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Explore the Coast

Discover the raw beauty of the Sonoma Coast, right outside your door and just down the road.

On-Site at Driftwood Lodge

You don’t have to leave the property to experience the magic of the coast. Explore our 30-acre estate.
Driftwood Barn

Rustic‑chic event space and game room to spread-out and relax.

Redwood Trail to Creek
A private footpath winding through towering redwoods down to a peaceful year-round creek.
Driftwood Creek
A serene, shaded creek edged with ferns and forest—perfect for moments of quiet reflection.
Kolmer Gulch
Hike the creek (strenuous) to a secluded beach for crashing waves and shell collecting.

Dining & Food Nearby

You don’t have to travel far to experience the flavors of the coast.

  • Fort Ross Store

Historic general store offering local groceries, wine, snacks, and picnic essentials near the fort. Includes a coffee shop and deli as well.
  • Twofish Baking

Charming bakery inside Stewart’s Point Store, famous for fresh pastries, sourdough, breakfast burritos, and calzones. Also with great lunch sandwiches.
  • The Sea Ranch Lodge – Dining Room

Upscale ocean-view restaurant serving seasonal, locally sourced coastal cuisine.
  • Timber Cove Resort - Coast Kitchen

Cliff-side resort near Fort Ross offering a cozy restaurant and bar with dramatic Pacific views.
  • Ocean Cove Bar and Grill

Great views and delicious food overlooking the ocean.
  • River's End Restaurant

Romantic restaurant with views of the Russian River at the Pacific.
  • Cafe Aquatica

Great views, delicious food, and strong coffee on the River.
  • Gualala Restaurants

Vue Kitchen, Upper Crust Pizzeria, Tacqueria Del Sol, Cove Azul Bar & Grill, Trinks Cafe, Miramar Mexican Grill, Gualala Seafood Shack
  • Gold Coast Bakery

Delicious pastries and coffee in the cute down of Duncan’s Mill near Jenner.

Hikes & Parks

Explore state parks, historical reserves, and stunning beaches along the Sonoma Coast.
  • Salt Point State Park

6,000 acres of rugged Sonoma Coast beauty with hiking trails, coastal meadows, and tide pools.
  • Stillwater Cove Regional Park

Redwood grove and gentle beach for families, picnicking, and tranquil walks.
  • Kruse Rhododendron State Natural Reserve

Quiet forested reserve, brilliant with rhododendron blooms in spring.
  • Gualala Point Regional Park

Bluff-top trails with river beach access north of Sea Ranch.
  • Walk-On Beach Coastal Access

Easy coastal path leading to a sandy beach with tide pools and sea stacks.
  • Black Point Beach Access

Secluded cove beneath cliffs, popular for tide pooling and surf vistas.
  • Goat Rock Beach

Scenic shoreline with iconic rock formations, driftwood, and seasonal seal watching.
  • Fort Ross State Historic Park

Restored 19th-century Russian fort with interpretive exhibits and coastal trails.
  • Fort Ross School / Playground

Quaint historic schoolhouse and adjacent kids’ play area near the fort.
  • Jenner Headlands Preserve

Vast 5,630-acre coastal preserve featuring prairie, redwoods, and panoramic ocean-and-river views.

Interactive Area Map

Use our interactive map to explore local hikes, parks, restaurants & stores, points of interest, and our “favorite” activities along the coast.
View Tide Charts and Predictions

Walk the property with our team. See the rooms, the barn, the ocean. Ask every question you have — in person.

Interactive Area Map

Use our interactive map to explore local hikes, parks, restaurants & stores, points of interest, and our “favorite” activities along the coast.
View Tide Charts and Predictions

Check the tides before you head out and time your visit to discover the Sonoma Coast’s incredible tide pools at their best.