Taylor Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve
Taylor Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve is a prominent Santa Rosa landmark, providing panoramic views of the city and distant peaks.
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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, oak woodlands, several creeks, and habitat for a variety of wildlife. The park has 5.5 miles of unpaved trails and an 18-hole disc golf course.
The park opened in 2013, when ownership was transferred to Regional Parks from the voter-funded Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation & Open Space District. The interim park entrance is just off of Kawana Terrace. A second entrance and trailhead opened along Petaluma Hill Road, south of Yolanda Avenue, on June 13, 2015. The Petaluma Hill Road entrance includes picnic tables, parking for horse trailers, and a 1.2-mile trail loop with a .2-mile connector to the upper park.
The park's master plan calls for the eventual development of 17 miles of trails, a "natural play area," hike-in campsites, a visitor center and other features, as funding becomes available.
The park property historically was used for ranching, and cattle grazing continues in the park.Dogs allowed on leash. Open daily from 7 a.m. to sunset.
Great for short hikes
The views are terrific from a top some of the trails. Great way to see the Santa Rosa Plain. Great short hikes for a Sunday before brunch day.
Great hiking with lovely views
This newer park offers really nice views and some challenging hill hikes. Great for a challenging trail run!
great place to hike
great place to hike, even for beginners (use the western trail) and even to go solo, or with your dog. awesome views of sonoma and marin counties.
