If you're up for a challenge and love stunning views, this hike is for you! Join Sonoma Ecology Center Docents, in partnership with Sonoma County Regional Parks and the Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District, for a scenic and invigorating “Summit Saturday” hike. This 8-mile out-and-back trek takes you along the North Slope Sonoma Mountain Trail, a beautiful and challenging route that climbs 1,532 feet through oak woodlands, grassy meadows, and redwood groves before rewarding hikers with sweeping vistas of Sonoma Valley and beyond.
We'll meet at 8:00 am in the parking lot at North Sonoma Mountain Regional Park and aim to wrap up by 1:00 pm, allowing time for rest breaks and trail appreciation.
Please come prepared with:
-Sturdy hiking shoes for rocky terrain
-Plenty of water (at least 64 oz)
-Sun protection and layered clothing
-Your lunch or trail snacks
About the Site:
This hike explores one of Sonoma County’s most scenic and ecologically significant areas. North Sonoma Mountain Regional Park offers the first public access to the north side of Sonoma Mountain, a defining landform of the county. The area features the headwaters of Matanzas Creek, the only remaining coast redwood groves on the mountain’s north slope, vast oak woodlands, a rare vernal pool buttercup species, and key habitat within the Sonoma Valley Wildlife Corridor. Wildlife such as mountain lions, bobcats, golden eagles, and western pond turtles all call this region home.
The park includes six properties—five of which were permanently protected by the Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District using voter-approved funds and transferred to Sonoma County Regional Parks for public access and long-term stewardship.
About Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District
The Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District permanently protects the diverse agricultural lands, natural resources, and scenic open spaces of Sonoma County for future generations. Since 1990, the District has protected over 106,000 acres through a voter-approved quarter-cent sales tax. Learn more at www.sonomaopenspace.org.
About Sonoma County Regional Parks
Sonoma County Regional Parks’ mission is to create healthy communities and contribute to the county’s economic vitality by acquiring, developing, managing, and maintaining parks and trails. Regional Parks preserves irreplaceable natural and cultural resources and offers opportunities for recreation and education to enhance the quality of life and well-being of residents and visitors. Learn more at www.parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov.
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