The Sea Ranch sits along one of the most biologically rich stretches of the Sonoma Coast. Long before the community was built, this landscape supported Native Pomo peoples and a thriving world of coastal prairie, redwood forest, and marine life. Today, Sea Ranch remains a protected haven for wildlife home to hundreds of species of plants, birds, mammals, and ocean creatures. Recent community nature counts have tallied over 500 species of plants, animals, and marine life in just a weekend proof of how much life shares this coastline. As you explore, take a moment to notice what’s blooming, growing, or quietly thriving along the trail. Use the plant guide linked here to see how many species you can find.