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Food scene
20-min north of Gualala on coast highway.
DINNER ONLY
Chef Aaron Peters works with local farmers and ranchers to create local, seasonal, Mendocino country cuisine.
Dogs not allowed.
194-A Main Street, Point Arena, CA 95468
707-882-1600
32 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Bird Cafe
190 Main St20-min north of Gualala on coast highway.
DINNER ONLY
Chef Aaron Peters works with local farmers and ranchers to create local, seasonal, Mendocino country cuisine.
Dogs not allowed.
194-A Main Street, Point Arena, CA 95468
707-882-1600
25-min north of Gualala on coast highway.
BREAKFAST & LUNCH + FRIDAY DINNER NIGHT
Large fresh made dishes with local ingredients.
Dogs not allowed.
22900 Shoreline Hwy, Point Arena, CA 95468
AT JUNCTION OF THE POINT ARENA LIGHT HOUSE AND MUSEUM
707-882-2077
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Rollerville Cafe
22900 Shoreline Hwy25-min north of Gualala on coast highway.
BREAKFAST & LUNCH + FRIDAY DINNER NIGHT
Large fresh made dishes with local ingredients.
Dogs not allowed.
22900 Shoreline Hwy, Point Arena, CA 95468
AT JUNCTION OF THE POINT ARENA LIGHT HOUSE AND MUSEUM
707-882-2077
30-min north of Gualala on coast highway.
BREAKFAST & LUNCH - CLOSED TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY
Wonderful little local breakfast place. Great food!
Dogs are allowed in their outdoor eating area.
6061 S, CA-1, Elk, CA 95432
707-877-3285
19 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Queenie's Roadhouse Cafe
6061 CA-130-min north of Gualala on coast highway.
BREAKFAST & LUNCH - CLOSED TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY
Wonderful little local breakfast place. Great food!
Dogs are allowed in their outdoor eating area.
6061 S, CA-1, Elk, CA 95432
707-877-3285
15-min south of Gualala on coast highway.
BREAKFAST & LUNCH + FRIDAY PIZZA NIGHTS 5:00-8:00pm
CLOSED TUESDAYS
A delicious destination - bakery - market - eatery (great sandwiches). Wonderful hand made goodies and fresh bread each day. The best sticky buns and biscuits!
Dogs are allowed in their small outside eating area.
32000 S, CA-1, Stewarts Point, CA 95480
707-785-2011
31 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Twofish Baking
32000 CA-115-min south of Gualala on coast highway.
BREAKFAST & LUNCH + FRIDAY PIZZA NIGHTS 5:00-8:00pm
CLOSED TUESDAYS
A delicious destination - bakery - market - eatery (great sandwiches). Wonderful hand made goodies and fresh bread each day. The best sticky buns and biscuits!
Dogs are allowed in their small outside eating area.
32000 S, CA-1, Stewarts Point, CA 95480
707-785-2011
20-min north of Gualala on coast highway.
FABULOUS TAKEOUT FRENCH BAKERY / CAFE - CLOSED MONDAY & TUESDAY
Everything made here is absolutely wonderful - breakfast sweet or savory options, cakes, cookies, small pizzas, frittatas and much more! A MUST TRY! FRIDAY is DONUT DAY & is the most unique donuts ever - different each time. Go to their FB page on Thursday to see preview!
They sell out fast!
213 Main Street, Point Arena, CA 95468
707-882-2500
42 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Franny's Cup & Saucer
213 Main St20-min north of Gualala on coast highway.
FABULOUS TAKEOUT FRENCH BAKERY / CAFE - CLOSED MONDAY & TUESDAY
Everything made here is absolutely wonderful - breakfast sweet or savory options, cakes, cookies, small pizzas, frittatas and much more! A MUST TRY! FRIDAY is DONUT DAY & is the most unique donuts ever - different each time. Go to their FB page on Thursday to see preview!
They sell out fast!
213 Main Street, Point Arena, CA 95468
707-882-2500
1-mile north on coast highway.
DINNER ONLY
Just a few miles north of town, this is a great historical and rustic place to enjoy a well prepared meal. Rosemary, the chef, is known for her wild mushroom dishes. The atmosphere is very unique. We personally enjoy eating in the bar & lounge area, which is first-come first-serve. But for a more formal dining experience, make a reservation in their main dining room. Try their famous Basil or Cucumber Martinis - super yummy!
Oh, and they allow well-behaved dogs in their bar dining area.
36601 S, CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
707-884-3303
47 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
St. Orres
36601 CA-11-mile north on coast highway.
DINNER ONLY
Just a few miles north of town, this is a great historical and rustic place to enjoy a well prepared meal. Rosemary, the chef, is known for her wild mushroom dishes. The atmosphere is very unique. We personally enjoy eating in the bar & lounge area, which is first-come first-serve. But for a more formal dining experience, make a reservation in their main dining room. Try their famous Basil or Cucumber Martinis - super yummy!
Oh, and they allow well-behaved dogs in their bar dining area.
36601 S, CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
707-884-3303
North end downtown behind Jrs Home & Auto.
Everyone is raving about the food here. We haven’t been yet, but hear nothing but great things. Extremely casual.
38820 S, CA-1 Unit 104, Gualala, CA 95445
707-884-9511
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Gualala Seafood Shack
California 1North end downtown behind Jrs Home & Auto.
Everyone is raving about the food here. We haven’t been yet, but hear nothing but great things. Extremely casual.
38820 S, CA-1 Unit 104, Gualala, CA 95445
707-884-9511
Gualala central (on coast highway).
DINNER ONLY
New American food. Front bar area with fireplace. Outdoor deck seating. Dining room with ocean views. Great cocktails and good selection.
Dogs not allowed.
39300 S, CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
707-884-9180
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Vue Kitchen
39300 CA-1Gualala central (on coast highway).
DINNER ONLY
New American food. Front bar area with fireplace. Outdoor deck seating. Dining room with ocean views. Great cocktails and good selection.
Dogs not allowed.
39300 S, CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
707-884-9180
Gualala central (on coast highway).
BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER (NOTE: dinner only on Wednesday)
Fresh organic made foods and coffee shop. Great local bakery. They allow dogs in their outdoor seating area.
39140 S, CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
707-884-1713
58 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Trinks Cafe
39140 CA-1Gualala central (on coast highway).
BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER (NOTE: dinner only on Wednesday)
Fresh organic made foods and coffee shop. Great local bakery. They allow dogs in their outdoor seating area.
39140 S, CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
707-884-1713
Jenner (40-min south of Gualala on coast highway).
BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
A coastal wine country concept restaurant. Front bar area with fireplace and great room. Outdoor deck seating. Dining room with ocean views. Great cocktails and good selection.
Call to see if dogs are allowed in their outdoor eating area.
21780 North Coast Highway 1, Jenner, CA 95450
707-847-3231
27 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Timber Cove Resort
21780 North Coast Highway 1Jenner (40-min south of Gualala on coast highway).
BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
A coastal wine country concept restaurant. Front bar area with fireplace and great room. Outdoor deck seating. Dining room with ocean views. Great cocktails and good selection.
Call to see if dogs are allowed in their outdoor eating area.
21780 North Coast Highway 1, Jenner, CA 95450
707-847-3231
Anchor Bay (7-min north of Gualala on coast highway).
LUNCH & DINNER - CLOSED MONDAYS
For a good selection of Thai food with nice dinner setting.
Dogs not allowed.
35517 S, CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
707-884-4141
56 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Anchor Bay Thai Kitchen
35517 CA-1Anchor Bay (7-min north of Gualala on coast highway).
LUNCH & DINNER - CLOSED MONDAYS
For a good selection of Thai food with nice dinner setting.
Dogs not allowed.
35517 S, CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
707-884-4141
Food Shopping
Gualala Central (the coast highway).
OPEN 7:30am - 8:00pm (7-days a week)
This market has more gourmet foods available, with a great selection of meats, fish, spirits & wines. They support many of the local suppliers in the area and have a good selection of gluten free & dairy free products.
707-884-4184
52 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Surf Market
39250 CA-1Gualala Central (the coast highway).
OPEN 7:30am - 8:00pm (7-days a week)
This market has more gourmet foods available, with a great selection of meats, fish, spirits & wines. They support many of the local suppliers in the area and have a good selection of gluten free & dairy free products.
707-884-4184
Gualala central in shopping center across from SURF Market.
OPEN 7:00am-8:00pm (7-days a week)
This market is nestled in behind Red Stella and the Gualala Hotel. They have a pretty good selection of all foods.
707-884-1205
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Gualala Supermarket
39225 CA-1Gualala central in shopping center across from SURF Market.
OPEN 7:00am-8:00pm (7-days a week)
This market is nestled in behind Red Stella and the Gualala Hotel. They have a pretty good selection of all foods.
707-884-1205
Anchor Bay (6-miles north on the coast highway).
OPEN 8:00am - 7:00pm (Monday-Saturday) & 8:00am - 6:00pm (Sunday)
This market is a much smaller market, but has all the essentials and often carries unique products from local producers. They do have a very good selection of vegan, vegetarian, gluten and dairy free products.
707-884-4245
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Anchor Bay Store-Village Market
35513 CA-1Anchor Bay (6-miles north on the coast highway).
OPEN 8:00am - 7:00pm (Monday-Saturday) & 8:00am - 6:00pm (Sunday)
This market is a much smaller market, but has all the essentials and often carries unique products from local producers. They do have a very good selection of vegan, vegetarian, gluten and dairy free products.
707-884-4245
14-miles north on the coast highway.
OPEN 7:00am - 7:00pm (Monday-Saturday) & 8:00am - 6:00pm (Sunday)
This market is a smaller market as well with a little cafe in the front section. They do have a very good selection of locally made products, with gluten and dairy free products.
707-882-3663
15 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Arena Market & Cafe
185 Main St14-miles north on the coast highway.
OPEN 7:00am - 7:00pm (Monday-Saturday) & 8:00am - 6:00pm (Sunday)
This market is a smaller market as well with a little cafe in the front section. They do have a very good selection of locally made products, with gluten and dairy free products.
707-882-3663
Sightseeing
25-min north of Gualala.
Recommend: check to see if reservations are needed.
www.pointarenalighthouse.com
707-882-2809
74 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Point Arena Lighthouse and Museum
45500 Lighthouse Rd25-min north of Gualala.
Recommend: check to see if reservations are needed.
www.pointarenalighthouse.com
707-882-2809
20-min north of Gualala in Point Arena.
A private preserve breeding and preservation of African hoof stock (zebra, giraffe and more!). You get to ride in an african safari vehicle through the grounds and get out to interact with some of the animals.
RESERVATION REQUIRED
www.bbryantpreserve.com
707-882-2297
44 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
B Bryan Preserve
130 Riverside Dr20-min north of Gualala in Point Arena.
A private preserve breeding and preservation of African hoof stock (zebra, giraffe and more!). You get to ride in an african safari vehicle through the grounds and get out to interact with some of the animals.
RESERVATION REQUIRED
www.bbryantpreserve.com
707-882-2297
25-min north of Gualala.
A wonderful way to see our beautiful coastline on a walking trail open to the public - FREE!
www.blm.gov
46 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Tierras públicas de Point Arena-Stornetta
25-min north of Gualala.
A wonderful way to see our beautiful coastline on a walking trail open to the public - FREE!
www.blm.gov
15-min north of Gualala with short trail hike in.
Go online to find location to this wonder at Schooner Gulch State Beach. There are large round boulders in just this section of coastline only seen during low tide!
www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=446
707-937-5804
43 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bowling Ball Beach
15-min north of Gualala with short trail hike in.
Go online to find location to this wonder at Schooner Gulch State Beach. There are large round boulders in just this section of coastline only seen during low tide!
www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=446
707-937-5804
2.9 miles of trails.
Regional park on Gualala point at the mouth of the Gualala River in Sonoma County. It is 103-acre park. Dogs are allowed on leash. Includes Accessible areas, beaches, biking, birding, camping, fishing, Hiking & Walking trails, Paddling & picnic areas.
42401 S, CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445 (Milepost 58.50)
http://parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov/Visit/Gualala-Point-Regional-Park/
707-565-2267
46 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Gualala Point Regional Park
California 12.9 miles of trails.
Regional park on Gualala point at the mouth of the Gualala River in Sonoma County. It is 103-acre park. Dogs are allowed on leash. Includes Accessible areas, beaches, biking, birding, camping, fishing, Hiking & Walking trails, Paddling & picnic areas.
42401 S, CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445 (Milepost 58.50)
http://parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov/Visit/Gualala-Point-Regional-Park/
707-565-2267
.5 mile of trail.
Provides spectacular estuary and ocean vistas paralleling the bluff edge as it winds west of he Gualala commercial district. Trail runs North - South behind the SeaCliff Commercial Center. Formal access is market at monument signs posted at the Shoreline Restaurant and teh Surf Motel at HWY 1 mile markers .6 and .7 just north of the bridge.
39300 S, CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
http://parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov/Visit/Gualala-Point-Regional-Park/
707-884-4426
Bluff Trailhead at Gualala Point
42400 Leeward Road.5 mile of trail.
Provides spectacular estuary and ocean vistas paralleling the bluff edge as it winds west of he Gualala commercial district. Trail runs North - South behind the SeaCliff Commercial Center. Formal access is market at monument signs posted at the Shoreline Restaurant and teh Surf Motel at HWY 1 mile markers .6 and .7 just north of the bridge.
39300 S, CA-1, Gualala, CA 95445
http://parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov/Visit/Gualala-Point-Regional-Park/
707-884-4426
Relax amidst the cool magnificent redwoods, explore miles of beaches, walk your dog along the river, or float lazily 1-mile down the Gualala River to the sea. Includes camping sites.
46001 Gualala Road, Gualala, CA 95445
www.gualalapark.com
707-884-3533
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Gualala River Redwood Park
46001 Gualala RdRelax amidst the cool magnificent redwoods, explore miles of beaches, walk your dog along the river, or float lazily 1-mile down the Gualala River to the sea. Includes camping sites.
46001 Gualala Road, Gualala, CA 95445
www.gualalapark.com
707-884-3533
7-min north of Gualala center.
PERFECT DOG (OFF LEACH) RUNNING BEACH
www.californiabeaches.com/beach/cooks-beach
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cooks Beach
7-min north of Gualala center.
PERFECT DOG (OFF LEACH) RUNNING BEACH
www.californiabeaches.com/beach/cooks-beach
7-min south of Gualala center.
A non-denominational sanctuary for prayer, meditation and spiritual renewal. James Hubbell, artist and architectural designer is the creative genius behind this work. A MUST SEE!
www.thesearanchchapel.org
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sea Ranch Chapel
40033 California 17-min south of Gualala center.
A non-denominational sanctuary for prayer, meditation and spiritual renewal. James Hubbell, artist and architectural designer is the creative genius behind this work. A MUST SEE!
www.thesearanchchapel.org
1-mile from house north on Old Stage Road.
Great place for kids & dog walking. There are several features: Playground, public tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball field and frisbee golf course.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bower Park
38040 Old Stage Rd1-mile from house north on Old Stage Road.
Great place for kids & dog walking. There are several features: Playground, public tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball field and frisbee golf course.
GOLF
3-miles south of Gualala on coast highway.
North Sea Ranch - OPEN to public
The Sea Ranch Golf Links remains one of the most highly regarded golf experiences in California and unique on the north coast.
42000 S, CA-1, Sea Ranch, CA 95497
www.searanchgolf.com
707-785-2468
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sea Ranch Golf Links
42000 CA-13-miles south of Gualala on coast highway.
North Sea Ranch - OPEN to public
The Sea Ranch Golf Links remains one of the most highly regarded golf experiences in California and unique on the north coast.
42000 S, CA-1, Sea Ranch, CA 95497
www.searanchgolf.com
707-785-2468
Canoe & Kayak
Kayaks & Canoes
River boating company with tours or just rent and self guide.
www.adventurerents.com
707-884-4386
15 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Adventure Rents
Mill Bend RdKayaks & Canoes
River boating company with tours or just rent and self guide.
www.adventurerents.com
707-884-4386
Surfing
SURFING
Shoreline Hwy and CR-526
Gualala, CA 95445
Cooks Beach is a beautiful sandy beach in a rock-walled cove just north of Gualala. The waves roll into the cove and crash on the smooth sandy beach sometimes pushing driftwood on shore. The beach is accessed via the Bonham Trail which was set up in the early 2000’s through an easement. There is a viewing platform above the beach and a safe graded trail from the street shoulder parking along County Road 526. Unfortunately there is only room for a few cars.
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cooks Beach
SURFING
Shoreline Hwy and CR-526
Gualala, CA 95445
Cooks Beach is a beautiful sandy beach in a rock-walled cove just north of Gualala. The waves roll into the cove and crash on the smooth sandy beach sometimes pushing driftwood on shore. The beach is accessed via the Bonham Trail which was set up in the early 2000’s through an easement. There is a viewing platform above the beach and a safe graded trail from the street shoulder parking along County Road 526. Unfortunately there is only room for a few cars.
SURFING
60 Sea Walk Dr
Sea Ranch, CA 95497
Black Point Beach is a public beach located in the Sea Ranch community. This wide cove is just north of Black Point Landing in the south part of Sea Ranch. The dark sand beach is backed by steep rocky cliffs that wrap the length of it. The parking lot for the beach is on the west side of Highway 1 just north of the entrance to the lodge. Toilets are provided at parking. A 1/4 mile long access trail cuts across the open meadow and ends at the edge of a cliff where a huge staircase with safe passage to the beach.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Black Point Beach Access
SURFING
60 Sea Walk Dr
Sea Ranch, CA 95497
Black Point Beach is a public beach located in the Sea Ranch community. This wide cove is just north of Black Point Landing in the south part of Sea Ranch. The dark sand beach is backed by steep rocky cliffs that wrap the length of it. The parking lot for the beach is on the west side of Highway 1 just north of the entrance to the lodge. Toilets are provided at parking. A 1/4 mile long access trail cuts across the open meadow and ends at the edge of a cliff where a huge staircase with safe passage to the beach.
Has surf gear to rent.
707-884-4247
39225 S, CA-1 Suite E,
Gualala, CA 95445
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Gualala Supermarket
39225 CA-1Has surf gear to rent.
707-884-4247
39225 S, CA-1 Suite E,
Gualala, CA 95445
Frisbee Golf
Great location for frisbee golf with course. This park has a pond, tennis and basketball courts, baseball field, trails, picnic areas with BBQs, kids play area and more. Fun place for the whole family.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bower Park
38040 Old Stage RdGreat location for frisbee golf with course. This park has a pond, tennis and basketball courts, baseball field, trails, picnic areas with BBQs, kids play area and more. Fun place for the whole family.