Top Things to do in Sonoma County
Top Hotels in Sonoma County
- 1. Hyatt Regency Sonoma Wine Country
- 2. The Lodge at Bodega Bay
- 3. Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
- 4. MacArthur Place
- 5. The Sandman Hotel
- 6. Hotel Trio Healdsburg
- 7. Healdsburg Inn on the Plaza
- 8. Flamingo Resort
- 9. The Lodge at Sonoma Resort, Autograph Collection
- 10. Hotel Petaluma, Ascend Hotel Collection
9 State Parks in Sonoma County That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Sonoma County, United States including Armstrong Redwood State Reserve, Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park, Jack London State Historic Park, Fort Ross State Historic Park, Salt Point State Park, Annadel State Park, Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, Tolay Lake Regional Park, Bird Walk Coastal Access Trail.
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1. Armstrong Redwood State Reserve
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,397 reviews
A nature reserve that boasts soaring redwood trees.
Reviewed By jsilverman83 - Oakland, United States
Muir Woods, just north of San Francisco, is beautiful, but Armstrong Redwoods blows it out of the water! The sheer density of huge redwoods and beautiful forest makes this spot a can't-miss if you're at all near the area. There are a bunch of moderate-to-difficult hikes with some decent elevation changes. There are some long, but mostly flat and fairly easy hikes. There are some accessible hikes that are short, flat, and still go by some of the biggest trees in the grove. And there is even a paved road that goes quite far into the reserve and has multiple turnouts and parking lots that are right among the trees.
2. Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States
We wennt to General Vallejo Petaluma State Historic Park. This was the site of his ranch. There is a small fee to visit the site. There are exhibits inside and on the grounds to see. In addition, there is an amazing cactus plant that one walks by. There is also a creek.
3. Jack London State Historic Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 468 reviews
Jack London State Historic Park, comprised of 1400 acres, is the legacy of Jack London, one of America's most famous authors. The park offers historic buildings dating to the late 1870's, great scenic beauty and more than 20 miles of trails open to hikers, bikers and horseback riders. The park is open year-round, 7 days, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. There is no camping. Day Use fee is $10/car. Historic buildings include the House of Happy Walls, the Wolf House Ruin, barns, the Cottage where Jack London lived and died and the famous "Pig Palace".
Reviewed By 2AmigosWWPP
What a GEM! Jack London is California’s first native born novelist and this State Park is a chance to walk in his footsteps and appreciate his creativity and uniqueness. From the self-guided walking tours of Wolf House, the Beauty Ranch, and his cottage to the more extensive hikes up to London and Fern Lakes, is truly a walk back into the early 1900s. Unfortunately due to Covid the museum house was closed, and a return trip when it’s open is a must. I never tire of this State Park and the history it contains. Always include a picnic lunch to enjoy on property.
4. Fort Ross State Historic Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 373 reviews
As of November 3rd, we are open only on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays (closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays) through March 15th. In addition we are open on state holidays: January 1 & 19, February 16, March 31, May 25, July 4th, September 7, November 11, Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day. Open December 22nd, 23rd, 24th and from December 26th to January 2nd. Because of Sacramento budget cuts, our days of operations vary with the season. Originally built by Russians in 1812, Fort Ross became a state park in 1909. Today the 3,400 acre park offers pristine natural landscapes as well as historic structures and exhibits that bring to life the former Imperial Russian settlement, early California Ranch era, and the Kashia territory. Our visitor center showcases a museum, bookshop, and an 18-minute video introducing the park's history. Some points of interest: Russian Orthodox chapel, replica Russian-style windmill, historic buildings and exhibits, cannons, historic cemetery and orchard, and a San Andreas Fault marker. You can also enjoy Sandy Cove Beach and numerous trails. Activities include hiking, swimming, marine mammal watching, and more.
Reviewed By 890dawnd - Reno, United States
Interesting history of the Fort Ross area. There is a small museum, a gift shop, a movie showing, and the Fort itself. There's also some beautiful views of the ocean.
5. Salt Point State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 144 reviews
Six miles along the Sonoma Coast, this recreational park includes hiking and horseback trails, plus an underwater reserve for divers.
Reviewed By Jammersws - Sparks, United States
A trip to the Sonoma Coast isn’t complete until you visit this area. Gerstle Cove and the park areas around it have unparalleled beauty. Great places to tide pool, picnic and hike. It’s in the ‘banana belt’ area of the Sonoma coast, so always a few degrees more comfortable. The coves, trails, beaches and vistas are amazing. Lots of bird life - herons, egrets, gulls, condors - along with the occasional deer too.
6. Annadel State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 172 reviews
This park offers a great variety of wildflowers.
Reviewed By 7TerriH - Sacramento, United States
We hiked around the lake. It was a lovely day, and all of the hikers we met along the trail had excellent pandemic etiquette, keeping their distances and wearing masks.
7. Sugarloaf Ridge State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By Paigeelsner - West Fargo, United States
Paths were well mark. Nice, cleared, well kept paths. with benches and a few picnic tables along the way. We had a very nice time hiking here.
8. Tolay Lake Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 6 reviews
9. Bird Walk Coastal Access Trail
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By dwdignity - Sonoma, United States
Very close to my hotel. Easy walk that connects to the beach. And saw a lot of birds. Can’t wait to go back.
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