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
What to do and see in Sonoma County, Sonoma County: The Best Hiking Trails
Discover the best top things to do in Sonoma County, United States including Pepperwood Preserve, Sonoma Overlook Trail, Jenner Headlands, Jack London State Historic Park, Horseshoe Cove Overlook, Pomo Canyon Trail, Pinnacle Gulch Coastal Access Trail, Walk On Beach Sea Ranch Access Trail, Hood Mountain Regional Park, Howarth Park.
Restaurants in Sonoma County
1. Pepperwood Preserve
2. Sonoma Overlook Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By mgoss444
This hike is a must do for anyone who enjoys the outdoors. 3.1 mile hike, just a few blocks from the town square. The trail is well maintained and is gradually traverses up the hill. Plenty of shade and open areas along the trail. Views of the Sonoma Valley from the top are gorgeous. You will pass people going up and down but it is not crowded. No dogs or bikes allowed. Keep an eye out for the occassional hawk at the top of the trail.
3. Jenner Headlands
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By theadventurebuddies - Manhattan Beach, United States
The Adventure Buddies went for a beautiful hike at Jenner Headlands to see the incredible Sonoma County coastline. Great place to get good photos, fresh air, exercise or have a picnic and relax. Whether it’s sunrise or sunset so pretty!
4. 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.
5. Horseshoe Cove Overlook
6. Pomo Canyon Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By OverTheHillHikers - Woodbridge, United States
This is one of our favorite hikes when we visit Bodega Bay. After a night of steady rain, we ventured out from the parking lot at Shell Beach. The trailhead is just across the street and there is a bonus beach hike at Shell Beach. We love this hike because it takes you through various micro climates from rolling hills, thru scrubby canyons, into the Red Hill redwoods and then back to the beach. The attached photos speak for themselves! Highly recommended!
7. Pinnacle Gulch Coastal Access Trail
8. Walk On Beach Sea Ranch Access Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By SF_SuzyQ
There are a lot of private roads in Sea Ranch given the strict policies for building and a community that is meant to take care of everything. Therefore when you have opportunities to be in a public access trail, you should totally take advantage of it. I loved getting to see some houses up close as well as of course a view of the Pacific Ocean.
9. Hood Mountain Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By pfefmeister - San Francisco, United States
Took the shuttle on a wonderful Saturday. Parked at the trailhead at Goodspeed on Los Alamos, and was shuttled over to Pythian at Hood Mountain. This was done on April 13th. Great opportunity to go up and over Hood. Took Lower and Upper Johnson to the summit and back down on Goodspeed. Tons of wildflowers, with the burned trees providing a stark foreground. Total mileage was just under 8 miles in about 4 hours. Love the one-way hiking opportunities.
10. Howarth Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By princeofpinot
This 138-acre community park is adjacent to Spring Lake Regional Park with parking entrance (free!) on Summerfield Road. The extensive walking trails, both paved and unpaved, are very popular with runners, couples, singles, and women with youngsters in strollers. There are a few dirt bikers seen on weekends mainly. The paved paths offer mild up and down portions but are primarily flat. A four-mile loop is available around the small lake at Howarth Park. The Howarth Park trails hook up with the many trails and larger lake at Spring Lake Regional Park. The two lakes are very calm and scenic and boating, kayaking, paddle boarding and fishing are available. There are multiple picnic areas (some can be reserved for groups), and a small amusement area (check website for hours at different times of the year). This is a safe park that is appealing to all ages and highly recommended. Open sunrise to sunset.
