Outdoor Activities in Sonoma County

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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. Check out our guides to outdoor activities, cycling, hiking, camping, and backpacking in Sonoma County.

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Keiser Park Photo
700 Windsor River Road, Windsor, CA 95492

The largest community park in Windsor and the home to the Fourth of July fireworks. Features include picnic area, barbecues, restrooms, concession stand, hardball fields, softball field, informal…

Coastal Prairie Trail Photo
2255 Highway 1, Bodega Bay, CA 94923

The Coastal Prairie Trail is a 1.1-mile bike and pedestrian trail between the Bodega Bay Community Center and Keefe Avenue. This accessible trail offers prairie and coastal views, wildlife viewing…

Del Rio Woods Photo
2668 S. Fitch Mountain Road, Healdsburg, CA 95448

Del Rio Woods offers Russian River beach access near Fitch Mountain east of Healdsburg. The beach is a recent addition to the Regional Parks system, but is a historically popular summer destination…

The arched rock as seen from Blind Beach Photo
Highway 1 and Goat Rock Road, Jenner, CA 95450

South of Jenner is Blind Beach with a great view of the arched rock. It’s a long narrow beach that is great for beachcombing and fishing. About one mile south of the Russian River Bridge, turn onto…

Campbell Cove Photo
Westshore Road, Bodega Bay, CA 94923

This sheltered cove near Bodega Head offers a flat beach that can be quite large at low tide and mostly underwater at high tide. Not a busy spot, at low tide it can be a good place for a picnic, or…

Russian River Cycle Service Photo
6559 Front St., Forestville, CA 95436

Join us for the best bike riding in the world. No matter the season, riding in West Sonoma County can't be beat. From here you can have just about any cycling experience your legs desire. Our shop is…

Shollenberger Park Photo
800 Baywood Drive, Suite A, Petaluma, CA 94954

One of the best parks for wildlife viewing of the many species of birds and other wildlife that can be seen here. The park features a two-mile circular trail and a one-mile cutoff trail across an iron…

Tent camping at Johnson's Beach Photo
16215 First St., Guerneville, CA 95446

A Russian River tradition for over a century, Johnson’s Beach is a favorite summer spot for Sonoma County locals and visitors alike. Sunning, swimming and floating at our Guerneville beach is as much…

 
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