


The trails are also open to cyclists and horseback riders. Helen Putnam is a favorite of local hikers because the looped trail system makes it possible to create hikes of varying length and difficulty. Helen Putnam Regional Park is located within the rolling hills just southwest of Petaluma and offers 6 miles of trails, with ridge-top trails offering panoramic views of the county. Whether your style of hiking is “let’s keep the pace up,” or more like a Sunday stroll, you’ll find a trail in Petaluma that suits you perfectly. If your bike needs a tune-up or you’re looking for local advice, call on the experts at Mike’s Bikes of Petaluma. In need of a bike to rent? Big Bowl Bike Shop in River Plaza Shopping Center (within walking distance of the Visitors Center and SMART train platform) offer the Electra Townie 7D Step-Thru by the hour or day. Soon, you’ll even be able to bike or walk the entire corridor because the SMART project includes a bike path system. The SMART train delivers even more options for cyclists bring your bikes on the train for scenic day trips.
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You can also download a map of Petaluma Bicycle and Pedestrian routes. The Petaluma Wheelmen are an excellent resource for routes of varying difficulty and length. It’s also a hot spot for birders keep an eye out for egrets and herons – over 230 species of birds have been identified in the wetlands. Winding through a 165-acre wetlands park, Shollenberger Park is a local favorite because it offers five miles of flat walking and bicycle paths. Interested in something a little shorter? Stay in Petaluma and cycle out to Lagunitas Brewing Company it’s only a three mile ride. Or venture out from Petaluma for the 48-kilometer Spring Hill-Chileno Valley ride and experience the beauty of the rural dairy land that borders Sonoma and Marin counties. Explore one of the regional parks, Helen Putnam Regional Park or Tolay Lake Regional Park, and be rewarded with spectacular views of the Petaluma valley. It’s not surprising that the scenic beauty of Wine Country and the coastline combined with nearly perfect weather year-round have made Sonoma County one of the best cycling destinations in the world.

Scheduled to open in 2021, Petaluma Small Craft Center’s Floathouse will offer a wide variety of people-powered watercraft, making river recreation available to everyone.ĭIRT OR PAVEMENT- PETALUMA WON’T DISAPPOINT Visit the Events Calendar to learn more about their weekly “Boating at the Barn,” and river celebrations. & Kitchen overlooking the river.Įvery day of the year and on many special events, the Friends of the Petaluma River non-profit organization is working to connect the community with the watershed. Spend the morning on the River and then kick back with a craft beer on the patio at Petaluma Taps Beer Co. Petaluma has premiere SUP suppliers including Clavey Paddlesports ready to outfit and train river adventurers with everything needed for a fun, safe experience. The friendly folks at the Petaluma Yacht Club are also ready to help you make the most of your cruise-in. Information about mooring at the Marina, temporary berthing at the Turning Basin, and scheduling an opening of the D Street, is available on the City of Petaluma website and the City’s FAQ sheet. The rejuvenated river is sparkling and ready to welcome leisure boaters! It’s the perfect weekend getaway because when you moor your boat in the Turning Basin, you’re steps away from dining and shopping in the heart of the historic downtown district. After a 17-year wait, the Petaluma River was dredged in October of 2020, removing hundreds of thousands of yards of silt and trash.
