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Conquer Sonoma County's peaks: 5 challenging trails with stunning views
Discover five Sonoma County regional park peaks that offer breathtaking views.These challenging yet rewarding trails will leave you feeling accomplished and recharged.
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Dog-friendly trails in Sonoma County
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Discover the tranquility of Riverfront Regional Park’s Lake Trail
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Doran Beach in winter: An insider's guide
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Raptors: Sonoma County’s wintertime visitors
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Slow down, make time for "Awe Walks"
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Winter hikes in Sonoma County
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Three hikes on North Sonoma Mountain
North Sonoma Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve offers several hiking options with stunning Sonoma County views. Here are itineraries for three hikes in this park in the heart of Wine Country.
Winter hikes in Sonoma County
For outdoor enthusiasts, one of the best things about living in Sonoma County is the moderate weather. Except for days with heavy rains, hiking here can be a year-round pleasure. From the Sonoma Valley to the Sonoma Coast, here are some of Regional Parks' favorite winter hikes.
Slow down, make time for "Awe Walks"
One of the more powerful feelings we experience in nature is awe. Imagine standing on the lip of the Grand Canyon or under a clear night sky bursting with stars. Experts say awe is a response to something so astonishing, beautiful, powerful or vast it exceeds our usual understanding of the world. But we also can feel awe when taking a stroll and shifting our attention outward. The attention we pay to an experience determines the effect it has and how lasting those affects will be. In other words, letting go and being absorbed in the experience is key.
Discover the tranquility of Riverfront Regional Park’s Lake Trail
Explore Riverfront Regional Park’s Lake Trail in West Sonoma County, a peaceful 2-mile loop near Windsor and Healdsburg. Visitors can enjoy scenic lake views and riparian and redwood forests along the Russian River. The dog-friendly park is a perfect sport for easy hiking, picnicking and fishing in Wine Country.
Riverside meander on the Makahmo Trail in Cloverdale
Cloverdale River Park, nestled along the Russian River in northern Sonoma County, offers a scenic and accessible outdoor experience. The park’s main path, the 1-mile Makahmo Trail, is a paved, relatively flat route ideal for birding, wildlife viewing, and enjoying forested hillside views. With ADA-accessible parking, restrooms, and picnic areas, the trail accommodates strollers and wheelchairs, though some river access points remain unpaved. Visitors can enjoy a peaceful stroll through cottonwood and buckeye groves, cross a seasonal creek, and relax at riverside picnic spots. Leashed dogs are welcome, and the park also provides non-motorized boat access.