After several days of strong wind, when upwelling occurs, the water temperatures can dip into the 40 s. Full wetsuit or drysuit required. Booties and a hood are standard, and gloves might even be nice. Getting there Bodega Bay can be accessed from either Highway 1 or Highway 101. From Highway 1 north or south , you will pass through Bodega Bay.
Many people prefer to windsurf in the harbor.
From Highway 101 north or south , exit on Washington Street in Petaluma. Proceed west to Bodega Avenue. Follow Bodega Avenue west which will take you directly to Bodega Bay. Please read it.