs allowed on the beach

Fees

Free Parking

Activities

Fishing, Beachcombing, Picnicking, Surfing, Wildlife Watching, Birdwatching, Beach Walking

Amenities

Restrooms, Driftwood, Creek

Links

Surfing Info & Web Cams
Tide Chart
Water Quality
Water Temps