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 coast or down rivers, or just sit down and enjoy the sounds of nature. More daring explorers may opt to zip line with Sonoma Zipline Adventures.
Sonoma County is an outdoor destination in all seasons. Relaxation and adrenaline can coexist through experiences like ziplining, hiking, biking, stargazing, birding and more.
Check out our guides to outdoor activities, cycling, hiking, camping, and backpacking in Sonoma County.
In winter, Sonoma County offers unique and compelling experiences, featuring intimate wine tastings, olive harvesting tours, Dungeness crab culinary delights, festive events, scenic drives and hikes in lush landscapes, a vibrant art and culture scene, wildlife viewing, holiday decorations, historical exploration, captivating foggy landscapes, and wellness retreats against the backdrop of natural beauty.
Together, we can protect and preserve the beauty and natural resources of Sonoma County for generations to come. Check out our page on Sustainable Travel, and look over the Leave No Trace Seven Principles.
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Sonoma County has dozens of picturesque hiking trails, and encouraging responsible recreation is key to protecting these outdoor spaces – and maintaining a positive visitor experience. Sonoma County's...
Camping in Bodega Bay, one of the most gorgeous spots on the Sonoma County coast, is an experience unlike any other. Here you can hike epic beach trails, go fishing or sail the bay, paddle a kayak...
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...
Here in Sonoma County, laid-back luxury meets a deep commitment to the tenets of sustainability — supporting a healthy economy, society, and planet. We encourage you to fly to Sonoma County more...
With its mild Mediterranean climate, mountains, valleys, forests, and more than 50 miles of Pacific Ocean coastline, Sonoma County offers a generous range of outdoor activities. Among the most popular...
Late fall through winter is considered off-season at the Sonoma Coast, but we consider them ideal times to visit our 55 miles' worth of gorgeous coves, trails, and beaches. Here are 7 great reasons...
Soulful Travel is more than simply taking a trip. When traveling with intention, the experience can feed your soul, enrich your life, help you relax, rejuvenate and restore inner peace. Traveling is...
Walk around — and in some cases on, under, or through — unique and colorful artwork in northern Sonoma County, where the communities of Geyserville and Cloverdale both host sculpture trails. Stroll...
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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…
Voted Best Bike Tour by locals six years in a row (since 2017). Come try the award-winning, bike, hike and kayak adventures in beautiful Sonoma County! Our Dry Creek and Calistoga Sip n Cycles …
Stump Beach is another picnic area in Salt Point State Park that offers one of the few sandy beaches north of Jenner. There are a few picnic tables near the parking lot and a primitive toilet with no…
On the north side of the mouth of the Russian River is Jenner Beach. There are a few steep paths that lead down to this driftwood-covered beach.
Bohemia Ecological Preserve is a 1,000-acre, LandPaths-owned community gem located near Occidental. This remote property offers visitors awe-inspiring views from vast coastal prairie meadows…
Windsor Golf Club, a former stop on the PGA Nationwide Tour, represents Wine Country golf at its best. The challenging layout carves through a gently rolling landscape dotted with lakes, a meandering…
Known as "The Jewel of Northern California", the Petaluma Yacht Club sits on the historic Petaluma turning basin. When docked at the city owned docs, you are within walking distance of some of the…
Sandy Beach Cove lies below Fort Ross. The principal port of the settlement remained 19 miles to the south at Port Rumiantsev (Bodega Bay). There was frequent travel and transport of goods between…
Come on a Bay Area skydiving excursion with us and experience the adventure of a lifetime in one of the most beautiful places in the world! When you jump from more than two miles up, you'll be falling…
Whether you wish to book a tour or rent your own stand up paddle board, Russian River Paddle Boards makes it easy for you to enjoy some of the most beautiful and undisturbed stretches of the Russian…
Discover how a moment of mindfulness in Sonoma County can help you reset, renew, and feel the joy of being more connected than ever.