Spring Lake Regional Park
Santa Rosa
Spring Lake Regional Park is one of Sonoma County’s most popular family destinations, offering something for everyone from easy stroller walks to swimming and camping.
The Spring Lake Loop Trail
The 2.3-mile paved loop around the lake is perfect for families:
- Difficulty: Easy, mostly flat with brief incline to main dam
- Surface: Paved, stroller and wheelchair accessible
- Views: Lake views and forested hillsides
Swimming Lagoon
- Lifeguarded from Memorial Day through Labor Day
- Sandy beach area
- Perfect for families with young children
Environmental Discovery Center
Free admission (park entry fee required):
- Hands-on exhibits about Sonoma County ecosystems
- Live tide pool with touchable sea creatures
- Live fish displays
- Taxidermy wildlife
- Science Saturday walks
- Hours: Thu-Fri 1-4:30pm; Sat-Sun 10am-4:30pm
Connections
The park connects to:
- Howarth Park (train, carousel, animal barn)
- Trione-Annadel State Park (35+ miles of trails)
Parking Fees
- Fall/Winter/Spring: $8
- Summer: $10
- Free for pedestrians and cyclists
Features
- 2.3-mile paved loop trail around lake
- Stroller and wheelchair friendly
- Swimming lagoon (lifeguarded Memorial Day-Labor Day)
- Environmental Discovery Center
- Boat rentals
- Campground
- Connects to Howarth Park
- Connects to Trione-Annadel State Park