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Kayaks on a redwood river bend with the coast beyond

river and coast

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from the river to the pacific

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Paddle the Russian River on a calm morning, or head out past the harbor toward the open Pacific. Bring a change of clothes.

On the Water

The Russian River and the Sonoma Coast: paddled, floated, fished and surfed, from flat morning water to cold open Pacific.

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Bodega Bay Surf Shack

LocaleTerroir: adventure in Sonoma County
Outdoor Recreation
1805 N Hwy 1
Bodega Bay
CA
94923
$50 Per Person
Daily
1
12
2
8
https://bodegabaysurf.com

Owner Bob Miller (Uncle Bob), 20+ years water experience. Surf lessons with instructor Nate (beginner-friendly), kayak rentals and guided tours, SUP rentals, e-bike rentals, premium wetsuits. Walking distance to Salmon Creek break.

PROVIDED
Guide
Helmet
Wetsuit
BRING
Swimwear
Change of Clothes
Dress in Layers
Sun Protection
Swimming Ability
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Bodega Bay Surf Shack
38.33320
-123.04860
Bodega Bay
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LocaleTerroir: adventure in Sonoma County
surf hub at Salmon Creek
Guide · Helmet · Wetsuit
Outdoor Recreation
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Bodega Bay Whale Watching

LocaleTerroir: adventure in Sonoma County
Outdoor Recreation
1500 Bay Flat Road
Bodega Bay
CA
94923
$600 Per Group
By Reservation Only
1
6
2
3
https://www.bodegabaywhalewatching.com
Private charters, book by phone

Captain Mike Long pilots every charter himself aboard the 28' Miss Vic: heated cabin, private restroom, six-passenger maximum. Greys and Orcas December–May, Humpbacks May–November, Blues July–October.

PROVIDED
Guide
BRING
Dress in Layers
Closed-toe Shoes
Sun Protection
Camera
Rain & Wind Gear
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Bodega Bay Whale Watching
38.32585
-123.05420
Bodega Bay
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LocaleTerroir: adventure in Sonoma County
the owner at every helm
Guide
Outdoor Recreation
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Burke's Canoe Trips

LocaleTerroir: kayaking in Sonoma County
Outdoor Recreation
8600 River Road
Forestville
CA
95436
$60 Per Group
Seasonal
2
50
4
6
https://burkescanoetrips.com
Call ahead to reserve; seasonal, Memorial Weekend into October

Forestville to Guerneville on the Russian River: 10 miles, 3.5–5 hours, redwoods overhead. Memorial Day through mid-October. Free shuttle back to your car. The casual summer rite of passage on the river.

PROVIDED
Life Jacket
Transportation
BRING
Change of Clothes
Sun Protection
Water Bottle
Swimming Ability
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Burke's Canoe Trips
38.49810
-122.89560
Forestville
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LocaleTerroir: kayaking in Sonoma County
ten miles under redwoods
Life Jacket · Transportation
Outdoor Recreation
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Smart Tours

LocaleTerroir: kayaking in Sonoma County
Outdoor Recreation
Tours start at: 10451 CA-1
Jenner
CA
95450
$135 Per Person
Daily
1
12
2
8
https://smartsonomatours.com
Book online; 2 person minimum, solo travelers call or email

Owner-operator Erik, who grew up in the Sonoma area. Russian River kayak tours with seal-watching at Jenner, redwood hikes, biking, Sonoma Coast tours. "Erik IS the product."

PROVIDED
Guide
Helmet
Life Jacket
BRING
Change of Clothes
Water Bottle
Sun Protection
Dress in Layers
smart-tours
Smart Tours
38.47230
-122.89010
Jenner
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LocaleTerroir: kayaking in Sonoma County
hidden corners, owner-led
Guide · Helmet · Life Jacket
Outdoor Recreation
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Sonoma Coast Adventures

LocaleTerroir: adventure in Sonoma County
Outdoor Recreation
1534 Eastshore Rd
Bodega Bay
CA
94923
$80 Per Person
Daily
2
6
2
8
https://sonomacoastadventures.com
Book trips online on the booking calendar

Captain Mike's 38' Tournament-Style Sportfisher runs full-day fishing, deep-water rockfish/lingcod trips, half-day and full-day crab combos, whale watching, and sunset harbor cruises. Twin-engine speed, full bathroom, flybridge views.

PROVIDED
Guide
Fishing Gear
BRING
Dress in Layers
Sun Protection
Closed-toe Shoes
Rain & Wind Gear
Camera
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Sonoma Coast Adventures
38.32650
-123.05300
Bodega Bay
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LocaleTerroir: adventure in Sonoma County
fish, crab and whale trips
Guide · Fishing Gear
Outdoor Recreation
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WaterTreks EcoTours

LocaleTerroir: kayaking in Sonoma County
Outdoor Recreation
10444 Highway One
Jenner
CA
95450
$35 Per Person
Daily
1
50
2
4
https://watertreks.com
Reservations required; same day walk-up reservations happen daily

Owner Suki Waters, Kashaya Pomo descendant, kayak instructor since 1979. Sonoma Coast State Park and Greater Farallones Sanctuary estuary specialist. Living Classrooms Project for students.

PROVIDED
Guide
Life Jacket
BRING
Change of Clothes
Sun Protection
Water Bottle
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WaterTreks EcoTours
38.45000
-123.11420
Jenner
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LocaleTerroir: kayaking in Sonoma County
native-led estuary paddles
Guide · Life Jacket
Outdoor Recreation