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. A 25-foot waterfall flows after the winter rains.
Trails & Hiking
There is a self-guided nature trail along Sonoma Creek that starts near the picnic area. With 2700 acres of oak woodland and chaparral, the park has 25 miles of trails for hiking and horseback riding. Deer, gray foxes, the occasional bobcat and coyote can be seen in the park. In spring, wildflowers provide a colorful palette across the green hills. On a clear day, visitors can see views of the Sierra Nevada and the Golden Gate bridge from the 2729-foot summit of Bald Mountain.
Robert Ferguson Observatory
The park also houses one of the largest public viewing telescopes; a 40-inch telescope at the Ferguson Observatory. It can be rented with the group campsite for private parties.
Park Location
The park is about one hour away from San Francisco and seven miles east of Santa Rosa. The park’s address is:
2605 Adobe Canyon Road
Kenwood, CA 95452
You can read more about Sugarloaf Ridge State Park at the California State Parks website.
