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.
Heading to the river this weekend? Consider taking the new Regional Parks River Shuttle.
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. We believe that being good stewards of the Earth, our natural resources, our beautiful...
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...
The Gables Wine Country Inn Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods Sailfish Retreat Creekside Inn & Resort Safari West A Redwood Dream Bodega Coast Inn and Suites Sea Ranch Abalone Bay Bodega Bay & Beyond...
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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Open daily to the public, 365 days a year from sunrise to sunset. The grounds surrounding the chapel as well as the structure itself were the gifts of Sea Ranch residents, Robert and Betty Buffum.…
Larson Park features a community garden and lovely views of the riparian habitat along Sonoma Creek. It is also a great family spot, with a playground, a picnic area, restrooms, and the following…
The quarter-mile Black Point Trail is the southernmost of the six Sea Ranch public access points. It is also the longest beach among the access trails. Black Point Beach is a sandy shore that curves…
Sonoma State Historic Park is the site of the northernmost Franciscan Mission in California and birthplace of the California State Bear Flag. Unlike most parks with a single plot of land and a…
Sonoma Birding celebrates "Sonoma's Good Nature" - with guides to birding, wildlife watching and a nature lecture series throughout Sonoma County. Sonoma Birding was founded in 2004 in Sonoma Valley,…
Sonoma County Regional Parks manages six public access trails in The Sea Ranch, a private community south of Gualala. Trails start at Highway 1 parking areas and cross bluff-top meadows and forests to…
The Montini Open Space Preserve is covered with oak woodland, large rock outcroppings (including an historical rock quarry), and open grassland. The trails offer beautiful views of Sonoma Valley, San…
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…
Ernie Smith Community Park in Sonoma features a ball field, basketball court, off-leash dog park, children's accessible play area, group picnic area, and a paved walking trail. The park is named after…
Sonoma County Regional Parks manages six public access trails in The Sea Ranch, a private community south of Gualala. Trails start at Highway 1 parking areas and cross bluff-top meadows and forests to…
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