Regional Parks

Welcome to Sonoma County Regional Parks where the Sonoma Coast, the Russian River, the Sonoma Valley and other spectacular settings are yours to explore.

Hike, camp, host a picnic, ride a bike, paddle a kayak, or simply take in the view. Whatever your idea of outdoor fun, you're sure to find it in the Regional Parks.

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Upcoming Events

Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
Tomorrow: January 21, 2019 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Hood Mountain Regional Park - Pythian Road Entrance
Regional Parks will join thousands of organizations nationwide by hosting a project in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Volunteers will remove invasive French broom plants from the Lower Johnson Ridge Trail at Hood Mountain Regional Park.
Intermediate Trail Running
When: January 26, 2019 from 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Helen Putnam Regional Park
Step it up this winter on invigorating group runs! We will traverse the trails with some ups and downs on a 3+ miler.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting
When: January 28, 2019 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Winging It Wednesdays
When: January 30, 2019 from 8:30 – 10:30 AM
Hunter Creek Trail
Enjoy leisurely bird walks for all levels of experience on the last Wednesday of every month.
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Latest News

December 2018 - Your Next Park: Mark West Regional Park & Preserve
Published on December 11, 2018
Exciting news: We now own 1,192 acres for Sonoma County's newest park, Mark West Regional Park & Open Space Preserve! We are so grateful to our acquisition partners at Sonoma County Ag + Open Space, to the ranching families who wanted to conserve and share this land, and to the taxpayers who support our natural landscapes. Now we begin the multi-year process of planning for a permanent park opening. In the meantime, we'll host regular "park preview" days beginning in March. We hope you'll visit.
Parks Takes Ownership of 1,200 Acres for Mark West Regional Park and Open Space Preserve
Published on December 5, 2018
The Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District has purchased and transferred nearly 1,200 acres along Mark West Creek to Sonoma County Regional Parks to eventually open to the public as a park and preserve. Ag + Open Space worked with local landowners for over 15 years to preserve this area northeast of Santa Rosa, investing nearly $23 million in local tax dollars.
November 2018 - Funding Measure Would Support County, City Parks
Published on November 2, 2018
Sonoma County voters on Nov. 6 will be asked to create a dedicated source of funding for their regional and city parks. If approved by two-thirds of voters, Measure M's 1/8-cent sales tax will help repair parks, reduce wildfire risks, protect waterways and wildlife, open public lands, extend trails, and improve access to parks. Learn more about park needs countywide and the citizen oversight for Measure M by reading the expenditure plan and fact sheet.
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Press Releases

Sonoma County Regional Parks Takes Ownership of 1,200 Acres for Mark West Creek Regional Park and Open Space Preserve
Published on December 5, 2018
The Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District has purchased and transferred nearly 1,200 acres of land along Mark West Creek to Sonoma County Regional Parks to eventually open to the public as a park and open space preserve. Ag + Open Space worked with local landowners for over 15 years to preserve this area northeast of Santa Rosa. Regional Parks will begin the process of planning for a permanent park opening.
Mountain Lion Researcher Presents “Living with Lions” Session for Community
Published on November 28, 2018
Sonoma County Regional Parks is hosting a talk by mountain lion researcher Quinton Martins at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 12 at the Windsor Regional Library. The session will provide information on the movement, diet and behavior of mountain lions tracked by the “Living with Lions” project, a community conservation project Martins leads for Audubon Canyon Ranch.
Free Parking for Veterans on 2018 Holiday Weekend
Published on October 31, 2018
In honor of Veterans Day, military members and veterans will receive free parking at all Sonoma County Regional Parks for the upcoming holiday weekend. Passes are available in advance at Sonoma County Regional Parks’ main office and Sonoma County Veterans Service Office and from Nov. 3 through the holiday weekend at the staffed entrances to Spring Lake, Doran and Ragle Ranch parks.
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