The best parks & outdoor spots in Sonoma County

3 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Howarth Park

Parks & Outdoors

Take a breather at Howarth Park this week, a 138-acre playground with Lake Ralphine for fishing and boating, miles of trails, tennis and…

630 Summerfield Rd (Santa Rosa)

“Take a breather at Howarth Park this week, a 138-acre playground with Lake Ralphine for fishing and boating, miles of trails, tennis and pickleball courts, picnic spots, creative playgrounds and the kid-favorite K-Land amusement area. Yes, the inner kid wins.”

From the Santa Rosa newsletter, October 9, 2026

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Finley Community Park

Parks & Outdoors

Finley Community Park is your choose-your-own-outdoor adventure: rally on the pickleball courts, let the kids conquer the playground, then…

2060 W College Ave (Santa Rosa) · ✓ checked Sep 25

“Finley Community Park is your choose-your-own-outdoor adventure: rally on the pickleball courts, let the kids conquer the playground, then cool off at the pool or linger over a barbecue picnic on the big lawn. Easy vibe, plenty of ways to move, and the perfect reason to get outside this week.”

From the Santa Rosa newsletter, October 1, 2026

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Healdsburg Plaza

Parks & Outdoors

This plaza with a gazebo & benches amid grass & trees hosts musical events & festivals.

Healdsburg Ave & Matheson St (Healdsburg)

“This plaza with a gazebo & benches amid grass & trees hosts musical events & festivals.”

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