Bodega Head

Bodega Head is a rocky promontory on the California coast that rises approximately 265 feet above the Pacific Ocean. The granite formations create dramatic cliffs and form a natural barrier along this stretch of shoreline.

Bodega Head was shaped millions of years ago by volcanic activity that forced granite outcrops through surrounding rock layers to the surface. This ancient geological process continues to define the headland's character today.

Local Native American communities used this coastal area for generations, establishing temporary camps here to gather food from the ocean and land.

The site is accessible via marked trails that lead from the parking area to several viewpoints along the headland. These paths offer good opportunities to observe migrating gray whales during the winter and early spring months.

The rock composition here includes fragments from the Pacific Plate, making it geologically different from surrounding areas along the continental edge. This rare combination tells the story of powerful tectonic forces that shaped this coast.

Location: Sonoma County

GPS coordinates: 38.31103,-123.06611

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:24