Press Releases
$1.5 million grant secured to replace Spud Point Marina icehouse
Sonoma County Regional Parks has secured the final funding needed to replace the aging icehouse at Spud Point Marina in Bodega Bay. The $2.78 million project will modernize the only bulk ice production facility between San Francisco and Fort Bragg, supporting commercial and sport fishing fleets, local seafood businesses and Bodega Bay’s working waterfront. Read full story
Parks for All – Measure M annual tax funding report highlights cumulative investments in parks, trails, programs
The latest Parks for All – Measure M report highlights how the voter-approved sales tax generated nearly $15 million in 2024-25 and has supported long-term investments in parks, trails and community programs across Sonoma County. Read full story
New Belonging Framework sets direction for improving public access, experiences in Sonoma County parks
Sonoma County Regional Parks has adopted a community-informed Belonging Framework to guide long-term efforts to improve accessibility, equity and inclusive experiences across its parks, programs and facilities. Read full story
Larson Park reopens after major renovation
Sonoma County Regional Parks announced the reopening of Larson Park in Sonoma following a $4.03 million renovation that adds new sports fields and courts, upgraded amenities and more inclusive, accessible spaces shaped by community input. Read full story
Prescribed burn operations planned at Sonoma Valley Regional Park
Sonoma County Regional Parks and CAL FIRE will conduct a prescribed fire operation at Sonoma Valley Regional Park beginning Oct. 22, as part of an ongoing, carefully planned effort to reduce wildfire risk, improve ecosystem health and support community safety through low-intensity, ecologically beneficial fire management. Read full story
Free holiday parking at Regional Parks for veterans, military
Sonoma County Regional Parks will offer free parking at all Regional Parks on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2025, for veterans, active-duty military personnel and their families in partnership with the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors to honor the service of military members. Read full story
Explore 8 miles of new trails at Taylor Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve
Sonoma County Regional Parks has opened 8 miles of new trails at Taylor Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve, nearly doubling the trail network and providing first-time public access to hundreds of acres on the park's northern side. Read full story
Public feedback sought on plans for Carrington Coast Ranch Regional Park and Preserve
Sonoma County Regional Parks is seeking public input through a survey open until July 31 to help shape the master plan for the future Carrington Coast Ranch Regional Park and Preserve, which will guide trail development, recreational access, and natural resource protection on the 332-acre Sonoma Coast property. Read full story
Monte Rio Redwoods Regional Park Quadruples in Size with Newly Conserved Addition
Monte Rio Redwoods Regional Park has quadrupled in size with the addition of 1,517 newly conserved acres of redwood forest, thanks to a landmark partnership led by Save the Redwoods League and Sonoma County agencies to protect wildlife habitat, enhance climate resilience and expand future public access. Read full story
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