Johnson's Beach

Category: Public beach

Address: 16215 First St, Guerneville, CA 95446, USA

Phone: +17078692022

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–6PM

Monday: 10AM–6PM

Tuesday: 10AM–6PM

Wednesday: 10AM–6PM

Thursday: 10AM–6PM

Friday: 10AM–6PM

Saturday: 10AM–6PM

Reviews

Hongxia Liu

Jul 30, 2022

This is a hidden gem. The emerald Russian River, the redwood trees, are all that I saw from my cabin window and balcony. The fragrance of honeysuckles lingers outside the cabin and inside on the walls are vintage whimsical posters. They surely would bring smiles to guests far and near alike. Our cabin is simple and rustic yet clean and comfy. My son and I first were keen to see the vegetable and flower garden and then we kayaked on the Russian River for the rest of the day - I was living the life in my dream. Wow. What a retreat - back to nature and become part of this great nature - heart, body and mind! Thank you, Ethan and your staff team, for your warm hospitality! We look forward to our return soon!

Julia Maynard

Jul 13, 2022

Great beach spot to tub or kayak. You can reserve umbrellas, chairs, kayaks, and canoes on their website. There is a great little snack bar with beer and wine. You can’t bring your own drinks or chairs but it’s a great way to have less people on the beach vs. a public river front. Check out the camp ground for an easy place to stay where you can have a fire but still walking into town for a meal or ice cream!

Omelia

Jul 5, 2022

I visited on 4th of July. It wasn’t crowded at all. My friends and I had fun kayaking. Bathroom facilities are poor but overall was a great spot to hang with friends. You CAN bring your own food just no alcohol. Burgers and hotdogs available too.

Eric Mar

Sep 28, 2021

One of our favorite SF getaways - Johnson’s Beach! We love camping or just spending a day on the River. We were sad that the concession stand no longer exists though.

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Questions & Answers

Can you still rent canoes in October?

Lorraine Mccracken | Jun 17, 2020
Greg Lykken | Jun 18, 2020

No. Closes after Labor Day.

Are dogs allowed

M M | Sep 20, 2021
Chris Munsterman | Sep 21, 2021

No

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Can I bring my own food.??

BigSig 510 | Jun 18, 2019
Vero Moreno-Diaz | Jun 19, 2019

It's a perfect place for sandwiches and light salad. A bottle of water and an apple and nothing more lol It's not like a park but more of a place to appreciate nature. It's a lovely rock pebble beach

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Can I bring a BBQ pit to grill on the beach

Yolanda J | Jun 18, 2019
genn4 | Jun 19, 2019

Not on the beach it self, but there is a grassy are with picnic tables and BBQ 's

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How far is the beach from guerneville town

Handson Fu | Mar 19, 2022
James O. Bitz | Mar 20, 2022

The beach is 1 to 5 short blocks. everything is walking distance. The whole town of Guerneville 600yds x 700yds

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Is Johnsons beach open, is the water OK, Thanks.

Bob Garcia | Aug 21, 2021
Saurabh Singh | Aug 22, 2021

Yes, the water is warm and flowing slowly. Water isn't crystal clear, it's just a bit muddy/murky, you can see 3 feet into the water. This is beach schedule: May 15 to June 6 – Weekend only June 11 to Aug 22 – Daily Aug 23 to Sept 26 – Weekend only Beach is open but they are limiting the crowd due to Covid, so you need to make reservations for a beach spot at Johnsonsbeach.com (cheapest is $15 for 3rd row spot) They provide a large umbrella which is good enough for 4 people. It's recommended to pay $7 for parking as well, but you an try and find free street parking if you wish.

Does it require reservation? Not for cayats but to enjoy the beach!!

Franco O | Aug 21, 2021
Angela Wilkerson | Aug 22, 2021

The beach is public so no reservations have to be made to just enjoy the beach.

Does anyone recall there being a metal slide on Johnson's Beach during the 50's?

Michael DeMartini | Aug 21, 2021
Solon Vargas | Aug 22, 2021

No

Where is the parking lot?

Deborah Brodie | Jun 17, 2021
Scott Redmon | Jun 18, 2021

Emely is correct. It has changed quite a bit.

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Do you guys allow dogs in the camp site?

Luna Robledo | Jun 17, 2021
Joseph Askren | Jun 18, 2021

Yes but must be on leash or will be ticketed. Strongly enforced.

How do you book a reservation at johnson's beach?

Julie Wana | Jun 17, 2021
pizza for president | Jun 18, 2021

Online at johnsonsbeach.com

Can i make bbq?

elba soto | Jun 17, 2021
Mary Jane Long | Jun 18, 2021

The beach at Monte Rio is FREE and also has concession stands, rentals and BBQ pits, etc. A much better choice.

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Do the tent sites have electricity

April Ryan | Jun 17, 2020
Dave Lawler | Jun 18, 2020

No

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Are there bathrooms and places to change?

Katrina Alcantara | Jun 17, 2020
The Hinke Family | Jun 18, 2020

Yes, there are bathrooms. The stalls are tiny bit you can change in them with a little maneuvering. They also have an ADA porta-pot for those who require it.

Is it crowded

SnoOzY | Jun 17, 2020
Paul Lee | Jun 18, 2020

This beach is very popular amongst the locals and tourists alike. My advice is to get there early so you get a prime spot. There's a crowd, but it's worth it!

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Is it dog friendly?

Rowan M | Jun 17, 2020
Leslie Hofelich | Jun 18, 2020

No Johnson's isn't but Monte Rio beach west of the bridge is dog friendly

Does the beach have a wheelchair ramp???

Rowan M | Jun 17, 2020
Joe T. | Jun 18, 2020

Nope.

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Can we take our dog?

Yolanda Mora | Jun 18, 2019
Carolyn Kennon | Jun 19, 2019

Hello...yes you can. Just needs to be on a leash. But I would recommend going to Debrava beach which is a little over a mile from there West on Hwy 116..you will see a dirt parking lot just kitty corner across the highway from the "Garden Grill" restaurant on the left.

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Is the snack bar open at the beach on Friday 6/1/19

Jan Biswell | Jun 18, 2019
Sean O'Donnell | Jun 19, 2019

Yes it will be open tomorrow from 10-6 🏖

Do you have camping for 5th wheel trailers?

Hal Treba | Jun 18, 2019
Todd Guidi | Jun 19, 2019

Also keep in mind that there is very little camping here, and fills up quickly!

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What’s good about this place ?

m mendel | Jun 18, 2019
James Weathers | Jun 19, 2019

They have the best strawberry Sunday! A family familiarity atmosphere!

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I am want to go tomorrow before noon should reserve now or can I wait until i am in Guerneville?

Soren Schuler | Jun 18, 2019
Rose Allen | Jun 19, 2019

I went in July my family paid for two houses a year in advance but as resrving depends on what reserving for

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How much does it cost to rent the kayaks?

Debra Evenson (nestkeeper) | Jun 18, 2019
Judi Cecaci | Jun 19, 2019

Love this area...go every year for Jazz festival😄

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Is there a entrance fee per person . Also do we have to pay for parking and what's the costs of all that

Arthur Silvas | Jun 18, 2019
John Woolfolk | Jun 19, 2019

Free parking just come on down and free entry

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Can you Bring your own food to beach

Arthur Silvas | Jun 18, 2019
Bradford Smith | Jun 19, 2019

Yes. They regulate outside alcohol use because they sell beer and wine but, food is allowed. They have a very inexpensive snack shack with burgers fries and shakes etc...

what time do you guys open?

Antonio Lorenzana | Jun 18, 2019
Loretta Geiser | Jun 19, 2019

.. I Don't Know, sorry 😔, you Should Call 📞 Them! ..

if you go canoeing downstream from gurneville in june is the water turbulent i.e. dangerous?

Rosie Rosenthal | Jun 18, 2018
Natalie L | Jun 19, 2018

No. People ofter float down in inner tubes.

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Is the beach dog friendly. Are the cabins dog friendly.

Richard Pacheco | Jun 18, 2018
Richard Pacheco | Jun 19, 2018

My 8 year old lab needs water play.is there a nice place like Johnson's beach that is dog friendly

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Is the campground open?

Chris B Brooks | Jun 18, 2018
Leslie Hofelich | Jun 19, 2018

Yes it is

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