Whether the day is spent hiking secluded trails through wooded parks, cycling its quiet back roads, camping within earshot of the ocean's roar, paddling a canoe along the Russian River, teeing it up in the redwoods, or any combination of the above Sonoma County's perfect settings ensure a peak performance. It Travelers who climb out of their cars are richly rewarded at Sonoma County's state and regional parks that offer excellent hiking, camping and horseback riding in spectacular settings.
Hiking trails lace the county from end to end.
Many reveal spectacular sights, such as those that explore Armstrong Redwoods, while others such as Jack London State Park take hikers back in time as they explore the romantic ruins of the author's dream home. The Pomo Canyon Trail goes from the Pomo Canyon Campground in Jenner to Shell Beach . An ancient trading route of the Pomo and Miwok people, the trail features redwood groves and spectacular panoramic vistas of the Pacific Ocean. The round-trip hike takes about four hours. Annadel State Park near Santa Rosa has 5,000 acres of rolling hills, streams, woodlands, and wildflower meadows.