Outdoor Recreation
Great weather, pastoral scenery, and
protected open spaces
Petaluma’s mild climate offers outdoor adventurers year-round options for golf, hiking, bird watching, river activities and more. So whether you're packing your clubs, binoculars, kayak or just a really comfortable pair of walking shoes, Petaluma is the perfect place for outdoor adventures.
Bicycling
| Bicycling |
Petaluma and the surrounding areas are a haven for cycling enthusiasts attending or participating in prestigious cycling events such as Levi Leipheimer's King Ridge GranFondo or wishing the explore the area by bike on their own. |
| Mike's Bikes |
Mike's Bikes 264 Petaluma Blvd. N. (707) 776-0606 Rent a bike or get their advice on the best places to ride in Sonoma County. |
| Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition |
Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition Promoting bicycling for transportation and recreation and works to educate the community about bicycle safety and the benefits of cycling, including good health and protecting the environment. |
| Water Ways Self Guided Tour |
Petaluma Water Ways Self-Guided Tour Take a 7 mile journey to see all the sites envisioned as part of an interconnected waterfront. Download the map. |
Boating
| Clavey Paddlesports |
Clavey Paddlesports 409 Petaluma Blvd. S. (707) 766-8070 or (800) 832-4226 Offers kayak and Stand Up Paddleboard sales, rentals, classes and tours, with drop-off and pick-up service available. Mon.-Fri. 10am-6pm. Sat. 10am-5pm Sun. Seasonal. |
| Friends of the River |
Friends of the Petaluma River (707) 763-7756 www.friendsofthepetalumariver.org A non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating and conserving the Petaluma River, its wetlands and wildlife. The group offers tours of the Petaluma River, including the popular Friday Evening Wine and Cheese Eco Cruises and charters. |
| Petaluma Marina |
Petaluma Marina 781 Baywood Dr. (707) 778-4489 www.cityofpetaluma.net/parksnrec/marina With 167 berths, the Petaluma Marina offers full service utilities, private restrooms and showers, security gates and kayak storage. Visit the website for details. |
| Petaluma Small Craft Center |
Petaluma Small Craft Center https://sites.google.com/site/petalumasmallcraftcenter/ A group of clubs and individuals whose mission is to improve access to the Petaluma River for human-powered watercraft. Visit their website for activities and events.
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| Petaluma Stand Up Paddle |
Petaluma Stand Up Paddle 775 Baywood Dr. #105 (707) 765-1131 Rentals, lessons, tours, sales and accessories.
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Equestrian
| Riverside Equestrian Center |
Riverside Equestrian Center 7600 Lakeville Rd. (707) 778-8499 www.riversideequestriancenter.com Situated on 70 acres, it is the largest equestrian center in Northern California and offers boarding, as well as hosting shows and events. |
| Victoria's Fashion Stables |
Victoria's Fashion Stables 430 Sprauer Rd. (707) 665-0600 Offering equestrian services, special services for events, as well as pony rides and petting zoo tours for all types of locations. |
Fishing
| Fishing |
Fishing pier at “C” Street and on the Petaluma River Turning Basin docks. The Petaluma River from South Petaluma to San Pablo Bay is known to have sturgeon, striped bass, perch and some smaller bass varieties. |
Golf
| Petaluma Golf Center |
Petaluma Golf Center 200 Stony Point Road (707) 778-0696 A complete practice center with 56 ground level hitting stations, 8 grass tees, 10 fully covered stalls and a putting green. Also features Sonny’s Grill. |
| Rooster Run Golf Club |
Rooster Run Golf Club 2301 E. Washington St. (707) 778-1211 Rooster Run features 18 holes and clubhouse with banquet facility, cafe and pro shop. |
Hiking
| Putnam Park |
Helen Putnam Regional Park 411 Chileno Valley Rd. www.sonoma-county.org/parks/pk_helen.htm The trails in this 216-acre county preserve are a favorite among equestrians, walkers and runners. |
| Steamer Landing Park |
Steamer Landing Park 6 Copeland St. (707)778-4380 www.cityofpetaluma.net/parksnrec/parks-pages/steamer-landing This 1.93 acre park adjacent to Downtown includes trails and a historic livery stable that has been restored as the Petaluma River Heritage Center through the sponsorship of Friends of the Petaluma River. Visit www.petalumarhc.org for more info. |
Racing
| Petaluma Speedway |
Petaluma Speedway (707) 763-RACE Located at the Sonoma-Marin (Petaluma) Fairgrounds (enter on E. Washington St.) features auto racing on Saturday nights from March through September; sprint cars, dirt modifieds, and more. |
| Sonoma Raceway |
Sonoma Raceway 29355 Arnold Dr.. Sonoma 800-870-RACE Located about 15 miles east of Petaluma, Sonoma Raceway is where fans can enjoy NASCAR and NHRA. |
Swimming
| Cavanagh Pool |
Cavanagh Pool 426 G Street (707) 778-4536 http://cityofpetaluma.net/parksnrec/pet-swim A 20-yard by 6-yard outdoor pool sheltered on all sides by walls; water temperature is 86 degrees is open from January to October with shorter hours in the winter months. |
| Petaluma Swim Center |
Tennis
| Tennis |
(707) 778-4380 www.cityofpetaluma.net/parksnrec Public courts, some lighted, are available at several city parks. Call or visit the website for details.
Look for courts at: • Del Oro Park (Casa Grande Rd. and Sartori Dr.) • Lucchesi Park (320 No. McDowell Blvd.) • McNear Park (“G” and 11th Streets) • Leghorns Park (Sonoma Mountain Parkway) |
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Petaluma Visitors Center * 1-877-2-PETALUMA (1-877-273-8258)
210 Lakeville Street / Hwy 116 * Petaluma, CA 94952
Open Daily 10am to 4pm
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