Spend the Day in Historic Bodega
Just four miles from Bodega Bay, Historic Bodega is a destination you should add to your itinerary. Originally known as Bodega Corners, like Bodega Bay the town is named for its discoverer Juan Francisco Bodega y Caudra, who first sailed into the harbor in 1775.
Two Miwok Villages originally inhabited the area, one on the site of the current town, the other just north of Bodega. In 1859, shipbuilders constructed Saint Teresa of Avila Church. Open from 1856 to 1967, Watson School, once served as Bodega’s school, and is located in a Sonoma County Regional Parks Department historic park about 2 miles (3 km) east of Bodega.
In 1963, much of Bodega was used for exterior filming in Alfred Hitchcock’s film, The Birds, where it was presented as the nearby shore village of Bodega Bay. Bodega’s Potter School, now a private residence, was used as the Bodega Bay School in the movie; and Bodega’s general store also appeared “as itself”, though it has since been moved from its original site.
Start your day in Bodega with a stop at Colleen’s Coffee Shop. Perhaps you will find yourself hearing tales of the area from the locals.
No journey to Bodega would be complete without spending some time at Casino Bar & Grill. This iconic roadhouse offers lunch and dinner, with an inviting patio seating area. Their dinner menu changes daily with three different chefs and an occasional “pop-up” chef. Check for their periodic live music. 707-876-3185
Be sure to browse Jerry Dodrill Photography’s selection of breathtaking landscapes, people and wine country shots. 707-377-4732 • jerrydodrill.photoshelter.com
At Bodega Artisans Co-op, their eclectic works include everything from hand-tooled leather bags and sand dollar earrings to sheepskin slippers.
707-876-9830 | artisansco-op.com
Driftwood Cowgirl Boutique is a beachy western gift store. Shop there for the latest booties, candles, clothing and more! Driftwood Cowgirl Boutique is a beachy western gift store. Find them in the Mudd & Gold Building. 707-875-3333
Northern Light Surf Shop has been providing the Sonoma Coast with high quality surf gear since 1986. All gear is also available on their website. Two locations (Bodega and nearby Valley Ford). 707-876-3032 | northernlightsurf.com
Whether you have couple hours to kill, or you’re looking for a day-long adventure, spend some time in the
Historic town of Bodega!
