Bodega Bay Surf Shack

The people who work here were total surfer types. They really seemed to know their stuff and practice what they preach. We rented a tandem kayak for 4 hours over the weekend. We’d envisioned heading out into the bay but the wind was picking up so they recommended we head up Salmon Creek instead. It was an absolute blast! We had to pay at the Surf Shop then drive a little ways away to the creek entrance where our kayak was waiting for us. We got some simple instructions and away we went. It was really neat to get to see the bay then head up into the canyon. It was very peaceful and quiet. This was definitely one of the most relaxing parts of our trip. Afterwards we left the kayak on the bank & returned the oars. Super easy!

You just can’t beat 35 bucks to rent a surf board and wet suit for 24 hours! Quick and efficient guys that helped us.

This place was great, Miles was an excellent surf instructor for myself and my girlfriend our first time out. He did a fantastic job and we were up and surfing at an excellent beginner beach in no time. Seriously was one of the most fun things I“ve done in the bay area. Equipment was good too, and you get to keep it for the rest of the day. Definitely worth the drive up, I will be returning.

Very friendly and well stocked. They were an excellent resource for renting Kayaks.

Great place! We rented two paddleboards and a kayak from the Surf Shack while on a family vacation in Bodega Bay. Their prices are very reasonable and include all of the gear you need and a little orientation to the good places to paddle around the bay (it’s sheltered from the ocean, so the water conditions are more like a lake). We had an incredible day and were able to see harbor seals, pelicans, cormorants and tons of manta rays; like an aquarium right under our boats! We paddled for about four hours and loved it; the Surf Shack staff were very helpful and efficient, and this was one of the highlights of our vacation!

Super friendly lady who worked there, she was awesome with the kiddos. They have it all and more. From adult stuff to kids stuff

Rented kayaks from here and it was awesome. We initially thought that 4 hours was way too much time, but Bob does a good job of explaining where we can easily spend those four hours (including grabbing clam chowder at a shack near the water). Would definitely recommend!

I’ve surfed NY, NJ, WA, OR, CA, Ecuador and the Dominican Republic. Always renting boards and asking advice.
Bodega Bay Surf Shak is the worst surf shop I’ve ever encountered. The young man working on my first day gave me bad advice on when to hit the water. The young lady the next day was too busy talking with friends and eating, both times I came in, to give any assistance.
To make it worse, they have no fiberglass or epoxy longboards to rent.

SPRING BREAK 2014
BODEGA BAY SURF SHACK IS THE WAY TO GO!!! AWESOME PRICES!
Bodega Bay Surf Shack IS THE PLACE TO GO not only for your Bodega Bay clothing and souvenirs but for ANY AND ALL OF YOUR RENTAL NEEDS!!! Kayaks-​Surfboards-​Paddleboards-​Boogie Boards– Skin Boards –WET SUITS and BOOTIES– etc etc… You name it, THEY HAVE IT! They offer SURF LESSONS ALSO… along with EXCELLENT ADVICE AND KNOWLEDGE, courtesy of BOB!
BOB @ Bodega Bay Surf Shack 100% hands down is the reason we will be coming back to Bodega Bay!!! Super friendly, AWESOME personality… so much so, you will want to pack BOB up and take him to the Ocean/​Beach with you!!!
Our large group had 8 KIDS ages 4 – 17 (YES IM CRAZY TO TAKE 8 KIDS by MYSELF to the Ocean… thank God for Liqour!) and Bob was awesome with the younger kiddos and fitting EVERYBODY for wet suits!
EXCELLENT CONDITION AND VERY CLEAN WET SUITS!
The selection of clothing — Hoodies– T-​Shirts– Bathing Suits– Board Shorts– shoes — SOUVENIRS — skate boards/​long boards –knick knacks — THE CUTEST BABY SOUVENIRS — WOMENS CLOTHING to die for!!!
THANK YOU for EVERYTHING Bob!!! We will be back very soon!!!
xxoo The Kane/​Miller/​Zari Kiddos… and their Mommy too!!!
PS. I will post photos soon!

Review is for Saturday, 9/​28, 10a reservation for tandem kayaking:
Was a beautiful day for me and my man for kayaking Bodega Bay!
If you never experienced kayaking, this is a good place to start — safe bay to practice paddling, wildlife (at least for the day we went) was active. Saw seals, fish, crab, various water fowl. Best of all — minimal boat traffic!
It was a 4-​hour rental we had and it was worth it! Remember to bring:
–sunscreen
–hat
–water
–snack or pack a light lunch
–make sure seat straps isn’t broken before paddling off
–listen to the owner, Bob, who knows where to kayak
–don’t get stuck in the shallow parts of the bay
— we had 10a reservations, but didn’t get down to meet Bob because the earlier paddlers were delayed. For those in a hurry, be mindful your 10a launch can start at 10:30a. But they won’t charge or take the extra delayed time out of your paddle time.
Happy paddling!

Bob was friendly, funny, and really knew the area. He recommended the perfect day for us beginners! He took us where we would begin our adventure and gave us instructions on the kayaks before we began. Thank you Bob. We will definitely be back! The Mills-​Kahler Family thinks Bodega Bay Surf Shack rocks!

Rented kayaks here and it was awesome. Super friendly and great customer service. Explained things well with a little humor added in for good measure. Afterwards he suggested a great place for some good fish and chips and we loved it. We will definitely be back for more (of both).

If we drop by Bodega Bay to kayak, we’ll rent from these guys again. Great little shop, decent prices & the kayaking was fun!
We got our rental gear at the shop, drove down to the beach & the other guy gave us instructions & sent us off.
We packed a lunch & ate over the water. We had a blast!

Was driving by looking for good surf spots in the area when I came across this Surf Shack.
The staff was super friendly and very helpful. They answered all of my questions and highlighted everything they had on sale that day.
There selection of gear is decent and they truly are the size of a shack. They could use a little more room in the store but they get the job done with what they have.
I will definitely be going back just for the great service alone!

Never got my $ 50 back. No call back. Nothing. :(

I would recommend this shop for Kayak rental if you are camping near Sonoma Coast State Beach (i stayed at the bodega dunes campground).
It is a short drive from the campground and the staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. The staff gave great recommendations for Kayaking area and d were easy to work with. Bob not only gave us great kayaking area ideas but also gave us kayaking tips. Great options of bay camping or creek camping.
I also think their prices are very reasonable.

Great little friendly shop. Rented kayaks with no issue and Bob gave us a great recommendation that was perfect for our group.
They were pretty flexible (especially considering it was over the 4^th of July weekend) when we (inevitably) called about picking up the kayaks later than previously arranged.

This is a fantastic shop. Bob is a really cool guy, and the people working there are knowledgeable. Good selection of just about everything I’ve ever needed. Rent some gear, buy a board, find out where to go just for a day out, BBSS can help you out.

Give me a better discount and you’ll get that 5^th star, Bob. Ha!
Surfing general store. Kinda the last gas, until Gualala at least. XCEL Oneill wetuits, Merrick, KG, JC, Sol Life, + boards. Skate stuff. Clothes good. Wax selection weak.
Here a diaspora of North Coast skimboard gremmies resides.
Kayak rentals– Bob delivers to harbor, bay, creek/​river.
Cool vintage photos hanging up!
I like the shop

It’s a small place with a fairly big selection. A little hard to find unless you are looking when you round the bend in Bodega Bay but worth checking out. Bought my Harbour board there years ago — love at first sight. They have good taste in boards, or at least taste that coincides with mine.