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Overview
Located a few miles north of the town of Bodega Bay in Sonoma County, North Salmon Creek Beach is a large beach that is situated beneath steep coastal bluffs and is a part of a state park known as Sonoma Coast State Park. North Salmon Creek Beach has both rocky and sandy parts. The beach is located north of the point where Salmon Creek meets the Pacific Ocean. Salmon Creek Beach stretches north from Salmon Creek to Miwok Beach.
Amenities
North Salmon Creek Beach does not have lifeguards or any other amenities except restrooms.
Activities
North Salmon Creek Beach offers many fun activities including surfing, kayaking, canoeing, sunbathing, picnicking, beachcombing, tide pooling, fishing, wildlife watching, skimboarding, boating, and surf-skiing. The southern part of North Salmon Creek Beach is a famous surfing spot due to consistent and fun surfing waves, especially during summers. However, if you are planning to go into the water near North Salmon Creek Beach, we recommend being c water near the beach is known for extremely dangerous rip currents, very cold temperatures, and strong waves – and great white shark attacks have also been reported here. The water near North Salmon Creek Beach is home to many animals including seals, sea lions, dolphins, and migrating grey whales (between December and April). In addition, North Salmon Creek Beach is also a popular bird-watching spot; many migratory birds winter in and around the beach including sandpipers and tundra swans. Parts of the beach are also a nesting spot for the rare snowy plover, which is listed as endangered under the 1973 federal Endangered Species Act. Another popular activity here is fishing - depending on the time of the year, you can catch a large array of fish here including halibut, lingcod, weakfish, rockfish, and salmon.
Parking
Getting to North Salmon Creek Beach is easy - the access trail to the beach is located near 3095 Pacific Coast Highway, where there is also a large free parking lot. However, we recommend visiting early especially during summers as this parking lot can fill up easily.
Attractions
There are many attractions near North Salmon Creek Beach. Bodega Head is a rocky headland that has walking trails that offer an interesting insight into the topography and biodiversity of Bodega Bay and northern California. The Children’s Bell Tower is a monument erected in memory of a seven-year-old Bodega Bay resident Nicholas Green whose parents’ decision to donate his organs after his death in Italy played a crucial role in generating awareness about organ donation there. In addition, the monument features bells donated by many Italian schools, ships, mines, and churches, and the main bell in the monument was blessed by Pope John Paul II. If you are looking for another attraction near North Salmon Creek Beach, The Ren Brown Collection is an art gallery that displays mesmerizing Asian-Californian artworks and has a koi pond, a Japanese garden, tea house, a stone garden, and a bamboo grove occasionally open for public viewing.
Restaurants
If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near North Salmon Creek Beach. Lucas Wharf Restaurant & Bar is an upscale restaurant that offers a pleasant oceanfront dining experience and serves delicious seafood including grilled oysters, crab cakes, and seafood sandwiches. Spud Point Crab Company offers excellent seafood dishes and is famous for its crab sandwiches and clam chowder – and the restaurant was also awarded Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice award in 2020. If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant near North Salmon Creek Beach, the modestly priced Ginocchio’s Kitchen offers excellent lunch and breakfast dishes including burritos, brisket hash, sandwiches, eggs, and monkey bread.
Hotels
If you are looking for a hotel near North Salmon Creek Beach, there are many great nearby options. The 4-Star Bodega Bay Lodge offers many amenities including a restaurant, complimentary coffee and evening wine tasting sessions, a lounge with a fire pit, a fitness center, a spa, a pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. A more affordable hotel is the 3-Star Bodega Coast Inn & Suites offers many amenities including complimentary breakfast and a hot tub. If you are looking for another good and affordable hotel near North Salmon Creek Beach, the modestly priced 2-Star Bodega Harbor Inn offers many amenities including a lawn with ocean views, picnic tables, barbecue area, lounge chairs, and seasonal complimentary continental breakfast.
Basic Details
(707) 875-3483
386 meters
Restroom Available
Sunrise - Sunset
Beige
Parking Available
All Amenities at North Salmon Creek Beach
Amenities
Restrooms
Activities
Fishing
Hiking
Surfing
Rentals
Bikes
Windsurfing
Food
Access
Car Access
Foot Access
Parking - Free
Public Bus Stop
Features
North Salmon Creek Beach - Beach Map
Top Traveler Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Surf through our FAQs to help you find your perfect beach!
Does North Salmon Creek Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?
Yes, this Beach provides free parking at the entrance, although spaces are limited. Visitors can also find street parking nearby for easy access to the beach.
Does North Salmon Creek Beach have lifeguards?
No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.
Is North Salmon Creek Beach a family-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.
Is North Salmon Creek Beach good for swimming?
No, this Beach is not generally considered a good swimming beach.
Does North Salmon Creek Beach have restrooms?
Yes, Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at this Beach.
Is North Salmon Creek Beach a nude beach?
No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.
Is there food near North Salmon Creek Beach?
No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.
What are the activities at North Salmon Creek Beach?
Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Fishing, Hiking, Surfing.
Does North Salmon Creek Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?
No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.
Is North Salmon Creek Beach a dog-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not dog-friendly.
Is North Salmon Creek Beach good for surfing?
Yes, surfing is an activity that is frequently enjoyed at this Beach.
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