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  • Doran Beach boys running in surf 1900

    Splash in the surf

  • Steelhead Beach friends on the river 1900

    Float down the river with friends 

  • Two children taking a nature walk at Spring Lake 1900

    Connect with nature on a family hike

Father and daughter at Spring Lake Water Park

The Water Park

Big summer fun is underway at Spring Lake's water park, where the floating playground, swimming lagoon, and boat rentals are open daily. 

Make a splash

Yoga at Andy's Unity Park

Summer Outings

From yoga practice to summer camps and cultural hikes to full moon outings, our summer activities guide offers dozens of ways to discover your Sonoma County parks.  

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Man with a kite at Doran Beach

Play More, Pay Less

An annual membership is the easiest, most affordable way to regularly enjoy Sonoma County's Regional Parks. Members get free parking, a free night of camping and other benefits. 

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2019 Trails Challenge

Take the Trails Challenge

Join the Sonoma County Trails Challenge and see how far you'll go this summer. Hike 5 or more trails in the 2019 Trails Challenge guidebook and get a free T-shirt!

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Upcoming Events

  • Featured Event: Community Work Day

    Community Work Day

    Today: June 27, 2019 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    Andy's Unity Park
    Do you want to build community and give back? Volunteers are needed to help weed, mulch, plant and maintain this special park and community garden.

  • Funky Fridays

    Tomorrow: June 28, 2019 from 5:30 – 9:00 PM

    Hood Mountain Regional Park
    Enjoy live music from some of the best bands in Northern California at this popular outdoor concert series that supports Regional Parks.

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Latest News

  • Featured News:

    Prescribed fire planned for Sonoma Valley Regional Park on June 17, 2019

    Published on June 13, 2019

    The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit, is planning a prescribed burn for Sonoma Valley Regional Park along Highway 12 in Glen Ellen on Monday, June 17, 2019. Fire crews will burn approximately 34 acres between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Smoke will be visible in the air and fire crews and flames will be visible along the highway frontage while the burn is managed.

  • Butterfly Secrets: Wing Design, Navigation Skills & Other Cool Butterfly Facts

    Published on May 21, 2019

    Fluttering waves of painted lady butterflies have been passing through Sonoma County’s parks this spring, dancing north in the millions, thanks to the bountiful rains in Southern California this year. But the black and orange ladies aren’t the only butterflies on the wing. To go butterfly spotting with a new appreciation, check what we’re learning about this insect's colors, designs and crazy-good navigation skills.  

  • Alcohol, Bus Access Regulated at Steelhead, Sunset Beaches for Summer

    Published on May 21, 2019

    To help reduce visitor impacts on Russian River parks and neighborhoods, Sonoma County Regional Parks is regulating alcohol possession and commercial bus access at Steelhead and Sunset beaches from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.