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5/3/2014:A1: PASSING THROUGH: A pair of gray whales move north past Bodega Head on Thursday as they migrate to their summer feeding grounds off Alaska. The giant mammals have put on quite a show this week for visitors to the popular whale-watching spot that juts out into the ocean at the northern edge of Bodega Bay. PC: A pair of gray whales make their way north during their migration past Bodega Head on Thursday, May 1, 2014. (Christopher Chung/ The Press Democrat)

Sonoma Coast Named Best Place in the US for Whale Watching

February 2026

A popular Sonoma County pastime for outdoor enthusiasts has now caught the attention of Travel + Leisure magazine.

Whale Watch volunteer Larry Tiller, of Healdsburg, watches the horizon for spouts from Bodega Head on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013. (Christopher Chung / The Press Democrat, file)

Where to Go Whale Watching on the Sonoma Coast

December 2025

The peak months for whale watching are January through May. Bring binoculars for a spectacular sighting.

12/31/2009: B1: PC: The Sonoma County Coast looking towards Goat Rock from Highway 1, Thursday May 14, 2009. From Jenner north past Fort Ross, a plan to harness wave power is in the works as an alternative to producing electricity. Another site would be just south of Gualala. (Kent Porter / The Press Democrat)2009

The Best Places to Stop Along Highway 1 in Sonoma County

April 2018

We've listed 15 perfect pit stops along Highway 1 in Sonoma County.

Whale watching at Bodega Head. For this one, the waiting comes at the mercy of the whales. However, once you see just one pod travel through, the waiting is worthwhile. The peak months for whale watching are January through May. See more info at bodegabay.com (Christopher Chung/ The Press Democrat)

Where to Watch Whales on the Sonoma Coast

December 2016

The peak months for whale watching are January through May. Bring binoculars for a spectacular sighting.

Fort Bragg to hold 20th Annual Beer Festival

March 2016

The Fort Bragg Rotary Club will be holding their 20th annual beer festival on Saturday, March 19 in Fort Bragg. Sixteen craft brewers will pour their best beers and ales and the famous North Coast Brewing Company will be showcasing their new North Coast Steller IPA. The beer fest is part of the Fort Bragg […]