Bowling Ball Beach Trailhead

Hiking area · Mendocino County

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25 Best Beaches in California to Visit This Year

"This section of Schooner Gulch State Beach becomes visually striking at low tide when near-perfect rows of large, spherical sandstone concretions sit atop the sand — formations created as the coastline eroded rather than boulders deposited by the tide. Reaching the shore from Highway 1 requires a bit of a scramble, and nearby Point Arena offers treats at Franny's Cup and Saucer (noted for an "out-of-this-world gingersnap") and clam chowder at Pier Place on the Point Arena Fishing Pier." - Adeline Duff Adeline Duff Adeline Duff is a writer and editor who specializes in beauty, wellness, and travel. A former Travel + Leisure editor, she discovered her passion for exploring the beauty habits of other cultures while working for the brand. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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28500 Coast Hwy, Point Arena, CA 95468 Get directions

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