Russian Gulch

Russian Gulch is a pebbly beach in a deep cove where Russian Gulch Creek flows into the Pacific north of Jenner. It has high rocky headlands towering over both sides of the cove. The parking lot is just north of the Highway 1 bridge over Russian Gulch. There is a hiking trail that takes you down to the creek bed and one that takes you straight out to the beach. The creek has intermittent flows so sometimes it will flow through the sand and sometimes it will pool up and stagnate on the beach. This beach is part of the Sonoma Coast State Park State Beaches system. The cove at Russian Gulch has a strong rip current so don’t swim here or you risk being swept out to sea.

Address

Highway 1
Jenner, CA 95450

Park Name

Sonoma Coast State Park

Owner

State Park

Pet Details

Dogs allowed on leash

Fees

Free parking

Activities

Beach Exploration

Amenities

Restrooms, Picnic Table, Toilet

Links

Surfing Info & Web Cams
Water Temps
Tide Chart