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Sea Ranch
One night is enough for a beach walk, lodge dinner and a short drive to nearby parks; add a second night for hiking or golf.
Sea Ranch is a planned coastal community on Highway 1 with public beaches, a notable lodge, and nearby state parks. Most attractions are car‑oriented, so a short stay works well.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–Oct
- avoid Nov–Feb (cool, fog, limited services)
- Airport
- KMHS
- Nights
- 1
Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Sea Ranch911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Sea Ranch, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyLow crime, but watch for deer on roads, steep cliffs on Highway 1, and changing tide conditions at beaches.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKMHS Sonoma County Airport (about 30 min drive north via Highway 101).
- Getting aroundCar is preferred; Highway 1 has tight turns.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at lodge café$3–5
- Budget bedPrivate rental, a night, per roomUS$300
- Mid-range bedPrivate rental, a night, per roomUS$450
- High-end bedPrivate rental, a night, per roomUS$650
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$120 · Mid US$180 · High US$250
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KMHS Sonoma County Airport (about 30 min drive north via Highway 101)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Feb
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Mar
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Apr
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
May
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jun
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jul
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Aug
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Sep
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Nov
Avoid
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Dec
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)), coolest Jan (4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C) low), wettest Dec (11 rain days), driest Jul (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Sea Ranch: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
10 rd
Feb
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Mar
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
8 rd
Apr
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
May
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
5 rd
Jun
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4 rd
Jul
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3 rd
Aug
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4 rd
Oct
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
6 rd
Nov
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
9 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
11 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is preferred; Highway 1 has tight turns. Route 95 bus runs infrequently. Bikes are popular on trails.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Salt Point State Park
goDoor to door: ≈45 min round trip
Drive south on Highway 1, about 30 min
20 mi of hiking and equestrian trails.
Soda Springs Reserve
goDoor to door: ≈45 min round trip
Drive east on local roads, about 20 min
Redwood shade walks, low visitor numbers.
Gualala
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round trip
Drive north on Highway 1, 5 mi, 10 min
Galleries, grocery stores, restaurants.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Sea Ranch Lodge
17 rooms, $600 + per night; ocean views, hot tubs
Private rentals & condos
Start around $300 /night, often 2‑night minimum
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $120–150 excl. lodging
- Mid
- $150–250 excl. lodging
Trip budget
| Sea Ranch Lodge room2 × 1 night × US$750 | US$1,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$180 | US$360 |
| Car rental (1 day, compact)2 × US$70 · check | US$140 |
| Gas (average 30 mi round trip)2 × US$15 · check | US$30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$203 |
| Trip total≈ US$1,117 per person per day, bed included | US$2,233 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights not included.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at lodge café | $3–5 |
| Meal at Sea Ranch Lodge | $25–45 |
| Bottle of local wine | $15–30 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Deer may cross roads; drive cautiously.
- Cliffs and steep drop‑offs on Highway 1.
- Limited public transit; plan car fuel.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Car rental (compact, 1 day): ≈ $70 (check)
- Gas (30 mi round trip): ≈ $15 (check)
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Sea Ranch. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct · avoid Nov–Feb (cool, fog, limited services) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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