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 This neighborhood offers many unique parks and recreational opportunities to enjoy right in your own backyard. Take advantage of these amentities to truly enhance your lifestyle.
If you have a special park or destination that you want to share with your neighbors, just email Rob any pictures or information on the special features and details of the hours of operation, the rules of use, etc.
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"Kids & Fuller Park"
Rob Bunce 227-8388
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Pioneer Park
Cedar St.
Calistoga, CA 94515
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Petrified Forest
707.942.6667
4100 Petrified Forest Rd.
Calistoga, CA 94515
Three million years ago, a volcanic eruption at nearby Mt St Helena blew down a stand of redwood trees between Calistoga and Santa Rosa. The trees all fell in the same direction, pointing away from the centre of the blast, and were covered in ash and mud. Over the millennia the trunks of these mighty trees were petrified or turned into stone and gradually the overlay eroded away to expose the trunks. The first stumps were discovered in 1870, and a monument marks the visit by Robert Louis Stevenson in 1880.
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Old Faithful Geyser
707.942.6463
1299 Tubbs Lane
Calistoga, CA 94515
Website
The Geyser is an all-natural phenomenon which tosses a scalding curtain of water anywhere from 60 to upwards of 100 feet into the air. Currently, Old Faithful is erupting approximately every 14 minutes, ensuring a minimal waiting period for an exciting and educational experience the whole family is sure to love.
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| Carolyn Parr Nature Center
707.255.6465
3107 Browns Valley Road
Napa, CA 94558
To enhance public knowledge about and encourage the preservation and protection of Napa County plants and animals.
Includes extensive natural history library, dioramas, EE curriculum, bathrooms, picnic tables and 100 acres of hiking in adjacent nature park.
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Napa Skateboard Park
Corner of Pearl & Yajome Streets
Napa
Banks, volcano bowl
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Jack London State Historic Park
Jack London State Historic Park is a memorial to writer and adventurer Jack London, who made his home at the site from 1905 until his death in 1916. The park was once part of the famous writer’s 1,500-acre Beauty Ranch.
The 800-acre park contains the cottage residence where he wrote books, short stories, articles and letters while he oversaw various agricultural enterprises. After London’s death, his wife, Charmian, continued to live in the cottage until her death in 1955. It was her wish that the ranch be preserved in memory of Jack London and his work.
The historic park is at 2400 London Ranch Road in Glen Ellen, about 20 minutes north of Sonoma.
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Lake Berryessa
Nestled between Blue Ridge and Cedar Roughs, east of the Napa Valley, Lake Berryessa offers year-round recreation opportunities. Berryessa's water reaches temperatures of up to 75 degrees in the summer, making it an ideal place for water sports. Anglers enjoy fishing for both cold and warm water species, such as rainbow trout, bass, catfish, crappie, and bluegill. The Bureau of Reclamation provides two large day use areas (Oak Shores and Smittle Creek), Capell Cove launch ramp, and many smaller dispersed day use areas. The seven resorts around the lake are managed by concessionaires under contract with Reclamation and provide camping, day use and boating facilities. At capacity, Lake Berryessa stores 1.6 million acre feet of water and is one of the largest bodies of fresh water in California. The lake is 26 miles long by 3 miles wide, with 165 miles of shoreline. Reclamation and the California Department of Fish and Game jointly manage a 2,000 acre wildlife area along the east side of the lake. The Monticello Dam area at the southeast corner of the lake is one of the best local birding areas. The best time to visit for the best birding opportunities is in the early spring and late fall during migration and nesting seasons. The grassy hills dotted with oak and manzanita provide excellent opportunities to view eagles, hawks, songbirds, wild turkeys, and deer. Shoreline viewing opportunities may include canada geese, pelicans, great blue herons, western grebes, wood ducks, snow geese, and common loons. Lake Berryessa is on Putah Creek and is formed by Monticello Dam.
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Skyline Wilderness Park
2201 Imola Ave, Napa. 707-252-0481
Skyline Wilderness Park is available for hiking, horseback riding, bicycling, camping, picnicking, nature study, fishing, archery and disc golf. The Park is also available for group picnics, RV clubs and camping events. The Park has hosted Boy and Girl Scout activities of various kinds. School groups can use the Park for nature study and school sponsored outings. Individuals and organizations can rent the Social Center and the picnic areas for parties, weddings, etc. Skyline has hosted the Civil War re-enactments many times in the past, as well as the Anachronism groups who re-create medieval life and there have been several music festivals held at the Park. Bicycle clubs have held a number of races through the trail system including the World Bike Cup Race on 3 occasions. Home of the Sonoma Cattle Company and Napa Valley Trail Rides. For more information, see Napa Valley Trail Rides.
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Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park
The historic park is three miles north of St. Helena on Highway 29.
707-942-4575
The park is the site of a water-powered grist mill that was built in 1846. It was once the center of social activity as Napa Valley settlers gathered to have their corn and wheat ground into meal or flour. The owner of the mill was Dr. Edward Turner Bale. He received the property in a land grant from the Mexican government and lived near the site until his death in 1849. The mill remained in use until the early 1900s.
The mill and its 36-foot water wheel are protected as a state historic landmark and have been partially restored. A trail connects the historic park to Bothe-Napa Valley State Park. Additionally, the park includes the site of the first church in the Napa Valley as well as the Pioneer Cemetery.
Visitors can hike from the mill on the historic trail to Bothe-Napa Valley State Park, which features extensive picnic facilities and a number of trails. The round trip hike from Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park to Bothe-Napa Valley State Park is approximately two miles.
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Robert Louis Stevenson State Park
On Highway 29, 7 miles north of Calistoga.
707-942-4575
Robert Louis Stevenson State Park is the place where the famous author of Treasure Island and Kidnapped spent his honeymoon in 1880. Although nothing remains of Stevenson’s cabin, the site is identified on the trail to the summit. The area features rough terrain, with evergreen forests in the canyons on north-facing slopes and chaparral on the south-facing slopes. There is a five-mile hike to the top of Mt. St. Helena from which one can see much of the Bay Area. On good days the top of Mt. Shasta can be seen, 192 miles in the distance.
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Bothe-Napa Valley State Park
On Highway 29/128, 4 miles south of St. Helena.
707-942-4575
This state park features a rugged terrain which climbs from 300 feet all the way to 2,000 feet! The park offers a variety of activities including camping, picnicking, swimming, hiking and horseback trails, a Native American Garden and a Visitor Center.
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Skyline Wilderness Park
2201 Imola Avenue, Napa
707-252-0481
This state park, opened in 1983 and run by Napa County and a nonprofit citizens group has more than 16 miles of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails. Wildlife is abundant throughout, and the park also offers fishing and the renowed Martha Walker gardens. RV camping, tent camping and picnic areas are also provided, as is a riding arena, archery and an 18-hole disc golf course.
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Fuller Park
Jefferson & Oak.
Fuller Park is one of Napa's greatest treasures. This ten-acre park, located on Jefferson at Oak Street was purchased in 1905 and first used as playing fields for the city's football and baseball teams. The park contains many species of trees, open turf areas, picnic areas and walkways for leisurely strolls, as well as a popular children's playground. The facilities at Fuller Park include picnic tables, three reservable group picnic sites, restrooms and water fountains. All throughout the year, the group picnic areas are a popular site for family and organizational events. So please book your event early to ensure your reservation.
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