Jenner Estuary

Public Beach, Boat Launch and Recreation Area on Coast Highway 1 at the mouth of the Russian River. Open access, no fees. Sonoma Coast State Park Jenner Visitor Center is usually open Thursdays through Mondays during peak season, weekends only in off season. Operated by Stewards of the Coast & Redwoods docent volunteers.

It is not unusual to see harbor seals, river otters, an occasional sea lion or elephant seal swimming in the estuary. The bird life is prolific with ospreys, Great Blue Herons, egrets, turkey vultures, pelicans, gulls, cormorants and many shorebirds.

Located within the Sonoma Coast State Park, a series of beaches separated by rock bluffs and headlands extending 17 miles from Bodega Head to Vista Trail 4 miles north of Jenner. The long sandy beaches below rugged headlands, a craggy coastline with natural rock arches and secluded coves are features that make this State Park one of California's most scenic attractions. Beachcombers, fishermen, sunbathers and picnickers can access the beach from more than a dozen points along the coast from Hwy. 1.