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    Jack London State Historic Park

    442 Reviews
    #3 of 26 things to do in Glen Ellen
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    Closed Now: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    2400 London Ranch Rd, Glen Ellen, CA 95442-9749
    Open today: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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    “Both trails and a museum”

    The parking lot to the right gives access to good walking trails, of which we sampled the shorter... read more

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Edith V
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    Davis, California
    “Jack London Park”

    Wonderful State Park to walk around. The history is amazing. A must see. We went early and had our... read more

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    George B
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    San Francisco, California
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    Jack London State Historic Park, comprised of 1400 acres, is the legacy of Jack London, one of America's most famous authors. The park offers historic buildings dating to the late 1870's, great scenic beauty and more than 20 miles of trails open to...more
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    2400 London Ranch Rd, Glen Ellen, CA 95442-9749
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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Both trails and a museum

    The parking lot to the right gives access to good walking trails, of which we sampled the shorter, easier ones. You can choose a more wooded route up to the lake, which is dry now. There are enough birds to satisfy a casual listener. Be...More

    Date of experience: June 2019
    Thank Edith V
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Jack London Park

    Wonderful State Park to walk around. The history is amazing. A must see. We went early and had our morning walk and then went to museum which did not open till 10. A great way to spend a couple of hours.

    Date of experience: June 2019
    Thank George B
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Great time

    A great time...wished we had more time to hike! We drove up from Sonoma and spent a couple of hours walking / hiking around to the sites..enjoyed them all! I’m sorry to say I didn’t know a lot about Jack and Charmian London...what a couple...More

    Date of experience: June 2019
    Thank Hagearty
    Reviewed June 4, 2019
    Visit the Wolf House ruins

    I find ruined buildings fascinating, filled with history lost. The Wolf House is mysterious, alluring to the max. I used to visit the Wolf House ruins back in the 1970s. Now, the house is roped off, and there are wonderfully rendered schematics of how the...More

    Date of experience: May 2019
    Thank Pamela L
    Reviewed May 13, 2019 via mobile
    Worthwhile Hiking

    Beautiful this time of year. Hopped on the Sugar Shuffle from North Sonoma Regional Park trailhead to Jack London State Park. Great one way hike which is about 8 miles one way. Took the Mountain Trail up to connect to the Ridge trail which takes...More

    Date of experience: May 2019
    Thank pfefmeister
    Reviewed May 9, 2019
    Fantastic, fascinating visit

    I didn’t know much about Jack London before visiting the Park but was really glad that I went. A wonderfully presented place, giving insights into the life and books of Jack London. Visit - you won’t regret it!

    Date of experience: May 2019
    Thank Bill1954
    Reviewed April 27, 2019 via mobile
    Nice place for a hike and a picnic.

    Hiked down to the lake and had a picnic. There are picnic tables in a few place. Nice area to hang up the hammock and relax.

    Date of experience: April 2019
    Thank kateb4e
    Reviewed April 18, 2019 via mobile
    Nice walk in the Countryside

    The park is varied and interesting, good walk, watch out for the poison oak on the trails. The views of the mountains, redwoods and eucalyptus trees are wonderful

    Date of experience: April 2019
    Thank K287WLlees
    Reviewed April 7, 2019
    Excellent insight into famous American adventure writer

    This state park is excellent - it has a museum, remains of Jack London's "dream house" (Wolf Lodge), the house he & wife lived in (The Cottage) and the grounds of the sustainable farm he built. The docents are great, take the 11 am or...More

    Date of experience: April 2019
    Thank Julia N
    Reviewed April 2, 2019
    Hike or walk into Glen Ellen's colorful history

    Such a beautiful serene area with your choice of hikes. And so interesting, each time we go, to learn more about Jack and London's life and the surrounding history, and pet and people friendly. Wear comfortable shoes, and bring snacks if you're going to do...More

    Date of experience: March 2019
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    April 25, 2019|
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    Response from David T | Reviewed this property |
    It is the main trail off of the right parking lot. Do ask the guard but it is easy to find.
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    June 27, 2017|
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    Response from jscoops | Reviewed this property |
    Such a cute area. You can walk along the Jack London park area, a fun thing to do in the morning and then go over to the Glen Ellen restaurant for lunch. Many wineries in walking distance. Would recommend the Glen Ellen... More
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    June 12, 2017|
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    Response from Jan C | Reviewed this property |
    There really are two tours? The house that was built after Jack London's death and the dream house that burned down, then there is the house that they lived in and this is a separate area. If you bring a picnic lunch you... More
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