Located to the front of Carmet, a small housing community just north of Bodega Bay is Carmet Beach. Though narrow and rocky, Carmet Beach is a gem within the Sonoma Coast State Park which is known for its excellent fishing. Visitors to the beach will have to walk a steep trail down to the beach to access it, but the trailhead is conveniently located within the parking area. Carmet Beach is split between two coves. The Southern Cove is the widest and sandiest portion of the beach and is connected to the Marshall Gulch Beach. Meanwhile, the Northern Cove is much more narrow and has boulders to contend with. Though it’s one of the better spots to fish, visitors are encouraged to exercise caution as it can be unsafe when the surf is rough.
Address: Carmet Beach, 4790 N Highway 1, Bodega Bay, California 94923
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