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 Canopy Tours. Check out our guides to outdoor activities, cycling, hiking, camping, and backpacking in Sonoma County.
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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One of the best ways to get familiar with Sonoma County is to check out its superb natural wonders. These marvelous twists of nature, all of them in beautiful locations scattered around the county...
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...
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...
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Sonoma State Historic Park is the site of the northernmost Franciscan Mission in California and birthplace of the California State Bear Flag. Unlike most parks with a single plot of land and a…
Pedego Santa Rosa is a fun and welcoming place where you’ll be treated like family. We put our hearts into helping you find the perfect electric bike and get the most out of it for many years to…
Larson Park features a community garden and lovely views of the riparian habitat along Sonoma Creek. It is also a great family spot, with a playground, a picnic area, restrooms, and the following…
Whether you wish to book a tour or rent your own stand up paddle board, Russian River Paddle Boards makes it easy for you to enjoy some of the most beautiful and undisturbed stretches of the Russian…
Doran Regional Park features a wide, 2-mile stretch of beach on Bodega Bay and is ideal for walking, picnicking, playing in the sand, flying kites, surfing, and bird-watching. A boat launch provides…
We offer horse back trail rides at winery venues and one trail ride at a nature and art preserve. The rides can be packaged with wine tasting and a picnic following the ride. The trail rides are…
Taylor Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve is a prominent Santa Rosa landmark, providing panoramic views of the city and distant peaks. The park's 1,100 acres include sweeping grasslands,…
Where the Russian River meets the Pacific Ocean. Owned by the state of California and run by the parks department, this launching area has a visitors center and leads into the Russian River.
The Kortum Trail connects Wright’s Beach in the south to Blind Beach in the north, which is about 4.6 miles round trip. Part of the 17-mile long Sonoma Coast State Park, the well-maintained and…
Our story begins in 1960 when Fairgrounds Golf Course opened to the public. Our 9-Hole Santa Rosa golf course features two sets of tees for a golfing experience not unlike an 18-hole executive course.…