What a beautiful park!…read more As I was walking around I saw this nice park with gorgeous trees I wanted to go and check it out. Decided to walk here, enjoyed the pure air and the weather and it was fantastic. It has many benches so I was able to sit down and relax too. I love to walk around and take pictures and this part was perfect to do so!

We were in the neighborhood and love that giant redwood tree here! It's very impressive! It's a…read moregreat park for dogs and playing frisbee! It's absolutely gorgeous here. I want to move in here.

We finally made it to this trail and happy we did. As we had a late start there was only enough…read moretime to make it up 3 miles before returning. The fall colors and the views were magnificent. I suggest wearing good shoes- especially for the descent as there are loose rocks. I didn't need my hiking poles on the way up yet they were handy coming back down. The rock type is Andesite lava & Rhyolite (I had to look it up). Really fascinating topography. Limited parking available at parking lot at main entrance. It is free however there is a donation box for the Napa Open Space District.

Oat Hill Mine trail is a wonderful hike (it's also great for MTB) with some beautiful views of…read moreCalistoga. It's dog-friendly and one of the only trails I've been on locally where everyone has respected the rule that dogs need to be on leash at all times, which is nice. It's not typically heavily trafficked, and you can go miles without seeing another person. It's particularly beautiful in the fall when the vines start changing colors. Parking usually isn't too difficult. I recommend slapping on some sunscreen before hitting the trail and bringing a hat and sunnies because there's not very much tree coverage. It can get very hot during the summer, so starting earlier in the day is advisable.

I love camping at Bothe-Napa Valley State Park! It's conveniently located just minutes from…read moredowntown Napa, making it easy to grab dinner or pick up takeout to bring back to camp. We usually sleep in our Honda Odyssey with an air mattress, sleeping bags, and an electric blanket, and we always get a great night's rest. The campsite facilities are consistently very clean, and the staff is always warm and friendly. We make sure to bring our own firewood to cook and keep warm by the campfire at night. I frequently bring friends here from Sacramento--it's an incredible, affordable way to relax and enjoy the Napa Valley!

We just spent one night at Bothe-Napa State Park, and it was the perfect first outing with our…read morerooftop tent! we loved it so peaceful. !! The campground is small but charming, nestled between Calistoga and Saint Helena -- a true hidden gem. We've driven by this park so many times on our way to Calistoga. Finally got to check it out and experience it. It's surrounded trees and the soothing sounds of a creek , offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of nearby towns. Trails and even a swimming pool that's open on the weekends. The park is well-maintained, with clean bathrooms and a great atmosphere. It was our first time using the rooftop tent, and this spot couldn't have been more ideal. We're already planning to come back and explore more of the park!

Kinda run down. Bathrooms didn't work but nice place For a…read morepicnic and the geyser is cool. Erupts ever like 30-45 mins

My mom wanted to go see this geyser for her birthday and had seen Old Faithful at Yellowstone so I…read moregave $18 a piece to the telenovela-watching front desk gal and looked at the usual gift-shop coasters and keychains. Also offered was old green water in the "dog friendly" communal dog bowls. But the fun really started when we crossed the rickety wood planked walkway with the creepy empty giant bird cage off to the side and into a mix of Sanford and Sons and Jed Clampett. I'm so glad we went because the comedic relief of the place can't be underestimated. I don't know if we laughed harder at the random "fun house mirror" or the anticlimactic little geyser but the place is as weird on the inside as it is when you drive through the rusty pink gates. There's old structures everywhere and random seating with cushions that I don't think have seen a washer or a hose.....But you don't care because you're waiting for the geyser- It's cool, the idea is cool, but the actual execution is not worth the wait. Especially when you have nothing to do while waiting but to wonder why the property is so horribly neglected. The saving grace is definitely the goats. I had to bribe them to like me with little bits of green grass I pulled out of the dirt and ear scratches but they were sweet. The alpacas didn't care. One sign of progress: actual bathrooms that are fairly clean with running water and hand soap. But seriously- this place has got to be saved by someone or some entity before it crumbles altogether. It's on its last leg and is certainly worth saving and turning into a real educational experience with some sort of other attraction(s) and pride of ownership.

Hiked the Oat Hill Mine Road from the Silverado Trail, Calistoga on Sun 12/12/10. We hiked w/ the…read moreNapa Land Trust starting at 9am, I got up really early to do this hike. Parking - across from the pizza place La Prima (Lake St & Lincoln Ave) or next to the Trailhead. No Bathrooms - just gotta pee in the off to the side of the trail or find a bush. We did the Lower Oat Hill Mine Trail & lunch at Holms Place. Then we went off trail cross country to Point Duff & had great views of Mt St Helena w/ fog under it. Pretty cool. We didn't go to Duff cave w/ platform, but saw a cave - I didn't go up to get a close look, others did. Started 9am, finished 3:40pm with lots of breaks. We did about 11 miles round trip. Advice: Go on a clear day or when there's 10% chance of rain or less. There were a bunch of crazy mountain bikers that don't tell you they are coming up or down so be careful. Didn't see ticks Sun 12/12/10, but saw them 5/13/07.

Outdoor lovely views great gradual hike with shade sun and views…read more... I would rather hike here than write about it so go hike it. It's so worth it especially rocky outcroppings. It's 8.3 miles. Take a hike and enjoy this destination in the Napa Valley

We had a great time visiting the Bale Grist Mill in St. Helena. Our tour guide explained it was…read morebuilt in 1846 from the design in the 1795 book "The Young Mill-Wright & Miller's Guide." I was able to read some of the book from the Library of Congress archives and found Oliver Evans wrote the guide and patented his design in 1790, the year the patent office was formed, before patents were numbered. In 1804 they retroactively assigned him patent number (X3) three. He licensed his design to hundreds of people including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. He became the first American to live off of intellectual property income.

Historic Grist Mill where grain is milled powered by a gigantic water wheel. From the friendly…read morereceptionist to the remarkable tour guide this is a fabulous experience. I have not been here since before the pandemic but it is always an amazing experience. Bring a picnic and sit outside at the tables or take a hike after the guided tour in Bothe-Napa Valley State Park. You will learn a lot about the history of the region. And the milling process. Modest entry fee.

Amazing experience!!! It was like traveling back in time 3 million years. Highly recommend. An…read moreexperience for the whole family you will never forget. A geologist dream!! Go early as it gets crowded during the day and parking gets limited at busy times. Many tour buses with visitors from around the world. Friendly staff.

In between wine adventures, my fiancé and I decided to do little hikes around the area. We found…read morethe Petrified Forest and were excited to check it out. It was about $14 each to enter, which was a little pricey for what we saw. You are able to do the entire space under an hour if you so wish. The people who work here are kind. There is a gift shop with both gifts and drinks. There were rudimentary women and mens restrooms. And plenty of free parking out front. You can check out the petrified woods up close. They also have a lot of informational plaques around.

I Love this place, I can walk my dog in peace, and play soccer, and a good place to hang out. Also,…read moreyou could have a nice cookout with your family or friends while doing activities. I go to this place every day and enjoy the place with friends and family, I wish there were more fields like this![

It's a OK park. Just a field with soccer goals and a little baseball field. Very good for throwing…read morefrisbees.

Wow. What a fantastic hike. But damn, it is a REAL hike! I do not recommend this hike for anyone…read morewho may have a knee injury, balance problems, young children, or someone who is not in good shape. The hike starts off quite mildly as it weaves through trees and is fairly shaded with a wide open trail. Then within ten minutes the terrain changed and you are having to either climb over granite and smoothed stone of a dried up river bed, or hiking down a very steep incline and having to be very careful not to fall. Spectacular breathtaking views. Definitely give yourself an hour and a half each way with a couple stops in between. Bring water with you (I recommend at least two bottle pp), and a snack. My assumption after reading these reviews is that it would be moderately challenging, but this hike is definitely not for the faint of heart! I exercise 4-5 times a week and my boyfriend does as well and we are very young and healthy...this hike kicked our butts, but it was totally worth it to see the beautiful views along the way. Also a great hike for dogs!

Table Rock trail is located within Robert Louis Stevenson State Park. The road to get to the…read moretrailhead is directly north of Calistoga on Highway 29-about 20 minutes from the downtown. There are no facilities and parking can be hard to come by, as there are just two small lots. You're competing with other hikers who might be climbing up Mt St Helena. Mileage wise, the trail signs indicate 4.2 miles round trip. So, while the distance is short, the trail itself is moderate to challenging. There are sections both going in and out with an incline. While the inclines and declines aren't terribly steep, it's the loose rocks, downed trees and washed out trail sections that make it more challenging. I do wish I brought hiking poles to navigate the downhills and found myself tripping a few times, The scenery is quite unique with interesting rock formations along the way. The end of this trail, at Table Rock itself is spectacular, especially in winter when the valley below is green. The area did suffer from fires back in 2017 so there are a lot of burned trees and scrubby landscape. Interesting hike and worth checking out at least once. If you're up for more of a challenge, the trail continues to the Palisades trail and eventually connects down to the Oat Hill Mine trail in Calistoga. Good workout, scenic and not too crowded. Bring water and layers. It's exposed for much of the uphills and I was sweating but then cold and windy at the top. Minus 1 star for the challenging parking situation and washed out (but passable) sections.

Calistoga Pioneer Cemetery is a haunting place. Perched on the side of a cliff, it is a final…read moreresting place for Civil War veterans and Donner Party survivors. A local Boy Scout troop recently made a guide to the cemetery, which dates back to the 1870s. Many original records have been lost, for there are faded tombs where the names have faded into eternity. It's not an easily accessible cemetery- the most one can do is park across the street&find a way across Highway 29/128. There are stories of the cemetery being haunted, of the presence of apparitions, it has that kind of an atmosphere. What was once a quiet cemetery is now beside a busy highway, trying to rest in peace.