Schoolhouse Beach

Schoolhouse Beach is a coastal area where rocky cliffs meet a shoreline covered with smooth pebbles rather than typical sand. The site features natural rock formations and maintained pathways that lead directly to the water's edge.

The name comes from a schoolhouse that served the local community during the early growth of coastal settlements in Sonoma County. This link to the region's education history has remained part of the place's identity ever since.

The place holds meaning for indigenous communities who have long inhabited this coastline, with their knowledge of the landscape still visible in how the area is cared for. Local efforts today honor these connections through education and protection of the natural environment.

The beach has limited facilities, so visitors should bring their own supplies and wear comfortable shoes for walking on pebbles. The maintained pathways are straightforward to follow, though the exposed setting means sun protection and proper clothing matter.

At low tide, tidal pools appear along the rocks, where different sea creatures gather and can be observed up close. These natural basins change daily and offer a different discovery each time you visit.