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.
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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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The Sonoma Resource Conservation District (RCD) is a local non-regulatory organization whose mission is to promote responsible natural resource management through voluntary community stewardship and…
Wine Country Cyclery is Sonoma's best location for rentals, new bikes, service, and any other bicycle-related needs. Bike rentals: Comfort, tandem, ebike and Road. Rentals include a helmet, lock, and…
The largest sandy beach between Bodega Bay and the Russian River, Wrights Beach is a great destination for day or overnight use with 25+ ocean-front camping spots. Dogs allowed on leash.
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…
Monte Rio Beach is the largest public beach on the lower Russian River and is ADA accessible. East of the Monte Rio Bridge and known locally as Big Rocky Beach, this is the location of the…
This small park is in Annapolis, a remote community in the hills of northwestern Sonoma County, about 10 miles east of The Sea Ranch. Short walking paths pass through giant redwoods and along Soda…
Andy’s Unity Park is a 4.4-acre park in the Moorland Avenue neighborhood of southwest Santa Rosa. The park includes a large natural turf field, community garden, dog park, basketball court,…
The Bluff Top Trail winds 3 miles one way from Gualala Point Regional Park to the Walk On Beach Trail. The trailhead at Gualala Point is a dirt path branching off from the paved trail south of the…
Westside Regional Park in Bodega Bay features nearly 50 campsites and a three-lane boat launch and kayak launch on Bodega Harbor. The park is popular with sport fishers from throughout Northern…
Watson School was built in 1856 in the picturesque countryside of west Sonoma County, near the village of Bodega, and was an active school until the late 1960's. The interior is currently closed…