An amazing network of trails of all levels can be found at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, as well as…read moreinformational trails that are great for kids. You can pick up a list of trails and rough map at the entrance. We meandered creekside, and looped Hillside Trail to meadow trail, all with amazing scenery. Very clean and well-maintained park, with plenty of rangers. Loads of great picnic areas as well. Can't wait to return and try more hikes.

This state park was relatively easy to get to despite the long drive and heavy traffic from…read morePeninsula. However the road leading up to the park was relatively straightforward. We are getting into camping this year and this was our trial run with all the new gears we bought. We rented camper site #1 which is labeled as "premium". Maybe it was a bit bigger than the regular sites but other than that it didn't feel particularly premium. Since #1 and 48 are the first and last sites in the campground loop and closest to the visitor center, they had the best WiFi reception. The downside is we were the farthest to the bathrooms and showers which were located on the opposite site of the loop. This made trekking over at night a bit inconvenient. The bathrooms were somewhat clean and the showers are coin-operated at the cost of 25c per minute. Shampoo and body wash were provided which is nice. All in all this was a nice introductory experience for us. If we were to come back to camp at this park we will opt for site #3 which is nicely tucked into the shaded corner and is fairly close to the bathrooms.

This review is for the campground. My family has done a yearly camping trip at Spring Lake Regional…read morePark Campground for the last five years, and it has become one of our favorite family traditions! There's just something special about coming back to the same place year after year and making new memories. The campground is nestled among the oak woodlands above Spring Lake, and I love that you get that feeling of being away camping while still being right in Santa Rosa. Most of the campsites are spacious and they each have a picnic table, fire pit and lockable storage. There are restrooms, showers, potable water and an RV dump station available. One of the biggest reasons we keep coming back is how much there is to do. You can walk, hike or bike the beautiful trails around the park, fish in the lake, launch a kayak or paddleboard, or enjoy the swimming lagoon and its floating water playground, which is my stepson's favorite thing to do while camping. There's even the Environmental Discovery Center, which is such a fun educational experience for kids. I also love the convenience of being close to everything. If you forget something while camping, need groceries, or want to grab a meal, you're just a short drive from Santa Rosa. At the same time, once you're at the campground, it feels like you've escaped the everyday hustle. The campground also offers sleeping cabins, including an ADA-accessible cabin, which is a great option for people who want to enjoy the camping experience without sleeping in a tent. After five years of making this an annual tradition, Spring Lake has become more than just a campground for us--it's a place filled with memories. From sitting around the campfire and enjoying time together to exploring the lake and trails during the day, it's an easy place to fall in love with. If you're looking for a convenient, family-friendly campground with nature, recreation and plenty to do, I highly recommend Spring Lake Regional Park!

We just had a great day swimming at Spring Lake. My two toddlers had a blast. They have plenty of…read morebathrooms and lots of lifeguards on duty. They have a little food shack with burgers, chips and drinks and things like that. The only negative was the water seemed a little dirty, there was a lot of duck feathers floating around and some duck poop that would float by. Not really sure how you can control that but otherwise we had a really fun day in the sun. We will be back for sure. We will have to try the waterpark next time - that place looks like an absolute blast!

This is a beautiful stop in Sonoma County. It features easy walks that allow you to learn about…read moreJack London and explore his homes, including the House of Happy Walls Museum and the ruins of his Wolf House. The trails are well-maintained and shaded by trees, with some minor uphill and downhill sections, making it a great outdoor activity for all ages. There is a vehicle entry fee to get into the park, but it is covered if you have a California State Parks pass. Highly recommend checking it out if you are in the area or need a break from wine tasting.

Jack London is such a beautiful state park! We came for the first time this spring and were…read moreabsolutely amazed by all of the beauty this state park has to offer! We started in the museum which was very informative and educational. We then started a hike towards the old redwood tree. The trails are very clean and spacious. There is a good variety in terms of incline. We were excited to see the lake (which was unfortunately dry) but hope to come back sometime when there is water. Parking is very easy and I love that there is a lot of variety in both the trails and things to do. I definitely recommend checking it out!

Worth a quick stop if you're in the area! Free admission with the various park passes (such as…read morethrough your local library) but otherwise admission is very reasonable (~$3). Jenny, the Ranger, was friendly and knowledgeable. The signs and placards were informative and there is a laminated paper guide that will give more information about each of the rooms (such as where the family slept, where they stored the leather hides etc). It took us no more than 1 hour to explore. Good pit stop for adults and children alike especially if you like history!

On a recent visit to Petaluma, I decided to explore as much as I could including historic sites…read more This one is a quick drive from downtown and is clearly marked. The parking lot is spacious, and is a short walk past cacti to the entrance. This site was the Mexican governor of the area's residence. On entry, there's a gift shop with souvenirs and reading material, plus some exhibits. There's a ticket booth too, which was reasonable (they also take cards). The ticket gets you into other sites in the area on the same day as purchase. The attendant was very friendly and gave me a laminated info sheet about the building. There was also a volunteer docent to lead you through the history of the building and people that lived here. I opted to explore both levels on my own, which had information signs and period furniture throughout. If you're a history fan with an hour to spare, it's worth a visit.

We had such an amazing time at Sonoma Zipline Adventures! We were there for my husband's birthday…read more The whole experience was so much fun, exciting, and definitely an adventure to remember. Our tour guides were hilarious, entertaining, and did an amazing job making us feel safe and comfortable throughout the entire experience. They even sang Happy Birthday to him at the end of our zipline tour as he repelled from the tree. They really made the tour memorable. We also reserved one of a Treehouse for an overnight stay, and it was absolutely beautiful! It had such a fun glamping feel and was fully furnished with everything we needed. I was worried I might be cold overnight, but there was a heater that kept the treehouse nice and cozy. The staff was incredibly kind, welcoming, and accommodating from start to finish. We truly had a wonderful experience and would definitely recommend Sonoma Zipline Adventures and the treehouse stay to our friends and family. So much fun, beautiful scenery in the middle of the forest. Great accommodations, wonderful staff, and definitely worth it! We can't wait to come back!

Went for the Treehouse Adventures (Fern) Treehouse hosts…read morewere friendly and accommodating. Room and toilet were very clean. (Note: limited in-treehouse sink water) Showers are only a short walk away. (Toiletries provided) Snacks and bottled water all included. Zipline guides were very fun and helpful. Amazing views over a small creek.

Best place to rent any water sport/ boating !! We had the most amazing time at Berryessa simply…read morebecause of this team! They fill up the gas for you (only place around that doesn't charge you for gas) and if you run low while you're out on the water they come fill you up. I want to especially shout out Tessa and Jennifer in the front. We ended up changing our reservation and they were so accommodating and helpful. Jeremy and John/Jessie made me feel so comfortable with all of my questions and really cared about my family and so being safe and comfortable. Will use them next time we come out!!!

Extremely disappointed with this rental company. The customer service was unprofessional and they…read morehad no idea how to deal with customers respectfully. The tube they gave us was already torn before we even used it. As soon as we got on it, it ripped completely, even though we used it normally. Instead of taking responsibility for giving us damaged equipment, they blamed us and tried to charge us for it. They first demanded $230, and only after we argued with them did they suddenly lower the charge to $170, which makes no sense if we were actually responsible. I would not recommend renting from this place. Poor customer service, damaged equipment, and unfair charges. Save your money and go somewhere else.

A $15 surcharge on top of a beer is an absolute gouge and a massive disappointment. When an event…read morebrands itself as a local town-and-country fair tradition, inflating prices like that completely prices out working-class families and neighbors. It turns what should be an open, inclusive space for community connection into a commercial playground, which defeats the entire purpose of a local fair.

Great location but that's it. Bathrooms are disgusting. Roof collapsing in one of the showers with…read moresomething growing on top of shower stall. Quiet hours start at 9pm but they didn't start the leaf blowers until 8pm! Trying to enjoy quiet night at the picnic table in my spot and some guys with leaf blowers just walk throw throwing grass over everything and shattering any hope of quiet. The Silverado trail which backs the rv park is loud and more like a freeway.

Highly recommended. I booked the "Wohler Bridge Tour" as an outing for my wife and my anniversary…read more Sadly I failed to read the instructions and went to Rubicon's offices instead of the Wohler bridge launch site (oops!) which meant once I got back into cell phone range and figured out my mistake, we were an hour late to our scheduled time. Bill was waiting patiently and was incredibly gracious. He took my wife and I out for a 2 1/2 hour SUP tour of the Russian River, providing tips and guidance along the way. I'm thankful that I came across Rubicon as I now feel that I have both a strong comfort with paddle boarding and better a sense of the Russian River and where we might go paddle boarding in the future. Bill has a great wealth of knowledge and we appreciated his casual style. It's worth noting that Rubicon's rates are incredibly low, particularly given the personalized attention you get on these tours. Looking forward to coming back.

Learned a lot and had a great time. it was good time and would even do it again. the river was…read morebeautiful, great location, an excellent experience.

Very Rude Camp Host! The lodge is great and the Wednesday night hamburger night was great. We will…read morenot return because of Russ the camp host. We paid for our sites online and were just backing in when he came over hollaring "I need to see your membership cards right now!" In a very rude attitude "Make sure you put pads under your levelers!" Unless you want a confrontation with a very rude camp host avoid this lodge at all costs!

Fifteen rigs from our Auburn-Grass Valley Elks RV Club stayed four nights, (some stayed five…read morenights), at the Petaluma Elks Lodge RV Park. Thank you. Everyone there made our club feel welcome. The Hamburger/Hot Dog event on Wednesday was great as well as the Sunday breakfast. The Car Show was exceptional thanks to Jim and everyone else involved. A good time was had by all. I would also like to personal thank Jim, Tammy, Pricilla, Lindsey, Al and Russ for all your hospitality. You guys made our stay here very pleasant. Thank you for your generosity and thoughtfulness. We will see you next year and highly recommend the Petaluma Elks Lodge as a stop for any Elks members. Harold McCoy, President, Auburn-Grass Valley Elks RV Club

This hike is not for the faint of heart, lol. We went up to the summit and back down towards…read morePythian road. Great loop, today was a little over 7 miles. This park was badly burned when we went years ago and with the most recent closure, it is finally open (2024) but it is still a bit like a tree graveyard. Unfortunately. Challenging hike, beautiful views, I love that it can connect to Gunsight rock, which is an awesome spot to picnic and have a break. On a clear day you can see all of the bay! You can park off Pythian as mentioned or get to it by Sugar Loaf. Parking off Pythian is part of the regional parks but if you access by Sugarloaf you'll need to park via their pass or a state pass for parking.

I finally made this hike up Hood Mountain to Gunsight Rock. The climbing gets quite steep towards…read morethe end, but the spectacular views make it worth it. The scenery was beautiful the entire hike. After the rains we've had recently, it was nice to see a few waterfalls along the way. Make sure to bring water & snacks as it's almost 9 miles of hiking with over 2000 feet of climbing.