Montini Open Space Preserve is covered with oak woodland, large rock outcroppings (including an historical rock quarry), and open grassland. The trails offer sweeping views of Sonoma Valley and San Francisco and San Pablo Bays. Protecting the Montini property has helped to maintain the historic character of this ranch that has existed since the time of General Vallejo.
The Preserve trailheads are at 4th Street West at Haraszthy Drive and at 1st St West from the Field of Dreams. The trail system boasts two overlooks. From 4th St West at Haraszthy Dr, the trail ascends up a gently sloped path before heading upward through an oak woodland to Coyote Point overlooking the city of Sonoma.
The Valley of the Moon Trail, another route on the Preserve, offers hikers amazing views of the city of Sonoma, Sonoma Mountain, the Sonoma Baylands and other landmarks. After enjoying the sweeping vista at the high point of the trail, hikers can head east and connect with Sonoma Overlook Trail by crossing Norrbom Road for a hike of up to four or five miles.
Montini Open Space Preserve
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