Santa Rosa · Sonoma County, CA
Outdoors in Santa Rosa
Scout analyzed 69 Santa Rosa places and surfaced the ones that actually fit outdoors.
Places analyzed
69
Matches
18
Typical spend
$10
Typical visit
1.6 hr
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Outdoors
Bodega Bay Trailhead
This trailhead offers a free opportunity for a scenic walk or hike along the Bodega Bay coast, lasting 1.5 to 3 hours. It pairs well with a picnic or a meal at a nearby restaurant in Bodega Bay.
Outdoors
Sugarloaf Ridge State Park
Sugarloaf Ridge State Park is ideal for a half-day to full-day outdoor adventure, offering hiking trails and stargazing opportunities. Expect to spend about $10 per vehicle for entry, making it an accessible option for nature lovers.
Outdoors
Shiloh Ranch Regional Park
Shiloh Ranch Regional Park is ideal for a half-day outdoor activity, offering rugged trails for hiking and biking. Expect to pay a park entrance fee per vehicle, making it an affordable outing that pairs well with a packed lunch or post-hike local restaurant.
Outdoors
Riverfront Regional Park
This park is suitable for a relaxed few hours outdoors, ideal for a family picnic, a nature walk, or some fishing. Expect to spend a few dollars for parking and consider bringing your own food.
Outdoors
Trione-Annadel State Park
This state park is ideal for a half-day or full-day outdoor excursion with hiking and scenic views, costing around $7 for parking. It pairs well with a picnic or a post-hike meal in nearby Santa Rosa.
Outdoors
Spring Lake Park
Spring Lake Park is ideal for a half-day outdoor excursion, offering trails and a swimming lagoon. Plan for a few hours of activity, costing around $7-10 for parking, and pack a picnic or snacks.
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Taylor Mountain Regional Park
Taylor Mountain Regional Park is suitable for a 2-4 hour outdoor activity like hiking or picnicking. Expect to pay a small parking fee, and combine it with a meal in Santa Rosa afterward.
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Finley Community Park
Finley Community Park is ideal for a low-cost family outing or solo walk, offering playgrounds and open spaces. Plan to spend 1-2 hours here, potentially packing a picnic for a meal.
Outdoors
Coffey Park
Coffey Park is suitable for a casual family outing or a quiet solo walk. Expect to spend an hour or two enjoying the playground and green spaces, with no cost for entry.
Southwest Santa Rosa
Southwest Community Park
This community park is a good spot for a free, relaxed outdoor activity, typically lasting about an hour or two. It's suitable for families with young children or a solo walk, and pairs well with a picnic or a coffee stop before or after.
Outdoors
Helen Putnam Regional Park
Helen Putnam Regional Park is a good spot for a few hours of hiking with scenic views and wildlife. It's a low-cost outdoor activity that can be paired with a picnic or a meal in Petaluma afterward.
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A Place to Play
This park is suitable for a free, relaxed outdoor activity, especially with young children. Expect to spend an hour or two here, making it a good complement to a picnic or other local errands.
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Howarth Park
Howarth Park is a family-friendly destination for a few hours outdoors, offering a lake and kid attractions like a small train. Expect to spend a small amount for activities or snacks.
Outdoors
Juilliard Park
Juilliard Park is good for a free family outing or solo stroll, especially in good weather. It can be paired with a local coffee shop or picnic and usually takes 1-2 hours.
Outdoors
Rincon Valley Community Park
This park is suitable for a free 1-2 hour outdoor activity, offering space for sports, dog walking, and playground fun. It can be a primary destination for families or a quick stop for solo dog owners.
Outdoors
Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve
Spend 2-4 hours here walking among redwood trees. It's a low-cost outing for families or solo adventurers, best paired with a picnic and can cost $0-10 per person depending on parking or donations.
Outdoors
Crane Creek Regional Park
Crane Creek Regional Park is good for a multi-hour outdoor excursion like hiking, biking, or disc golf, especially on a sunny weekend. Budget for potential parking fees; otherwise, it's a low-cost activity.
Outdoors
Safari West
Safari West is a multi-hour safari tour experience to see exotic animals on a preserve. It can be a family day trip or paired with an overnight stay, costing over $100 per person for the tour.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
No reservation needed
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What Scout found
- 18 of the 69 analyzed Santa Rosa places fit outdoors.
- 100% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 78% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Scenic, Adventurous, Playful, Educational, Social.
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