Sonoma County boasts more than 50 state and regional parks. Explore Armstrong Redwoods, hike around Spring Lake, bike in Trione-Annadel State Park, marvel at the Pacific Coast, find Salt Point, or discover Jack London State Historic Park. Sonoma County offers many beautiful nature parks, with so many opportunities for outdoor activities. Plus, an astonishing variety of gardens flourish in Sonoma County, and many are open to visitors.
If visiting our coastal or river parks, please play it safe by reviewing these water safety tips. Check out our page on Sustainable Travel, and look over the Leave No Trace Seven Principles. Together, we can protect and preserve this special corner of the world for generations to come.
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Here in Sonoma County, Life Opens Up with experiences that connect you to nature, as well as to each other. Taking the time to pause isn’t just good for us as humans. It’s good for the environment...
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...
Sonoma County contains such extraordinary geographical diversity - including the Pacific Ocean, rivers, lakes, beaches, coastal cliffs, mountains, valleys and California redwood forests (even pygmy...
Experiencing our destination through the Sonoma County Leave No Trace Seven Principles gives travelers an opportunity to make a difference. Together, we can protect and preserve this special corner of...
Like many dog lovers, you probably love to travel with your dog. If you find yourself in Sonoma County for the day or a long vacation, here are four dog parks and half a dozen parks with beaches where...
There's a definite tendency to linger in Sonoma Coast State Park, which offers rocky bluffs, sandy beaches, hidden coves, and absolutely stunning views along 17 miles of Pacific Ocean coastline in...
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...
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A trail that is .12 miles one way and leads to a small beach reached via a steep staircase. Look for seasonal waterfalls from a stream spilling over the bluff. This is the largest parking lot of the…
Austin Creek is currently closed due to wildfire damage. Austin Creek State Recreation Area (AC SRA) boasts 5,700 acres of open woodlands, rolling hills, and meadows—a strong contrast to the dense,…
Luther Burbank bought his 15-acre farm on Gold Ridge in 1885 in Sebastopol. During his career he introduced over 800 varieties of fruits, flowers, vegetables, and grains. He developed many of…
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…
Kenwood Plaza Park offers a charming setting in the village of Kenwood, halfway between Santa Rosa and Glen Ellen in the Sonoma Valley. The 5-acre park features shaded lawns, a gazebo, a play…
This popular park in northwest Sonoma features soccer and baseball fields, tennis and volleyball courts, a large playground, multiple picnic sites, and nature trails winding through meadows and woods…
Shiloh Ranch Regional Park in southeast Windsor features a rugged landscape in the foothills of the Mayacamas Mountains and offers nearly 8 miles of trails for hiking, bicycle and horseback…
Long sandy beaches below rugged headlands, a craggy coastline with natural arches and secluded coves are features that make Sonoma Coast State Park one of California's most scenic attractions. The…
Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach offers a summer swimming beach on the Russian River as well as picnic areas, lawns, a par course, and restrooms. From July through Labor Day, a seasonal dam creates…
Located along the Russian River, Riverfront Regional Park is just minutes from downtown Windsor and Healdsburg and surrounded by classic Wine Country scenery. The park features a lovely redwood grove…
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