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.

Sonoma County Leave No Trace Coalition

 

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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Sonoma County is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream, painted with historic redwoods and biodiverse open spaces that are ideal for connecting…

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Your bags are packed, and (at last!) you’re on your way to Sonoma County. The only way to make this…

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For generations, Sonoma County has been a place where people have paused to reflect on their surroundings. Once you pause,…

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Make your vacation days meaningful and memorable. Whether you’re traveling to a new destination or revisiting a favorite spot, when…

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When done with intention, travel can rejuvenate your body, mind and spirit. The secret lies in the details. Take time…

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Make your next trip a true experience. Unplug, unwind and appreciate every detail of your travel destination. Sometimes, by slowing…

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Traveling without intention is just a trip. Think about what you really want out of your travel plans and how…

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The following six Sonoma County gardens take a unique spin on your average “garden tour.” Hallberg Butterfly Gardens, Sebastopol Unlike…

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Just south of Gualala on the Sonoma Coast, set at the highest elevation within Jenner’s Salt Point State Park, lies one of…

Redwoods at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, Guerneville
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The serene, majestic beauty of California’s redwood forests recall the ancient landscapes that covered much of this part of Sonoma…

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