Connect with the land in Sonoma County, one of California’s most diverse natural destinations. More than 60 regional and state parks beckon travelers to hike through redwood forests, paddle along the coast or down rivers, or just sit down and enjoy the sounds of nature. More daring explorers may opt to zip line with Sonoma Zipline Adventures.
Sonoma County is an outdoor destination in all seasons. Relaxation and adrenaline can coexist through experiences like ziplining, hiking, biking, stargazing, birding and more.
Check out our guides to outdoor activities, cycling, hiking, camping, and backpacking in Sonoma County.
In fall and winter, Sonoma County offers unique and compelling experiences, featuring intimate wine tastings, olive harvesting tours, Dungeness crab culinary delights, festive events, scenic drives and hikes in lush landscapes, a vibrant art and culture scene, wildlife viewing, holiday decorations, historical exploration, captivating foggy landscapes, and wellness retreats against the backdrop of natural beauty.
Together, we can protect and preserve the beauty and natural resources of Sonoma County for generations to come. Check out our page on Sustainable Travel, and look over the Leave No Trace Seven Principles.
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Sonoma County has dozens of picturesque hiking trails, and encouraging responsible recreation is key to protecting these outdoor spaces – and maintaining a positive visitor experience. Sonoma County's...
Camping in Bodega Bay, one of the most gorgeous spots on the Sonoma County coast, is an experience unlike any other. Here you can hike epic beach trails, go fishing or sail the bay, paddle a kayak...
Sonoma County's thriving regional park system consists of more than 50 parks — including trails and open spaces — and encompasses nearly 60,000 acres. Parks run the length and breadth of the county...
Here in Sonoma County, laid-back luxury meets a deep commitment to the tenets of sustainability — supporting a healthy economy, society, and planet. We encourage you to fly to Sonoma County more...
With its mild Mediterranean climate, mountains, valleys, forests, and more than 50 miles of Pacific Ocean coastline, Sonoma County offers a generous range of outdoor activities. Among the most popular...
Late fall through winter is considered off-season at the Sonoma Coast, but we consider them ideal times to visit our 55 miles' worth of gorgeous coves, trails, and beaches. Here are 7 great reasons...
Soulful Travel is more than simply taking a trip. When traveling with intention, the experience can feed your soul, enrich your life, help you relax, rejuvenate and restore inner peace. Traveling is...
Walk around — and in some cases on, under, or through — unique and colorful artwork in northern Sonoma County, where the communities of Geyserville and Cloverdale both host sculpture trails. Stroll...
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Cycling in Sonoma County E-Bike Tours, Sonoma County Bike Rentals & Team Building Activities eVenture Sonoma specializes in e-bike tours in Sonoma County, California. Our goal is to create a memorable…
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Sonoma Ballooning is Wine Country’s premier hot air ballooning experience! Come enjoy Sonoma on a whole new level with a FUN and reputable group of individuals dedicated to showing you the best that…
Spud Point Marina is in Bodega Harbor, approximately 60 miles northwest of San Francisco and 20 miles west of Santa Rosa. The harbor is the hub of commercial and sport fishing in Sonoma County, and is…
Known as "The Jewel of Northern California", the Petaluma Yacht Club sits on the historic Petaluma turning basin. When docked at the city owned docs, you are within walking distance of some of the…
Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve (SNR) preserves 805 acres of majestic Coast Redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens). Coast Redwoods are classified as temperate rainforests and they need wet and mild…
Well Trained Horses, a North Bay Area 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and re-homing horses, while offering low cost education to many. These horses have…
Guerneville River Park is a small day-use area on the south side of the Russian River, just off of Highway 116. The park offers visitors a view of the river, group and individual picnic sites, a lawn,…
Wine Country Trekking provides multi-day self-guided European style hiking, walking, and running vacations from the gateway city of San Francisco to the California Wine Country with a focus on superb…
We've been providing high quality surf equipment, accessories, surf rentals, and clothing to the Sonoma Coast since 1986, now in our second location in Valley Ford. The tradition of stoke and service…
Fisk Mill Cove is a day use area of Salt Point State Park that provides picnickers with paved parking, picnic tables, small upright barbeques, restrooms, and drinking water. Additionally, the bishop…
Discover how a moment of mindfulness in Sonoma County can help you reset, renew, and feel the joy of being more connected than ever.