The Best Park / Open Space in North Bay

Lake Lodoga

East Park Dam (Lake Lodoga) is an agricultural irrigation dam and reservoir on Little Stony Creek, about 30 miles (48 km) southwest of Orland. more

Nestled in the beautiful coastal foothills of Sonoma County, California, Lake Sonoma is surrounded by world famous vineyards and land that is rich in history. Created by the construction of Warm Springs Dam in 1983, the lake provides for flood contro... more

Lake Sonoma Resort

Lake Sonoma Resort Marina is a publicly accessible waterfront facility that offers access to the water and provides space to moor or dock boats and yachts. In addition to docking and storage, the Marina provides services such as fuel and marine suppl... more

Marin Headlands

The Marin Headlands houses an amazing richness of biological diversity due to the variety of habitats and unique geology of the area. Discover the many cultures that have called the Marin Headlands home. This includes the history of the Miwok Indian... more

Marinship Park

3 lighted tennis courts, parking lot and restrooms, lawn area.  Home to the Sausalito Art Festival.   A popular dog-walk / run area. more

McInnis Park

McInnis Park offers an award-winning skatepark, two softball fields, two soccer fields, a kayak / canoe launch, four tennis courts, a group picnic area, and nature trails. It is home to the McInnis Park Golf Center, managed by a private concessionair... more

McNears Beach County Park

Set in a beautiful sheltered cove with mature landscaping, this 55 acre regional park is located along the shores of San Pablo Bay in San Rafael, southeast of China Camp State Park. The fishing pier is extremely popular—anglers fish for sturgeo... more

Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens

Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens was founded in 1961 by retired nurseryman Ernest Schoefer and his wife, Betty. Ernest's keen eye spotted the ample supply of water augmented by the mild coastal climate and quality soil essential to acid-loving plant... more

Mendocino Headlands State Park

Mendocino Headlands State Park with its unique blend of gentle trails, rugged coastline, secluded beaches and timeless history surrounds the picturesque Village of Mendocino on three sides.  Miles of trails wind along the cliffs, giving the casu... more

Mendocino Headlands State Park

This 347-acre green belt, on the headlands between Highway One and the Pacific Ocean, surrounds the town of Mendocino. Sheer bluffs rising from a rocky shoreline form the park's southern section. The historic Ford House Visitor Center (built in 1854)... more

Mendocino Woodlands State Park

The Mendocino Woodlands State Park is a year-round group camping retreat facility and environmental center nestled in the heart of the Redwood Forest, just Northeast of the town of Mendocino. A 720 acre park, the Woodlands offers three private group... more

Menke Park - Piccolo Pavilion

Menke Park is a cute little park and informal picnic area surrrounded by shops. Piccolo Pavilion makes for the perfect little stage for theater, community, and music events. more

MLK Park

Large Lawn area, a softball field/backstop, 1/3 mile track area, bathrooms, children's playground, basketball courts, pickle ball, tennis courts, dog park and gym. more

Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve

Getting to Montgomery Woods can be an adventure in itself. Orr Springs Road is windy and long, and reduces to a single lane in spots. But for adventurous types, the trip is well worth it. The old-growth trees in this oasis of solitude have survived f... more

Mount Tamalpais State Park

Just north of San Francisco and the Golden Gate, is Mount Tamalpais State Park (MTSP), 6,300 acres of redwood groves, oak woodlands, grassland slopes, chaparral and rocky ridges. Offering spectacular views of the nearby Pacific and the surrounding... more

Mt. Tam State Park

Just north of San Francisco's Golden Gate is Mount Tamalpais, 6,300 acres of redwood groves and oak woodlands with a spectacular view from the 2,571-foot peak. On a clear day, visitors can see the Farallon Islands 25 miles out to sea, the Marin Co... more

Mt. Tamalpais

Just north of San Francisco's Golden Gate is Mount Tamalpais, 6,300 acres of redwood groves and oak woodlands with a spectacular view from the 2,571-foot peak. On a clear day, visitors can see the Farallon Islands 25 miles out to sea, the Marin Co... more

Muir Beach State Park

Muir Beach preserves a sandy strip of coastline where Redwood Creek reaches the ocean. High bluffs border the beach to the north and south, while wetlands and a lagoon can be found behind the beach. Nearby, the Muir Beach Overlook provides spectacula... more

Navarro River Redwoods State Park

The park is comprised of 660 acres along a 14 mile contiguous river corridor, preserving an intricately connected web of aquatic and terrestrial plants and wildlife. Navarro-by-the-Sea is a non-profit working to restore the two historic structures... more

Old Mill Park

Old Mill Park is set in redwoods and features a playground with a climbing structure and swings. There are also picnic benches near playground. more

Peri Park

Peri Park has a lovely picnic and playground area nestled in the redwood grove. You can reserved the space by following the steps listed below. For Park Rental Inquiries: Please call (415) 458-2342 during normal business hours Monday-Thursdays.... more

Petaluma Community Center

Among the places to hold events in Sonoma County, few are sitting on 27 magnificent acres. Lucchesi Park and the Petaluma Community Center offer you access to 10 conference rooms, including one with a lighted stage and a dressing area, a children's p... more

Petaluma Turning Basin

The Petaluma River Turning Basin is a public launch located near the heart of downtown Petaluma, with many restaurants, shops, and a hotel nearby. The floating dock provide access to the Petaluma River, which is navigable downriver all the way to the... more

Pioneer Park

Facilities at Pioneer Park include a drinking fountain, restrooms, children’s playground, gazebo and a picnic area. The playground is equipped with new state of the art playground equipment.  The Gazebo Area is available for small outdoor... more

Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park

Point Cabrillo Light State State Historic Park features the beautifully rehabilitated 1909 lighthouse and 11 other structures, including three lightkeepers homes. In a nearby cove rest the remamins of the Frolic, the most important Gold Rush-era ship... more

Point Reyes National Seashore

Point Reyes National Seashore contains unique elements of biological and historical interest in a spectacularly scenic panorama of thunderous ocean breakers, open grasslands, bushy hillsides and forested ridges. Native land mammals number about 37 sp... more

Ragle Ranch Park

Ragle Ranch Regional Park in west Sebastopol features soccer and softball fields, tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, a playground, off-leash dog park, peace garden, and group and individual picnic sites with barbecues. The park is noted for it... more

Russian Gulch State Park

Two miles north of Mendocino, Russian Gulch State Park spans nearly 1.5 miles of ocean frontage that bloom with wildflowers in the spring. The park's most famous feature, Devil's Punchbowl, formed when pounding waves forged an inland tunnel and left... more

Russian River Mendocino District

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Samuel P. Taylor State Park

Samuel P. Taylor State Park has over 2,700 acres of wooded countryside in the steep rolling hills of Marin County north of San Francisco. The park features a unique contrast of coast redwoods groves and open grassland. From San Francisco, cross th... more

Santos Meadows

A meadow and open, treeless area near the beginning of Muir Woods.  The meadow serves as a meeting place for some events. more

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Schooner Gulch State Beach

The beach and headlands preserve a scenic spot along the Mendocino Coast and offers a stunning perch for watching sunsets, or merely sitting in the grass as the afternoon sun glistens on the waters below. Fishing, picnicking, and surfing are popular... more

Shollenberger Park

This 165 acre wetlands park (with 16 acres of accessible trails) includes the features listed below.  The pathways connect through Alman Marsh and to the Ellis Creek Treatment Plant. more

Shoreline Park - Tiburon

Open green space with Bay views.   A wonderful place to walk or even have a picnic. more

Sonoma Plaza

This wonderful, tree-covered, central square is a perfect park to take a meet friends before a meal or the place to be to simply enjoy an ice cream cone.   Dogs are welcome around the perimeter of the Plaza park only. There is a dog park four b... more

Sonoma State Historic Park

Sonoma State Historic Park is open to the public almost every day of the year, except for several major national holidays. Park staff members are on duty in the Mission and at the Vallejo Home. There is a large parking lot behind the Toscano Hotel an... more

Stafford Lake Park

Situated on the shores of Stafford Lake, three miles west of Novato, this 139-acre regional park serves large scale events, large picnics, musical performances, and other festivities that have a countywide and regional draw. Stafford is unique among... more

Sugarloaf Ridge State Park

Sugarloaf Ridge State Park contains the headwaters of Sonoma Creek. It runs through gorge and canyon, across the meadow floor, beneath scenic rock outcroppings, and is surrounded at times by redwoods and ferns. With 47 family sized campsites and 25 m... more

Tennessee Valley

Tennessee Valley is an amazing offshoot of the Marin Headlands, with hiking trails that suit the whole family. The Tennessee Valley Trail is mostly level; it begins at the parking area and travels 1.7 miles to Tennessee Beach. For the more adventurou... more

Tennessee Valley Trail

Tennessee Valley is an amazing offshoot of the Marin Headlands, with hiking trails to suit the whole family. The Tennessee Valley Trail is mostly level; it begins at the parking area and travels 1.7 miles to Tennessee Beach. For the more adventurous... more

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