Location: Gualala
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What to do and see in Gualala, California (CA): The Best Things to do
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.
Restaurants in Gualala
1. Baja Bros Bikes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy your Sea Ranch, California, vacation by renting bicycles from Baja Bros Bikes. We rent new Specialized Expedition comfort bikes, delivered and picked up free at your Sea Ranch rental home or the Sea Ranch Lodge.
2. Matheson Design and Art Gallery
3. Gualala Bluff Trail
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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.
4. Gualala River
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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.
5. Gualala Point Regional Park
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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.
6. Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
Studio 391 is an award winning fine art gallery specializing in photography, paintings, sculpture, ceramics, glass and mixed media by local, regional and nationally established artists. Studio 391 is located at the corner of Highway One and Ocean Drive in Cypress Village Gallery District. A must-see gallery when visiting Gualala.Hours: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 11 am to 5 pm.
7. Gualala Arts Center and Art Center Theater
8. Gualala Arts Dolphin Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By relaxed53 - San Jose, United States
This small gallery displays and sells original paintings, sculptures, handmade quilts, tasteful cards, bowls, jewelry and photographs. It is staffed by local friendly volunteer artists, and 30% of proceeds go to Gualala Arts, the local venue for art exhibits and concerts. This is not ridiculously expensive local original art like you might see in Carmel, San Francisco, or Laguna Beach. There are beautiful earrings for $20-45, wall and table pieces for $35-250 on average. Yes, some pieces by more renowned artists or which are larger are several hundred, but for average visitors looking for a tasteful gift or keepsake representing the area, or to beautify their homes, this gallery and shop is a key place to check out. There is also tourist information. Easy parking, usually closed Tuesdays.
9. 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.
