Stengel Beach Coastal Access Trail

Temporary Closure: Stengel Beach access is closed for stairway repairs.

Sonoma County Regional Parks manages 6 public access trails in The Sea Ranch, a private community south of Gualala. Trails start at Highway 1 parking areas and cross bluff-top meadows and forests to rugged coastline.

Stengel Beach Coastal Access Trail is 0.12 miles one way. It’s a short path lined with cypress trees leads to a wooden staircase and a small beach. Look for seasonal waterfalls on the cliffs. Leashed dogs welcome.

Please stay on the marked public access trails as the other paths and roads within The Sea Ranch are privately owned. Check the website for current parking fees, if any, and seasonal hours.

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