Sugarloaf Ridge State Park
Current Crowd Level
🟡Moderate
Some visitors, parking usually available
Best: Weekday mornings
Sugarloaf Ridge offers 25 miles of trails through oak woodlands, chaparral, and open ridges in the heart of Sonoma wine country. The summit of Bald Mountain (2,729 ft) delivers panoramic views from the Sierra Nevada to San Francisco Bay on clear days. An on-site observatory hosts public astronomy programs on weekends.
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Entrance Fee
$8
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Permits
Not Needed
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Dogs
Allowed
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Accessibility
Limited
Accepted Passes
🌸California Poppy Pass
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