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Amy Bush rides along the Sound of Music trail in the Monte Rio Redwoods Regional Park & Open Space Preserve near Occidental on Thursday, June 11, 2026. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

Monte Rio Redwoods Park Expands for Mountain Biking Recreation

August 2026August 2026

A rugged Monte Rio refuge quadrupled in size last year, offering nearly 30 miles of trails lovingly maintained by an all-volunteer local cycling association.

Hikers Jeffrey Hallack and Deborah Symes hike back to the trailhead of the recently opened Estero Americano Coastal Preserve Friday, Jan. 30, 2026 in Bodega Bay. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Take a New Path at These Recently Opened Sonoma County Parks

July 2026

Sonoma County is home to hundreds of acres of pristine parkland. Here are three new local parks and preserves to explore.

Lin Khuu, Tim Cahn and Minh Ta descend from Sentinel Point on the Sea to Sky Trail at Jenner Headlands Preserve, Thursday, April 30, 2026. (Kent Porter / The Press Democrat)

Our Ultimate Guide to Sonoma County’s Great Outdoors

July 2026July 2026

Whether seeking thrills or something more chill, here are the places and experiences that make our outdoors such a great place to be.

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Where To See Bioluminescence in Sonoma and Marin Counties

July 2026

Bioluminescence is produced through a chemical reaction in microscopic phytoplankton. View the natural light show with these local tours.

Birding guides Miles and Teresa Tuffli of Guerneville, founders of I'm Birding Right Now. (Courtesy I'm Birding Right Now)

Russian River Birding Guides Want to Help You Discover the Joy of Local Nature

March 2025April 2025

Take a nature walk with Guerneville's birding guides, who make bird-watching accessible to everyone — at home, in the park or on the go.

Jack London State Historic Park in Glen Ellen. (Courtesy of Jack London State Historic Park)

Glen Ellen Park Offers New Reason to Get Outside in Sonoma County This Fall

August 2024August 2024

Glen Ellen's Jack London State Historic Park will host a hiking series challenge this fall to explore the area's history and natural beauty.

Peri Olsson of Santa Rosa takes her dog Teddy on a walk at Taylor Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve in Santa Rosa. (Alvin Jornada/The Press Democrat)

25 Favorite Hikes in Sonoma County

June 2022May 2026

Stunning views, family-friendly strolls and rugged trails make these hikes some of the best in Sonoma County.

For the winter season, Tolay Lake Regional Park is open to members only. (Photos by Robbi Pengelly/Index-Tribune)

Beat the Winter Blues With These Outdoor Events in Sonoma County

February 2019February 2019

Cure cabin fever by stepping out in nature. From whale watching adventures to family hikes, these events take place rain or shine.

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