White Gulch Beach(Point Reyes National Seashore)
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Located in the town of Inverness, White Gulch Beach is a small and narrow boat-in beach situated on the shores of Tomales Bay in the northern part of Point Reyes National Seashore. White Gulch Beach has a nice boat-in campground that does not provide drinking water and all human waste must be carried out of it.
There are a couple of fun activities at White Gulch Beach including boating and kayaking. White Gulch Beach can only be accessed by taking a boat or kayak from Nick’s Cove, Marshall Beach, or Lawson’s Landing Beach.
If you are looking for attractions near White Gulch Beach, you can cross Tomales Bay and then drive 30 minutes to Bodega Marine Reserve, a natural and marine reserve that is spread across 362 acres and is a great vista point for taking Instagram-worthy pictures and viewing the North Pacific Ocean and Bodega Bay. The Links at Bodega Harbour is an 18-hole beautiful oceanfront golf course featuring a golf shop, gallery, restaurant, yacht club, live music, and hosts many tournaments. The Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center is dedicated to the works of Charles M. Schulz, creator of Peanuts comic strip, and is home to a three-and-a-half-ton sculpture depicting the evolution of Snoopy – a character in the comic, Schulz’s studio, and three rotating galleries. Another great attraction near White Gulch Beach is Elk Reserve, a national park that is an awesome destination for picnicking, camping, and watching Tule Elk, pelicans, cormorants, and seagulls.
If you get hungry, you will need to cross Tomales Bay and then drive 20 minutes to many restaurants near White Gulch Beach. The American restaurant-bar Coastal Kitchen serves burgers, sandwiches, soups, cocktails, beers, and has a long wine list. Tomales deli + café is a vegetarian-friendly restaurant that offers breakfast, brunch, and lunch options. Another good restaurant near White Gulch Beach is Huria’s, a woodfired restaurant featuring NY-inspired pizza Napoletana, North African dishes, wine, and desserts.
If you are looking for a hotel near White Gulch Beach, you will need to cross Tomales Bay and then drive 30 minutes to many nearby hotels. The 3-Star Bodega Bay Inn welcomes pets and features ocean view rooms, fire pits, and a sculpture garden. If you are looking for affordable hotels near White Gulch Beach, the 3-Star pet-friendly hotel Tomales Bay Resort & Marina offers a pool and kayaking, biking, canoeing, and hiking tours – and the 2-Star Bodega Harbor Inn is a pet-friendly hotel.
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Does White Gulch Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?
White Gulch Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.
Does White Gulch Beach have lifeguards?
No, White Gulch Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach – please be careful when swimming on this beach.
Is White Gulch Beach a family-friendly beach?
White Gulch Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.
Is White Gulch Beach good for swimming?
White Gulch Beach is not generally considered a good swimming beach.
Does White Gulch Beach have restrooms?
White Gulch Beach does not have restrooms on or near the beach.
Is White Gulch Beach a nude beach?
No, White Gulch Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.
Is there food near White Gulch Beach?
White Gulch Beach does not have nearby food options – please plan your beach day accordingly.
What are the activities at White Gulch Beach?
White Gulch Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Camping, Hiking.
Does White Gulch Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?
White Gulch Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.
Is White Gulch Beach a dog-friendly beach?
Yes, bring your dog with you to White Gulch Beach!
Is White Gulch Beach good for surfing?
White Gulch Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.
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