Bodega Bay is a quaint fishing town on Northern California's Bodega Head peninsula, located approximately two and a half hours from Sacramento's downtown district. The charming Sonoma County town is best known as the filming site for the acclaimed Alfred Hitchcock film The Birds, which was inspired by an actual attack of shorebirds in the town in the 1950s, and is home to several preserved attractions showcased in the film. Visitors can view the historic Fort Ross, originally erected in 1809 as one of the first permanent structures in California by Russian settlers. The town's lovely harbor offers a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities throughout the year, including opportunities for paddleboarding and kayaking. Nearby, the Russian River wine region is home to top national wineries such as Russian River Vineyards and Korbel Winery.

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