
Bodega Head
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North Coast
01 · The call
Good with cautionWhy now
Spring is green.
Watch out
Nearby wildfire: RUTH (39 miles away)
Plan B
Keep the trip anchored around Bodega Bay with a shorter loop through Bodega Bay and Bodega Head.
Why now
Spring is green.
Watch out
Nearby wildfire: RUTH (39 miles away)
Plan B
Keep the trip anchored around Bodega Bay with a shorter loop through Bodega Bay and Bodega Head.
02 · The story

sonoma bluff guide
Sonoma Coast is a strong weekend answer when the group wants coastal drama without Big Sur logistics.
Photo: David MillerCC BY-SA 3.0Source
sonoma bluff guide
Sonoma Coast is a strong weekend answer when the group wants coastal drama without Big Sur logistics.
Photo: David MillerCC BY-SA 3.0Source
04 · The window
05 · The conditions
Current weather
65F day, 54F night
0% chance of rain
10 mph wind
Nearest towns: Ukiah · San Francisco
Updated Aug 24, 2026, 12:03 PM
06 · On the ground
Road and weather data checked Aug 24, 2026, 12:03 PM
Official alerts
Last checked
Aug 24, 2026, 12:03 PM
RUTH is an active wildfire roughly 39 miles from Sonoma Coast. Current incident context: Napa County, 1 acres.
Next step
Field notes
Surf stays in charge. Strong rip currents, heavy surf, sneaker waves, and sudden ground swells make this a look-from-shore coast for most visitors.
03 · Highlights
Selected stop
Jenner River Mouth
A softer water-and-coast stop that changes the day from pure cliffs to river mouth, harbor seals, and quiet views.
Photo: Joe MabelCC BY-SA 4.0Source
On the water

Russian River mouth
9 kt · gust 12 · W
Goat Rock
9 kt · gust 12 · W
Shell Beach
8 kt · gust 12 · W
Outer swell
3.1 ft @ 10s
On the water
Wind's even along the coast this window — no calm side to pick.

Russian River mouth
9 kt · gust 12 · W
Goat Rock
9 kt · gust 12 · W
Shell Beach
8 kt · gust 12 · W
Outer swell
3.1 ft @ 10s

North Coast
Fort Bragg Coast