Location: Gualala
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The 5 Best Nature & Parks in Gualala, California (CA)
Gualala (formerly, Guadala, Walhalla, and Wallala) is an unincorporated community in Mendocino County in the U.S. state of California. It is located north of The Sea Ranch and south of Point Arena, California. Gualala shares its southern border with the southern border of Mendocino County. It is located on the Pacific coast at the mouth of the Gualala River, on State Route 1. It serves as a commercial center for the surrounding area. Gualala was once a logging town, but tourism is now its central economic activity.
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1. Gualala Bluff Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
This short trail in downtown Gualala can be accessed through the Surf Motel parking lot and next to the Vue Kitchen Restaurant. The trail goes behind three motels/inns and other commercial buildings and follows the Gualala River. There are views of the river and the Pacific Ocean and benches along the way. Parts of it are relatively flat and other parts a bit more challenging.
Reviewed By SF_SuzyQ
This is a must do when visiting this small town. If you have 10 minutes you have time to do this. There’s a great little coffee shop on one end and there are lots of dining options throughout in case you want to complement that with the trail. People walk as families, solo, with dogs etc.
2. Gualala River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
A perfect river for first-time canoers or kayakers since the waters are calm and non-threatening.
Reviewed By 22Janjim20 - Oakland, United States
We stayed at a place where our view was the river and the ocean- magnificent. We went kayaking on the river and had a picnic lunch. Lots of fun! The river was very shallow at one end and we had to get out to walk the kayak to a deeper place. When we went toward the ocean, it was super.
3. Gualala Point Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 134 reviews
Located at the mouth of the Gualala River, this park offers great hiking trails and nature walks.
Reviewed By LarainM
wonderful walking trails along the bluff circling back to the parking area. Or head south to Sea Ranch bluff trail.
4. Gualala River Redwood Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By robrD3662TS - Las Vegas, United States
If you like being in the redwoods then this is the perfect RV Park/Campground. Beautiful spacious spaces, very quiet and relaxing. Easy access to the river, friendly staff and they will bring firewood to you.
5. Bower Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
