Sunday, February 12, 2012

Cook's Beach - a beautiful pocket beach just north of Gualala

Cook's Beach is found north of Gualala. Drive up Highway One until you reach mile marker 3.14, then turn left at Route 526, which is the old Coast Highway. Just to your right is the entrance path to Cook's Beach. The trail is called Bonham Trail in honor of the Bonham family's easements, which made this access possible.


 Below is a view to the south from the overlook on top of the bluff.
 And here is a view to the north from the overlook. Since this is a pocket beach it is protected from wind.
It's a kid friendly beach, as well as dog friendly. And it's a perfect place to watch the sunset.


The Redwood Coast Land Conservancy brought us this wonderful access. To learn more about them, here's a link to their web site:  http://www.rc-lc.org/index.html

at

2 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2012 at 4:06 PM

    Thanks so much for the tip. Took the kids there today and they happily boogie boarded in the chilly waves, while friendly dogs cavorted on shore. A gorgeous little hidden spot.

    Denis and Kate Quinlan

    ReplyDelete
  2. Jeanne JacksonFebruary 19, 2012 at 8:25 AM

    I'm so glad you found it and enjoyed it, Denis and Kate!

    ReplyDelete