Jack London State Historic Park was established in 1960 to memorialize one of the most prolific and enduringly popular authors and icons of American literature. The park’s 1,400 acres are divided into 3 historic zones: Jack London’s Beauty Ranch where he pioneered his agrarian vision for sustainable land management; the park’s back country which includes the London Lake, bath house and 30 miles of trails through pristine California wilderness; and the original park where the Wolf House ruins, London’s grave site and the park’s museum and main visitor center, House of Happy Walls, are located. Jack London State Historic Park was designated a California Historic Landmark in 1960 and a National State Historic Landmark in 1963. Open 7 days a week from 9:30 am to 5pm.

Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods (Stewards) partners with State Parks in the Russian River area, providing support for Armstrong Redwoods SNR, Austin Creek SRA and Sonoma Coast State Park. Stewards’ mission is to promote, restore and protect your State Parks. We achieve our mission through natural and cultural education and stewardship volunteer programs for all ages. Stewards also manages two visitor centers and nature stores. Stewards currently operates Austin Creek SRA and is negotiating a co-management agreement with State Parks for both Armstrong Redwoods and Austin Creek in 2017. Operations includes managing campgrounds, maintenance and housekeeping, resource management projects, visitor services and restoration of Pond Farm Pottery, a site on the National Register of Historic Places.

A hike on 3 mile Sonoma Overlook Trail offers an opportunity to experience nature and enjoy views of the incredible Sonoma Valley and beyond, comparable to those views seen by the original inhabitants and early settlers. The trail was conceived of and built largely by volunteers, and continues to be maintained by a group of volunteer Overlook Stewards, who raise funds for the upkeep and provide educational materials and docented walks for schools. Address: 90 First Street West, Sonoma, just 2 blocks north of the Sonoma Plaza.

Trione-Annadel State Park is a 5,500 acre park in Santa Rosa, offering about 45 miles of multi-use trails. Volunteers provide visitor center staffing, park maintenance projects, trail patrol and lead hikes. Hike Leaders have a variety of expertise, some are certified CA Naturalists. Hikes are long, short, themed, or just for a hike. Dogs are not allowed on trails.