Helen Putnam in spring

Parks Access

Wildfire: Some parks are closed due ongoing evacuation orders and wildfire. Covid-19: Social distancing and face coverings are required. Playgrounds and other group facilities are closed. First-come, first-served campsites are not available. 

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Social Distancing at Spring Lake Park

Safe Practices in Parks

Do your part to protect yourself and others when visiting parks during the Covid-19 health emergency. Watch this video to learn about social distancing, face covering requirements and trail guidelines for visitors. 

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View from the Spire at Hood Mountain Regional Park

Lawson Trail Opens at Hood Mountain

Hikers, cyclists and equestrians have new access to a section of wilderness in Sonoma Valley's Mayacamas Mountains, thanks to the recently constructed Lawson Trail at Hood Mountain Regional Park & Preserve.

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Full Moon Paddle at Riverfront

Join Us for Fall Fun

Join us for socially distanced kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, day camps, park cleanups and other small-group activities. And we continue to host our "Nearby Nature" virtual programs to keep us connected to the outdoors as we all stay closer to home.

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Upcoming Events

  • Featured Event: Facebook Live: Geology of the Coast

    Facebook Live: Geology of the Coast

    When: October 22, 2020 from 2:30 – 2:45 PM

    We’re going live! This summer, join us Thursdays for fun, short science spiels as we share a little about who and what make our parks home. Tune in, start a watch party, and have fun learning about our awesome parks.

  • Facebook Live: Sand Flea Circus - Macro Organisms at the Beach

    When: October 29, 2020 from 2:30 – 2:45 PM

    We’re going live! This summer, join us Thursdays for fun, short science spiels as we share a little about who and what make our parks home. Tune in, start a watch party, and have fun learning about our awesome parks.

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