True North Dillon Beach Area Guide
City/town information
Just a short, scenic drive to this town. Be sure to check out places like the Barlow and Hop Monk Tavern.
119 locals recommend
Sebastopol
Just a short, scenic drive to this town. Be sure to check out places like the Barlow and Hop Monk Tavern.
Funky little mountain town. It almost feels like you're in Tahoe. It's a great bike ride for cyclists. Friday afternoons they have a farmer's market.
71 locals recommend
Occidental
Funky little mountain town. It almost feels like you're in Tahoe. It's a great bike ride for cyclists. Friday afternoons they have a farmer's market.
This is our big city. It's where you go when you need a Trader Joe's or a stock-up trip. It's also a green place to spend the day. The downtown is like a movie set, and has been featured in many films.
86 locals recommend
Petaluma
This is our big city. It's where you go when you need a Trader Joe's or a stock-up trip. It's also a green place to spend the day. The downtown is like a movie set, and has been featured in many films.
This little town oozes charm. It's also a great place to stop and grab a picnic before going on a long hike at Point Reyes National Seashore.
156 locals recommend
Point Reyes Station
This little town oozes charm. It's also a great place to stop and grab a picnic before going on a long hike at Point Reyes National Seashore.
This funky little town is where they filmed Alfred Hitchcock's "The Birds". Besides the phone booth, also check out Norther Light surf shop.
60 locals recommend
Bodega
This funky little town is where they filmed Alfred Hitchcock's "The Birds". Besides the phone booth, also check out Norther Light surf shop.
Sightseeing
This gorgeous national landmark is about an hour drive from the house. You can take a trip out to the lighthouse, or go for a long hike to the shore.
273 locals recommend
Point Reyes National Seashore
This gorgeous national landmark is about an hour drive from the house. You can take a trip out to the lighthouse, or go for a long hike to the shore.
Shopping
If you like antiques or picking through vinyl records, you'll love this place. The items are curated and interesting.
18 locals recommend
Antique Society
2661 Gravenstein Hwy SIf you like antiques or picking through vinyl records, you'll love this place. The items are curated and interesting.
Gourmet grocery story in downtown Petaluma. I recommend stopping here on your way into Dillon Beach.
43 locals recommend
Petaluma Creamery
210 Western AveGourmet grocery story in downtown Petaluma. I recommend stopping here on your way into Dillon Beach.
One of two locations. This is a great place to pick up a board and some wax.
Northern Light Surf Shop
17191 Bodega HwyOne of two locations. This is a great place to pick up a board and some wax.
City advice
What to pack
Bring jackets and sweaters
Dillon Beach cools off a lot at night and can be pretty foggy and damp.
Book before you go
Stock up on groceries
Dillon Beach is 20 miles from the nearest supermarket. There are no quick errands from the house. The few places there are to eat close early.
Ways to save
Cook at home
The restaurants in the area are all great, but it can get expensive. We've included decent cooking supplies to make a cozy little dinner at home.