Sea Ranch, CA
- Elevation
- 117 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Sea Ranch is a quiet coastal community on the rugged Sonoma County coastline, about three hours north of San Francisco. Home to roughly 1,200 year-round residents, the neighborhood spans ten miles of open meadows, cypress trees, and ocean bluffs. It is best known for its distinctive timber homes, which were planned in the 1960s to blend seamlessly into the wild seaside landscape.
Daily life here revolves around nature, with miles of walking trails connecting directly to beaches, rocky coves, and tide pools. The area is purely residential, so locals head a few minutes north to neighboring Gualala for groceries, dining, and everyday errands. It offers a calm, easygoing pace that appeals to remote workers, retirees, and anyone looking for a quiet coastal escape.
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