Sightseeing
Gorgeous and unique architecture! Make sure to walk around the chapel to take it in at every angle. Once inside the chapel, it is a peaceful space for meditation.
25 locals recommend
Sea Ranch Chapel
40033 California 1Gorgeous and unique architecture! Make sure to walk around the chapel to take it in at every angle. Once inside the chapel, it is a peaceful space for meditation.
Beautiful views and adorable seals - you can't go wrong with this sightseeing stop! Depending on the time of year, there are docents that can teach you more about the local seals.
Green Cove Harbor Seal Rookery
Beautiful views and adorable seals - you can't go wrong with this sightseeing stop! Depending on the time of year, there are docents that can teach you more about the local seals.
Pebble Beach
23 Navigators ReachSmall sheltered cove with tidepools.
Small rocky beach with stairs that end on a large rock; waterfall after it rains.
6 locals recommend
Stengel Beach
37900 CA-1Small rocky beach with stairs that end on a large rock; waterfall after it rains.
Sea stacks and tidepools; logs to sit on; ramp to walk small boats to the ocean. The easiest beach to walk onto.
53 locals recommend
Shell Beach
Sea stacks and tidepools; logs to sit on; ramp to walk small boats to the ocean. The easiest beach to walk onto.
Groceries and restaurants
Surf Market
39250 CA-1Great market with organic, artisanal, and local items
Twofish Baking
32000 CA-1Delicious biscuit sandwiches and calzones!
City advice
Don't miss
The Gualala Farmer's Market is a must
Gualala is a cute coastal town north of Sea Ranch. The local farmer’s market is on Saturdays 9:30AM–12:30PM, from late May to early November.
Getting around
Visiting the Sea Ranch
Since The Sea Ranch is a private community, all roads, most facilities and most trails are private for use only by owners and guests. Fortunately, members of the public may enjoy The Sea Ranch in several ways. For a delightful walk through forest and meadow to the coast, visitors can park at five public access points off Highway 1. Visitors can also experience The Sea Ranch from Gualala Point Regional Park where the Bluff Trail connects the park to The Sea Ranch coastal access trail at Walk on Beach to the south, a three mile hike.
(from TSRA website)
Customs and culture
Sea Ranch customs
- Respect wildlife and nature
- Leave a light footprint
- Be mindful of private property and remain on proper trails