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Tolay Lake Regional Park

Petaluma

Tolay Lake Regional Park offers expansive trails, excellent bird watching, and the popular Tolay Fall Festival.

Trails

  • 11 miles of trails
  • West Ridge Trail: Views without strenuous climbing
  • Easy to moderate difficulty
  • Wide open grasslands

Wildlife

  • Golden eagles soaring overhead
  • Burrowing owls (unique viewing opportunity)
  • Waterfowl at seasonal lake (spring)
  • Farm animals near historic barn

Views

  • San Pablo Bay
  • San Francisco skyline on clear days
  • Sonoma hills

Tolay Fall Festival

Popular October event with pumpkin patches, hayrides, and petting zoo.

Tips

  • No water available - bring your own
  • Limited shade
  • Cattle may be on trails
  • $7 parking (free entry)

Features

  • 11 miles of trails
  • Golden eagles and burrowing owls
  • Seasonal lake (spring)
  • Views of San Pablo Bay and SF skyline
  • Farm animals near barn
  • Tolay Fall Festival (October)