Spring Lake Park, Santa Rosa: Address, Phone Number, Spring Lake Park Reviews: 4.5/5
Spring Lake Park
Spring Lake Park
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Restaurants
109 within 3 miles
Lakeside Grill at Spring Lake
1
0.3 mi
Everest Indian Restaurant
23
0.7 mi$$ - $$$ • Indian • Asian • Nepali
Su Casa Mexican Restaurant
28
0.7 mi$ • Mexican • Vegetarian Friendly
China Village
1
0.8 miChinese
Wine Country Cafe & Deli
5
0.9 miCafe • Deli
7-Eleven
2
0.9 mi
Jeffery's Hillside Cafe
27
1 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Cafe • Diner
Phyllis' Giant Burgers
19
1.2 mi$ • Quick Bites • Fast Food
Aztec Grill
2
1.2 mi
East West Cafe
121
1.4 mi$$ - $$$ • International • Mediterranean • Middle Eastern
Attractions
66 within 6 miles
Annadel State Park
174
0.6 miState Parks
Howarth Park
95
1.4 miBodies of Water • Parks
St. Francis Winery and Vineyards
490
Wineries & Vineyards
VJB Cellars
1,005
Wineries & Vineyards
Charles M. Schulz Museum
1,146
Speciality Museums
MacLaren
78
Wineries & Vineyards
Luther Burbank Home and Gardens
229
Historic Sites • Gardens
Ledson Winery & Vineyard
375
Wineries & Vineyards
Railroad Square Historic District
213
Historic Walking Areas
Valley of the Moon Pottery & North Eagle Gallery
17
1.3 miArt Galleries
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Jenny-Jetset
Redmond, WA745 contributions
Couples
A hot & dusty summer walk with limited cover. Too hot for my 4-legged furry friend. Pretty views of the lake. Buzzing with people activity: canoes, SUPs, picnics, walks, runs, bikes & swims. Will return on a Fall or Winter day when pooch will enjoy sunshine on a cool day. #8 of 10 favorite regional parks.
Written September 12, 2021
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Mark H
Sonoma, CA2,266 contributions
I have lived in Sonoma County for six years, but this was my first visit to Spring Lake. I will not wait that long again! Walk, jog, bike, boat, or ride your horse, all is possible in the lovely park. During my visit, the swimming area was closed, but you could probably swim on sandy Concession Beach where the boat rental is located. I took a walk around the lake using a combination of equestrian/hiking trails and the paved bike path, my distance was 2.5 miles. The are may side paths offering opportunities to extend you walk or run. Numerous benches and picnic tables surround the peaceful lake, which has a no wake boat policy (most of the boats I saw were human powered). The reed and tree lined lake path offers shady lake side and sunny vista views. There is also a children's play area.
Written June 2, 2021
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Antonia S
Aliso Viejo, CA7 contributions
We were doing a road trip in which so much was not available to us because we wanted to maintain social distancing. This seemed like a perfect spot to stop on our way home and it was lovely. We managed to get there on a beautiful day with no smoke and enjoyed that most people were wearing masks (okay, there are always those idiots that won't but we were able to avoid them since it is such a large space). Definitely worth a stop.
Written October 12, 2020
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Annabell O
California323 contributions
We camped here for one night on a long road trip, and the park is beautiful. Our campsite (#5) was close to the lake, where we enjoyed a leisurely evening stroll among joggers and bicyclists. There is only one bathroom/shower building for the entire campground, and those facilities could use a little more attention. The nearby East West Cafe was a great find, and the perfect place to eat on our last night.
Written July 25, 2021
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Richard D
21 contributions
If you are looking for a park to walk in or bike in, this is a good park. If you are looking for a nice park with a great playground, swimming beach, good restroom, water fountains, flowers, mowed grass then look elsewhere. The state has a lot of guts charging $7 for this dump of a park.
Written April 23, 2022
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KCJ44
california383 contributions
Couples
My husband and I decided to checked out this lake. We enjoyed walking around the paved trail which goes around the whole lake. There is a swimming area and an kayaking area too. You can have picnics, go swimming, kayaking, ride bikes, run or just walk and enjoy the beautiful scenery around you.
Written August 29, 2021
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fjzelko
Santa Rosa, CA20 contributions
Solo
I live nearby this lovely Sonoma County park. This is an excellent park to enjoy for solo walks, or with friends and family. In addition to the paved trail that surrounds the lake, there are numerous side trails to get all the walking exercise you wish to have. This well maintained park offers campsites and lake fishing plus small boating opportunities. Summer months a swimming pond is open for enjoyment of entire families.
Written March 5, 2020
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emberlysmith
Santa Rosa, CA13 contributions
I am a wedding officiant and recently, on a Sunday morning, I performed a wedding at the lake's edge under beautiful blue skies and the warm Sonoma County sun. We met in the parking lot and walked along the path till we found the perfect spot right near the water. It was very romantic and filled with a great sense of joy. Nearby is another country park and lake in Howarth Park. Couples looking for an outdoor place to wed with choices that include rustic fences, tree covered paths or lake side beauty should consider Spring Lake and Howarth Park.
Written February 23, 2020
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KayinCal
California166 contributions
My husband and I took the 2.3-mile paved trail around the lake as a welcome break after a long drive. It was very peaceful and beautiful there. Lots of friendly dog-walkers as well as a few joggers and bikers.
Written April 7, 2022
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sueBoston
Boston117 contributions
Couples
We landed in Santa Rosa to check out the brewery, and were looking for a place to hang for an hour or so. We found this part on a map, and set by the lake on one of many benches, to read and just take it easy. At the our reading time, we went over the lagoon to take a dip. It did not look at that refreshing, but I wanted to get wet. I went in, and ended up swimming laps for 40 minutes. The water was great. there were no people splashing about, and the I was amazed that there was ample opportunity really get in a great swim. The park looked amazing. Boats, trails, etc. If we had more time, would have gone back and spend at least 1/2 a day
Written July 14, 2014
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Mirimins
Traverse City, MI8 contributions
I hear the swimming lagoon is closed due to Covid. What about boating?
Is it possible to swim at spring lake after Labor Day? It says there is swimming between Memorial Day and Labor Day, but does that mean it is prohibited to swim or hang out near the lake at other times of year?
Dana C
Santa Rosa, CA160 contributions
You can definitely hang out but no swimming after Labor Day. Bring a picnic, hike, relax.
Gary K
Oaxaca, Mexico3 contributions
i've asked this 2x now, and Tripadviser tell me someone answered, but i find it impossible to find the answers anywhere on this site. My question again is whether SpringLake park is good now for seeing blossoming trees (if so where) and early srping flowers and if so where, and if not, what park near Santa Rosa would be?
Lovejones69
Santa Rosa, CA59 contributions
This would not be the place to for seeing blooming trees. I'm embarrassed to admit, living here my entire life, that I can't think of a place here where you can experience that. Sorry. Hope this makes it to you.
Gary K
Oaxaca, Mexico3 contributions
To what extent are fruit blossoms or early spring flowers blooming there, and if not your park, which park in or near Santa Rosa? Can you respond to me directly: gary at "couple and wise" (all one word without the and) dot the usual.Bummed you are closed on sat nor even give highlighs on the recorded msg
rooffess
Santa Rosa, CA23 contributions
If you are looking for spring flowers, you may be disappointed with Spring Lake Park. While there certainly are flowers in the meadows, they are subtle. Yesterday, I saw only one small section which had a large number (maybe 15) of ornamental fruit trees. These were blooming, though they were not in full bloom. There is really no equivalent to a Longwood Gardens-kind of a place in Santa Rosa. The Luther Burbank home has some plantings, although it is just one garden. Rgds,
Gary K
Oaxaca, Mexico3 contributions
To what extent are fruit blossoms or early spring flowers blooming there, and if not your park, which park in or near Santa Rosa? Can you respond to me directly: gary at "couple and wise" (all one word without the and) dot the usual.Bummed you are closed on sat nor even give highlighs on the recorded msg
Lindaills
Santa Rosa, CA21 contributions
The spring blossoms are beginning now and will probably continue for the next few weeks
There are fruit trees blooming all over the area
I am not a park/city employee. I have nothing to do with the telephone message but think there's no answer on Saturday or an updated message due to City budget cuts to the park
Just go enjoy it
Parking and entrance is free
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- Hotels near Spring Lake Park:
- (5.13 mi) The Gables Wine Country Inn
- (8.92 mi) The Francis House
- (8.92 mi) The Inn on Pine
- (8.92 mi) Embrace Calistoga
- (0.60 mi) Newly Remodeled 'Vineyard's Found' Vacation Home
- Restaurants near Spring Lake Park:
- (0.29 mi) Lakeside Grill at Spring Lake
- (2.43 mi) SEA Thai Bistro
- (3.97 mi) St. Francis Winery & Vineyards
- (3.15 mi) Willi's Wine Bar
- (0.71 mi) Everest Indian Restaurant