Michael, >From Bodega Bay, you could do a nice counterclockwise loop of about 60 kms. Bodega-Occidental-El Rio-Jenner-Bodega. I recommend the CCW as there is a steep descent in the middle, and if you do it CW it becomes a steep climb. Still doable though. And if you do want steep, Coleman Valley Rd is an interesting diversion. CVR is super steep climb up from the coast, but also a very little traffic with amazing views on clear days.
The are multiple coffee stops along the way in the main towns. My favorite is Cafe Aquatica near Jenner. It would be close to the end of the CCW I described, so you might want coffee sooner. Wild Flower Bakery is towards the start, in Freestone. It's very popular for their bread, but can't speak to the coffee. The loop could be extended by going more North from El Rio and adding in Cazadero, but that's gonna start to be a very big ride indeed. But also a very beautiful one with big climbs and descents. Also highly recommend the Rocker Oysterfella's restaurant in Valley Ford for any meal (brunch/lunch/dinner). Looks like they have a second location in Bodega Bay now, but I've only been to the VF location. Ben On Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 1:41:49 PM UTC-7 Michael Moore, jr. wrote: > Hello Folks, > > I’ll be in Bodega Bay, California from April 17–20 and am thinking about > bringing a bike. I’d appreciate any route recommendations. It is my first > time visiting. > > I can bring the Bleriot for a more road-orientated ride or the Kona for > something more gravel-oriented. Ideally, I’m looking for a 30–60 mile > loop—bonus points if there’s a great coffee stop along the way. > > Thanks in advance! > > Below is a photo from yesterday's ride before the storm came in (we really > need the rain!). > > > > [image: resized_bike.jpg] > > -- > Michael Moore, Jr. > Arcata, CA > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/78968100-6a6a-4046-8d9e-d51ef8d8b032n%40googlegroups.com.
