Simply driving north on Highway 1 from Bodega Bay will quickly result in breathtaking ocean views and enough twists and turns to keep the drive interesting for hours.
For a more “backroads” drive, drive north through Bodega Bay and make a right on Coleman Valley Road across from Coleman Beach. The road will take visitors high into the hills, so don’t forget to turn around and enjoy the incredible ocean views. Continue on into the redwoods. Turn left at the first stop sign to stay on Coleman Valley Road and visitors will soon drop into the charming town of Occidental.
To stick closer to Bodega Bay but still enjoy a beautiful drive, check out Bay Hill Road. Go south on Highway 1 and make a left onto Bay Hill Road before reaching the Bodega Highway cutoff. Follow Bay Hill Road around until it drops back to Highway 1 slightly north of town.
