Sonoma County's Scenic Parks
More than 60 regional and state parks beckon travelers to hike through redwood forests, paddle along the coast or rivers, or just sit down and enjoy the sounds of nature:
Documenting Fire Recovery at Sonoma Valley Regional Park
Help document Sonoma Valley Regional Park's recovery from the Nun's Fire by contributing to a time-lapse photo project. Look for the smartphone frame on the Valley of the Moon Trail and follow the easy instructions. Over time, the images will be curated and shared to show how the landscape heals from wildfire.
Sonoma Valley Regional Park Part 1
The quest to visit as many Sonoma county parks as possible continues. This newest adventure finds the Intrepid Cat Whisperer at Sonoma Valley Regional Park...
Sonoma County - Sonoma Mountain Hike
There’s a section of the Bay Area Ridge Trail between Jack London State Historic Park & North Sonoma Mountain Regional Park. Begin at writer Jack London’s captivating Beauty Ranch. Explore the ranch buildings & learn about his experiments in farming. After passing through the ranch, the route climbs Sonoma Mountain. The views of the Valley of the Moon are stupendous. The trail continues into the new North Sonoma Mountain Regional Park. There are vistas of magical Bennett Valley, which Native Americans considered sacred.
Visit hikingthegoldenstate.com for additional hike details.
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Enjoy Life in Sonoma Valley
Located in the heart of Northern California wine country, Sonoma Valley is a 17-mile long valley within Sonoma County that encompasses the city of Sonoma and the villages of The Springs, Glen Ellen, Carneros, Bennett Valley and Kenwood. A year-round destination, Sonoma Valley is home to more than 100 premium wineries; a variety of lodging options ranging from luxury hotels to charming bed and breakfasts; award-winning olive oil producers; breweries; artisan shopping; delicious dining; 13,000 acres of state and regional parks; world-class spas and endless discovery. The town of Sonoma is the birthplace of the state of California, as well as the state’s wine industry. Sonoma Valley is home to the state’s oldest commercial and oldest family-run wineries, and 85 five percent of wineries within Sonoma Valley are family owned. The destination, which is easily accessible from all major Northern California airports, encourages all visitors to partake in its wine country lifestyle and enjoy a vacation that is fun, friendly and beautiful.
North Sonoma Mountain Regional Park and Preserve
North Sonoma Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve offers hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing amid sweeping views of Sonoma County's Wine Country. Located near Santa Rosa and the Sonoma Valley, hiking options include North Sonoma Mountain Ridge Trail, which connects to Jack London State Historic Park. Plan your visit at SonomaCountyParks.org. Video filmed and produced by MarkWinterlin.com.
Unique Contemporary Estate in Glen Ellen, California
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This unique contemporary estate on approx. 24+ acres situated in the Glen Ellen hills above Sonoma Valley is comprised of an approx. 2,000 sq.ft. main house, an approx. 400 sq.ft. guest cottage subtly set apart from the main living area for privacy, an approx. 240 sq.ft. office that doubles as a multiuse studio and an 800 sq.ft. carport with ample storage space attached. Anchoring the outside living area are outdoor dining areas, a spacious swimming pool with a solar heated spa for the ultimate relaxation experience while surrounded by thoughtful gentle landscaping.
The collaborative efforts of the owner, the architect, Keith Handing and the builder, Fairweather Associates, paid strict attention so that the final project rested in total harmony with its surroundings while soaking in the beautiful views of mountains and vineyards. Maximum efforts were employed to make sure that the least amount of disruption to the habitat resulted, leaving the surrounding landscape in its most natural state. The use of Corten Steel Siding with its weathered patina, reclaimed redwood and neutral colored stucco, and generous placement of glass, all enhance the environmentally conscious vision the estate has achieved.
Within minutes to Historic Downtown Glen Ellen with world class restaurants, gourmet grocery store, wineries, Jack London State Park, Annadel State Park & Sonoma Regional Park.
Property ID: W2VS8B
Helen Putnam Regional Park (Fish Pond) - Petaluma, California
Taking the ridge trail back to the fish pond at Helen Putnam Regional Park in southwest Petaluma.
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Gunsight Rock at Hood Mountain Regional Park & Preserve
The Gunsight Rock promontory at Hood Mountain Regional Park & Preserve in the Sonoma Valley offers one of the most expansive and stunning perspectives on the Sonoma County landscape. On a clear day you can see south to San Francisco Bay, west past Santa Rosa to the Pacific Ocean, and northwest to the Russian River Valley. Plan your hike at SonomaCountyParks.org. Video filmed and produced by MarkWinterlin.com.
Enjoy Sonoma Wine Country Life with Friends
Located in the heart of Northern California wine country, Sonoma Valley is a 17-mile long valley within Sonoma County that encompasses the city of Sonoma and the villages of The Springs, Glen Ellen, Carneros, Bennett Valley and Kenwood. A year-round destination, Sonoma Valley is home to more than 100 premium wineries; a variety of lodging options ranging from luxury hotels to charming bed and breakfasts; award-winning olive oil producers; breweries; artisan shopping; delicious dining; 13,000 acres of state and regional parks; world-class spas and endless discovery. The town of Sonoma is the birthplace of the state of California, as well as the state’s wine industry. Sonoma Valley is home to the state’s oldest commercial and oldest family-run wineries, and 85 five percent of wineries within Sonoma Valley are family owned. The destination, which is easily accessible from all major Northern California airports, encourages all visitors to partake in its wine country lifestyle and enjoy a vacation that is fun, friendly and beautiful.
Bennett Valley Vineyard Estate 5445 Sonoma Mountain Road
This is Quintessential wine country living on picturesque Sonoma Mountain Road in Bennett Valley nestled between Glen Ellen, Kenwood and Santa Rosa. This 24.59-acre vineyard estate features a total of 5.8 acres planted consisting of 2.36 acres of Pinot Noir, .908 acres of Chardonnay and 1.17 acres of Syrah with estate fruit that has consistently produced estate wines rated between 90-94 points.
The main house is 2,460+/- square feet with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. All the bedrooms have en-suite baths and walk in closets. It offers vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, a wolf stove, wrap-around porch, perfect privacy and amazing 360-degree views.
The guest house is 1,333+/- square feet with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and an office built above a 3-car garage of equal size. It’s floor plan consists of a great-room/kitchen combo that looks out on the gorgeous views of the adjacent vineyards and regional park. It’s tastefully appointed with tile floors, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, granite counter-tops, a view balcony and private outside entrance.
This property sits adjacent to Sonoma Mountain Regional Park which offers 820-acres and includes a 4-mile section of the Bay Area Ridge Trail that connects to Jack London State Historic Park’s 26-mile trail network for hiking, horseback trail riding and mountain biking. The Bay Area Ridge Trail is an evolving effort to create 550 miles of continuous public trail that rings San Francisco Bay. The Ridge Trail begins in the ferns and redwoods on the south fork of Matanzas Creek, then climbs to nearly 2,000 feet through forests of oaks and bay laurels treating hikers to stunning views of peaks surrounding Santa Rosa and Sonoma Valley. Hike or ride your horses directly from your 3-stall horse barn to the many exceptional restaurants in charming Glen Ellen. Enjoy world class cuisine, viticulture and an equestrian lifestyle from this luxury Estate!
The guest house is 1,333+/- square feet with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and an office built above a 3-car garage of equal size. It’s floor plan consists of a great-room/kitchen combo that looks out on the gorgeous views of the adjacent vineyards and regional park. It’s tastefully appointed with tile floors, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, granite counter-tops, a view balcony and private outside entrance.
Lake Sonoma in the morning
The view from Homestead campground, site #1. Taken July 15, 2011, at 8:30am.
Highway 12 from Santa Rosa through Kenwood and Glen Ellen to Sonoma
Time lapse drive on beautiful Highway 12 in Sonoma County, Northern California. Aria from JS Bach Goldberg Variations, performed by the Jacques Loussier Trio.
North from Sonoma on Highway 12.
A brisk Sunday morning drive from the bridge connecting Petaluma Avenue to Highway 12, then north past the Maxwell Farms regional park, Boyes Hot Springs, Fetters Hot Springs, and Aqua Caliente. Turning south on Arnold Drive, we see Glen Ellen, then the Sonoma State Developmental Center near Jack London State Historical Park, and pass by Eldridge and El Verano, finally stopping at Watmaugh Road.
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This 40 Acre Bennett Valley Country Home was built in 1906 & sits on a beautiful 40+/-acre parcel with dramatic views over Bennett Valley across from the Sonoma Ridge Park & trail network which connects to Jack London State Park in Glen Ellen. It has a 2nd 1,200+/- square foot detached office/guest house building that is very nicely appointed with modern amenities throughout. The original house is in need of remodeling or just live in the guest house while you build your dream home. The property has 4.5+/-acres planted to Pinot Noir & Chardonnay vines as well as a CA State recognized pond & acres of additional use-able land suitable for horses. The land itself is gentle to rolling offering a wine country setting 2nd to none that looks out over Bennett Valley, one of Sonoma Counties most beautiful and convenient locations nestled between Glen Ellen, Kenwood & Santa Rosa with easy access to San Francisco and the Bay area.
This land & vineyard sits within 3 AVA’s; Sonoma Mountain, Bennett Valley, and Sonoma Valley. That means wines produced from grapes grown here can be labeled as coming from any of the 3 AVA’s, which is a huge advantage to marketing and bottle pricing.
The home is located across from hiking and equestrian riding trails within the North Sonoma Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve, which is the newest Sonoma County park. This 820-acre park includes a 4-mile section of the Bay Area Ridge Trail connecting to Jack London State Historic Park for through-hiking opportunities. The Ridge Trail begins in the ferns and redwoods on the south fork of Matanzas Creek, then climbs to nearly 2,000 feet through forests of oaks and bay laurels. The trail treats hikers to stunning views of peaks surrounding Santa Rosa and Sonoma Valley.
Surrounding Bennett Valley are two additional large parks each with extensive trail networks for horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking. See the links below for more information reading all three parks: North Sonoma Mountain Regional Park, Annadel State Park & the Taylor Mountain Regional Park & Open Space Preserve.
This property is centrally located to some of the best areas that Sonoma County has to offer. It is only 6 miles from Glen Ellen where there is World-Class wineries and restaurants including the Glen Ellen Star, 14 miles from historic downtown Sonoma, and 26 miles to downtown shopping and fine dining in Healdsburg. It’s also only 11 miles to downtown Santa Rosa which has vast shopping, restaurants, award winning school districts & more. This Sonoma Mountain estate offers the very best of wine country living.
Here are some interesting links containing more information and history for Bennett Valley as well as information on Bennett Valley parks for your convenience:
Bennett Valley History and Information
Taylor Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve
Taylor Mountain Hiking Trails
Taylor Mountain Regional Park
North Sonoma Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve
Annadel State Park
Annadel Hiking Trails
Sonoma A to Z: F is for Fog
From misty mornings to nippy nights, the Sonoma County’s fog influences every aspect of our lifestyle. So much more than a mood-setter, our cooling, hydrating fog is beloved by winegrowers, a friend to our native wildlife and essential for the health of our towering redwoods. Find more info: sonomacounty.com
Top 15 Things To Do In Santa Rosa, California
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Here are top 15 things to do in Santa Rosa, California
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4. Luther Burbank Home & Gardens -
5. The Children’s Museum of Sonoma County -
6. Charles M. Schulz Museum -
7. Museums of Sonoma County -
8. Railroad Square Historic District -
9. Santa Rosa Original Certified Farmers Market -
10. Pacific Coast Air Museum -
11. California Cheese Trail -
12. St. Francis Winery and Vineyards -
13. Annadel State Park -
14. Wells Fargo Center for the Arts -
15. Spring Lake Regional Park -
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Forest Bathing in Sonoma County
Enjoy a dose of tranquility and rejuvenation by forest bathing in Sonoma County. Leave technology behind and find renewal in such Sonoma County forests as those found at Riverfront Regional Park, Grove of the Old Trees, Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, Jack London State Historic Park, and the Pomo Canyon Trail. Read more about Forest Bathing in Sonoma County at
Mountain lions play at Jack London Winery in Sonoma
Mountain lions captured on a security camera at Jack London Vineyards in Sonoma on Thursday, Oct. 4, 2016. Video by Kenwood Vineyards.
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