FAQs

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Gua-What? How do you pronouce "Gualala"?

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The town's name is pronounced WAH-la-la . Gualala is a Pomo name meaning "where the waters flow down." The Kashia Band of Pomo Indians were the first inhabitants of the coastal Sonoma County area around Fort Ross. The Kashia lived in lands that extended from the Gualala River in the North to Duncan’s Point south of the Russian River. From the West, Kashia territory extended from the pacific coast over coastal mountain ranges down the Warm Springs Creek to the confluence of Dry Creek, thirty miles inland. An estimated 1,500 people inhabited this area pre-contact, and migrated seasonally throughout this territory to take full advantage of the resources for their subsistence.

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What is the weather like in Gualala?

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We hear that fall is a perfect time to visit Gualala. You can expect highs to be around 70 degrees and lows to be about 50. If it is a record-setting year, the high might be 80. It is coastal, so expect some cloud cover and since we'll be in the forest, the trees provide shade. Wear layers! Link to Weather conditions (copy & paste): https://weather.com/weather/today/l/10e9d134b55c017fdb49cdc5ed33810fa8de0ef21b8216735e8b1e2d05643b35

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Do we have to camp?

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No! If camping is not your jam, you can choose a hotel, or AirBnB. There are many beautiful places to choose from on the coast. You will have day-use access to the campground for the weekend of the wedding (Friday & Saturday).

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Do you have a map of the park?

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https://gualalapark.com/map/

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I'm going to camp (yay!). What should I pack?

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Headlamps for walking around a night. Quarters if you plan to shower on site (they also have a laundry facility on site) Camp Chairs Swimsuit & Water Shoes if you plan to take a dip in the river or go to the beach Towels A full packing list can be found at this link: https://bit.ly/3SmNolh