Fishermen rescue tangled whale using bamboo poles, the fishermen untangled the 40ton whale off the coast near bodega bay. The annual northtosouth gray whale migration along sonoma countys coast peaks during the winter months, with. Come back in march when the whales pass point reyes again on their way back north. Bodega bays commercial crabbing fleet has agreed to voluntarily forgo fridays scheduled dungeness crab season opener, an extraordinary. Plett is blessed annually with the return of giant marine mammals that inspire awe and wonder. Near bodega head is a high volume area and perfect spot to observe these gentle giants. The hospital the largest of its kind in the world is bracing for its busy season. Blue whale center bodega bay, california community. We offer deep sea and inshore fishing charters throughout bodega bay, point reyes, and many other areas throughout the marin and sonoma coast.
The annual southtonorth pacific gray whale migration hits its stride along the sonoma coast from late winter through spring. Bodega bay farmers market sundays, 10am 1pm at the bodega bay community center, 2255 highway one in bodega bay free bodega marine lab scientific seminar lecture wednesdays, 4 pm free bodega marine lab tours on fridays except holiday weekends, 24 pm. Welcome to the home of bodega bay s most modern sportfishing fishing includes. One of the top whale watching spots in the county is bodega head. Lost sea creatures wash up in california as melting ice caps open. We also offer whale watching tours and many other excursions. Offers weekly boat trips out of porto bodega harbor febuary, march and april. The north coast and the countys southern coast in bodega bay are popular areas to watch for whales in sonoma county parks. In the town of bodega bay, joseph went to sea with the love of his life and returned alone. Below are just a few locations youll likely be able to see whales during migration without getting seasick. Please avoid disturbing seals to ensure a successful pupping season.
And while the warmer months tend to bring an influx of visitors, its mostly quiet here. For golfers, the th tee is right outside the backyard. There are two broad whale watching seasons for our area the gray whale season from december to april and the summerfall season for the other whales. Bodega bay sonoma weekend getaway california beaches. Bodega bay whale watching package make your next vacation the best ever by staying at our boutique hotel along the california coast, an ideal spot to spot whales migrating from the chukchi sea off northern alaska to the lagoons off mexicos baja peninsula. Bodega bay sports fishing center, bodega bay, 7078753344. Take the east washington street exit and follow the signs 30 miles west to bodega bay.
Does anyone if the whale watching will be good the first week of march. Visit our page to learn about bodega bay and the sonoma coast attractions. Docents available starting at noon on clear weekends. But environmentally minded crab fishermen from half moon bay to bodega bay are now voluntarily postponing the opening of their season on account of the whales in the area. A flyover monday found up to 86 humpback whales gathered just. Miss anita fishing charters, bodega bay sportfishing and miss vic sportfishing offer tours departing from bodega bay. Bodega bay whale watching information on whale watching. Where to watch whales on the sonoma coast sonoma magazine. Whale watching excursions december january february. Whale migration bodega bay the official bodega bay area website giants migrate along the sonoma coast at bodega bay the epic migration of whales peaks from january through may, but is visible during much of the year. Highway 1 runs along the sonoma county coast for 56 miles, from bodega bay in the south to the gualala river in the north. Whether you are seeking peaceful mornings, a creative outlet, an afternoon on the water, or an.
Close to our lodge, enjoy one of the greatest kite flying areas in the world, go deep sea fishing, golfing on the adjacent championship golf links, explore the many nature trails and parks on foot or relax on one of the miles and miles of nearby beaches. Bodega head is part of the sonoma coast state park. Cross the golden gate bridge and take 101 north to petaluma. More than 20,000 gray whales migrate past the sonoma coast each year. A humpback whale breaching in the gulf of the farallones on october, 2009. The miss anita is a customized 340 catamaran, the signature boat of the baha cruiser fleet. Whale watching season in northern california starts earlier and ends later than it does further south. Bodega bay is a shallow, rocky inlet of the pacific ocean on the coast of northern california in the united states.
For a chance to get closer to the whales, while remaining at a safe distance, book a whale watching tour with a local fishing charter company. Find more info about things to do, restaurants, hotels and lodging in sonoma. The annual southtonorth pacific gray whale migration hits its stride along the. It is the southernmost point of open ocean not only of the ross sea, but worldwide.
The mystery deepens upon josephs exoneration in her disappearance, while a reporter stirs the pot of suspicion and the wrath of a vengeful family. With its windswept dunes and peaceful atmosphere, the bay serves as the perfect place to destress and experience some authentic coastal culture. Gray whales follow the same schedule every year, allowing humans interested in seeing them to accurately predict the best times to watch. The decision follows the bodega bay s crabbing fleet vote earlier this week to voluntarily wait for the whale entanglement risk to lessen before dropping thousands of lines into the water. Follow highway 1 north to whale watch inn just north of anchor bay, 5 miles north of gualala in mendocino county. The epic migration of whales peaks from january through may, but is visible during much of the year. Where to go whale watching on the sonoma coast sonoma. Rates bodega bay fishing charters north bay charters. Whale spotting leads to delay in commercial crab season. The best time usually is december 15 through march or the first week of april. California crab season opening delayed by whale entanglement. Mar 22, 2016 the sunsets over bodega bay are nothing short of spectacular.
Bandy, in her first season as a docent, has not yet seen a whale. With an aerial whale survey monday spotting a large group of humpback whales feeding off point reyes, fishermen in bodega bay have voted to push their dungeness crabbing season back for a few more days. Hike up the majestic bodega head and spot migrating gray whales in the surf. Helicopter tours are increasing in popularity in the bay area because of the incredible views and luxe feeling you will experience. We are located very close to pismo beach, avila beach and san luis obispo, california. Oceaanic society whale watch trips originating from half moon bay, san francisco and bodega bay. Download the pacific gray whales resource newsletter for more information about the gray. In recent years, increasing whale entanglements off of the california coast have prompted regulators and fishers to address the issue. Tony anellow, a commercial fisherman and owner of spud point crab company in bodega bay, says the decision follows a flyover by the whale working group. Whale watching from land if youre looking to whale watch from shore, there are many locations along the west coast from california to washington. Bodega bay farmers market sundays, 10am 1pm at the bodega bay community center, 2255 highway one in bodega bay free bodega marine lab scientific seminar lecture wednesdays, 4 pm free bodega marine lab tours on fridays except holiday weekends, 24 pm free doran park kite flying, fridays 67 pm. Back to gallery if youre a fan of whales, there are few better places to live than california. Bodega bay area visitor info weather whale migration. Bay area salmon fishermen frustrated by regulations, happy to begin 2017 season.
If the weather is good, whales can be seen within a few hundred yards of coastal headlands, with prime viewing locations including bodega bay, bodega head and jenner in sonoma county, and mendocino headlands state park, little river and pomo bluffs park in mendocino county. Avila beach whale watching offers the best whale and dolphin watching boat tours in california. Bodega bay is located on the pacific coast just 68 miles north of san francisco. Apr 11, 2014 bodega bay, located about 90 minutes north of san francisco, is one of the bestkept secrets of northern california. Whale watching at point reyes point reyes national.
Whale watching bodega bay archives national parks and more. Download a sonoma coast state park map or brochure. In addition, it boasts a variety of excellent restaurants, galleries, and specialty shops. Our neighborhood has always been a sanctuary for everyone. Bodega bay crab fleet to sit out dungeness opener to avoid whales.
The park, at the bodega head, also provides nice restroom facilities, picnic opportunities, and other recreational opportunities to add to your whale watching ad venture. While point reyes is well known for being a great location for watching the gray whale migration during the winter and spring, a lot of visitors are surprised to. Gorgeous views of bodega bay and the california coast including migrating grey whales, sea lions, and other coastal wildlife. It falls outside of the busy, more popular times that visitors come to enjoy our little paradise. The water is so warm on this coast for two born and bred south islanders. Kayakers in sf bay have close encounter with breaching whales. Whale watching at point reyes point reyes national seashore.
Bodega charters offers two trips a day january through april. Bodega bay has a variety of shopping and galleries, including small grocery stores, fish markets, a hardware store, a bakery, gourmet food and wine shop, and more. Outfitters and tours point reyes national seashore u. Californias dungeness crab season to end early after. Whale watching in bodega bay is very popular because there is an easily accessible high point from which to watch for whales at sonoma coast state park. Whale bay matapouri 2020 all you need to know before you. Bodega head, sonoma coast state park, westshore road, bodega bay off of hwy. Watch your kids, whale season is january through april. Each year gray and blue whales travel south from the chukchi sea near alaska and down to baja california for winter, then. At bodega bay, massive cliffs perfect for whale watching overlook rocky. We will be in bodega bay on march 5th, and i have received two very different responses from boat charters about the chances of seeing whales if we went out.
Get your boating shoes readyit is almost time for peak whale watching season. There be whales bodega bay whale experience youtube. Whale watching in sonoma county parks blog learn sonoma. Instead, whalewatching boats are having more luck in the opaque waters off. They have reports of recent sightings of marine life in monterey bay. The trio got to talking, and soon they learned of a whale watching program brunn started in 1986 with the stewards of the coast and redwoods at bodega head, where state parks volunteers act as. The clever wine surf is a surfboardshaped tray that holds your choice of three daily wine selections, which are all smallproduction and rank 90 points or better. In addition to shortening the season to avoid times of high. About four miles long and one mile wide, this small peninsula juts well out into the ocean. Whale watching in bodega bay the official bodega bay. Exit at washington street, turn left and continue west on bodega highway through valley ford to bodega bay. Later in the day, savor the sunset at gourmet au bay, a cozy wine bar right on the water. But environmentally minded crab fishermen from half moon bay to bodega bay are now voluntarily postponing the opening of their season on.
From elephant seals to eagles, salmon to sea slugs, the north bay area. Aug 23, 2015 in plettenberg bay we have a secret season that not many know about. All hervey bay whale watching operators guarantee sightings or a free ticket for another cruise from july 28th to october 14th, with plentiful whales in the bay from the start of august. The walk down from the road beyond matapouri, is beautiful with stunning native trees. Whale migration bodega bay the official bodega bay area. Whale watching in california, avila beach, pismo beach and. Doran beach is a short easy walk along a quiet road right out the front door, less than a mile, with easy access. Whale watching in sonoma county california is very popular because there are so many easily accessible prominent high points from which to watch for whales. See bodega bay from a different point of view on your next trip to northern california by taking a tour by flight. Whale spotting leads to delay in commercial crab season kcbs. After parking, walk down the wharf with all the restaurants and shops. The best places to whale watch in the bay area sfgate. Oct 12, 2014 the official bodega bay area website have you ever been able to see the whales off bodega head. Whale watching operators monterey bay whale watch specializes in trips monterey bay originating from fishermans wharf, monterey.
It is approximately 5 mi 8 km across and is located approximately 40 mi 60 km northwest of san francisco and 20 mi 32 km west of santa rosa. North bay charters offers affordable bodega bay fishing charters and excursions for up to 6 people. The decision follows the bodega bays crabbing fleet vote earlier this week to voluntarily wait for the whale entanglement risk to lessen before. Follow the sign and turn right at the bottom of the hill. Salmon season dungeness crab season seal pups at goat rock state park. Visit our horse riding at point reyes national seashore page for more information. Whale season in plettenberg baymilkwood manor on sea. Below youll find shopping and galleries that are not to be missed. Whalesong cruises is usually the first boat to launch for the season, and from late june will start whale search dolphin watch cruises. California crab season opening delayed by whale entanglement risk. Whale watching in bodega bay the official bodega bay area. Elephant seal breeding season extends from late december to early.
She is equipped with a large fly bridge and hard cabin, featuring full ventilation, sliding windows and comfortable inside seating for all the anglers. Its a real opening to interpret, said jellison, a bodega bay resident with a deep love of the ocean and its diverse inhabitants. Here is a short video done in 2010 that shows the whales around bodega head. Try bodega head park near the town of bodega bay, where the high cliffs provide a good place to scan the ocean for the whales, looking for their spouts and flukes. North bay charters catches salmon, rock fish, ling cod, tuna, and halibut in the deep sea. Jul 12, 2016 kayakers in sf bay have close encounter with breaching whales four humpback whales who may have been lured by a school of herring paid an early morning visit to san francisco bay on sunday and. Heres a suggested sonoma coastal weekend getaway to bodega bay. And consider taking a whale watch boat trip with an experienced company such as bodega bay sport fishing center, fish on charters, miss anita fishing charters, or north bay charters. News from killer whale season in previous years about activity in monterey bay, featuring monterey bay whale watch and marine biologistowner nancy black april 28, 2019 kron4 feature story, graphic video shows killer whales attacking, killing gray whale calf in monterey bay. Sep, 2010 whale watching in bodega bay 9102010 gaz4x4. Whale watching is typically done on a whale watching boat trip bottom photo at right.
Sea services are also available for those looking for service at sea in the sonoma county area. The bay of whales was a natural ice harbor, or iceport, indenting the front of ross ice shelf just north of roosevelt island, antarctica. Each year gray and blue whales travel south from alaska and down to baja california for winter, then back north for the summer feeding season. We offer ocean sport fishing and special excursions. New popup fishing gear could reduce whale entanglements. Blue whale center bodega bay, california community center. There are several locations along the whale trail, where many whales can be. This property gives you immediate access to all the bodega coast has to offer.
From bodega bay north, highway 101 tightly hugs the shoreline and provides many handy pullouts. The peak months for whale watching are january through may. Whale watching at bodega head, part 1 of 2 duration. Look for a sign directing you to bodega head marina and westside park. Other port associations also called for a delay today. Hike the bodega head nature trail, bodega bay trailhead. The california gray whales come through our area at the end and beginning of each year. From the bay area, proceed north on highway 101 to petaluma. Bodega bay is one of northern californias hottest coastal destinations, and its no surprise as to why. Jul 09, 20 there be whales bodega bay whale experience there be whales bodega bay whale experience skip navigation sign in. This is a great family adventure aboard our very comfortable 28 ft power catamaran the pacific flyer. Why winter is the best time for animal sightings in the north bay.
Some docents, like anne bandy of santa rosa, are still waiting to catch their first glimpse of a gray whale. The pregnant females go first, then the adults of breeding age, then the immature whales and finally the yearlings. Sign up for facebook today to discover local businesses near you. Its placement not only helps to shelter bodega bay, but also attracts binocular and cameratoting observers who want to get closer to cetaceans cruising by. Aug 14, 2010 if you drive all the way around bodega bay to bodega head along westshore road, round the hairpin turn uphill and then right at the fork in the road, theres a nice short walk both north and south from the car park along the headland, great views back to bodega and out across the pacific, and if youre lucky a chance to see both whales and seals. The park, at the bodega head, also provides nice restroom facilities, picnic opportunities, and other recreational opportunities to add to your whale watching adventure.
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