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    4.6 (146 reviews)

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    Robin M.

    I've been here before for the NAMI walk. I really explored this visit and was surprised at this truly magical park. It is excellent for families, great playground for kids. I'll have to bring my granddaughters. I enjoyed being a kid again by, riding the train, going through the petting barn and a spin in the carousel. Delightfully impressed with every park employee being so nice. Teenagers in the pet barn were especially easy to talk to, very personable and informative. The carousel was a little fast for me, but the kids loved it. Be sure to visit this GEM of a park. PS I went for a hike and added all the other stuff. I didn't want to leave.

    Stephanie W.

    This park has so much to offer! We stopped by for a quick picnic and was surprised to see all the different activities here. We ended up renting a paddle boat for 1 hr for $12, which I think is a great price and plenty of time to paddle around. There was a waitlist during the holiday weekend but you can walk around and explore while you wait for their call. Get the paddle bait with the shade if there's availability! There is an upper and lower lot for parking, both free. Did not have an issue finding a spot. Lots of picnic tables but they are a little dirty so bring something to cover the table or extra wipes. This park has a train ride, carousel, trails for walking or biking, tennis courts, playground area, a boathouse for rentals/fishing, and so much more. Good for all ages to visit!

    Swan's

    Played pickle ball there then went for a nice walk around the lake. We really enjoyed seeing the wildlife there as well!

    Elizabeth A.

    Born and raised in Sonoma County , I can tell you this is quite a gem of a park. Great place to come hang out with friends, BBQ, Canoe on the lake (where you can also fish here), bring your kids to play and, all in all, take in nature with its beautiful lakes, trails, and surroundings. I especially enjoy the multitude of trails available to walk, run, or bike. They have trails with asphalt and dirt/gravel, some uphills and downhills, lots of benches and shady areas. Restrooms are available throughout howarth park and spring lake area.

    Going on a train ride!
    Joyce W.

    Now this is a PARK!! On the weekends, there is a carousel, little choo-choo train and boats for rent for the large pond there. Fun experiences for such little money! Bring your kids or the kid in yourself!! Tons of picnic areas available for reservations and they do get reserved! It's a sprawling park connected to another lake. Lots of paved walkways, lots of offroading bicycle trails and long horse trails. It's a good walk/bike mecca as it goes for a while and has lots of winding ways.

    Trinity T.

    What a great park for kids, older and younger! Our kids are 3-12 so it's great to find a place that accommodates all of them. I'm impressed by the creativeness of this park and the different themed play areas. The entire park is an Old West theme, with a downtown area/pretend shops, tepees, railroad type play structure; it's really a lot of fun. I'm sad we didn't get to walk the trail, but I hear it's stroller accessible! There were a lot of happy dog owners strolling through the park as well. There is a carousel (closed, winter). There's a rock wall climbing area which is very cool! I walked the dirt trail around one of the lakes and the kids loved it!

    Taking a train.
    Jim W.

    Where can one go on the weekends for under $20 a person and experience a carousel ride, mini train ride and rent a canoe for 30 minutes! There is a snack shop near the rides. If not, the long trails, parking, bird watching, parking, playground and nature are FREE! A popular park to reserve large picnic areas. Some picnic tables and benches dot the expansive premises

    Beautiful views of the lake!
    Shayla B.

    Definitely a gem of a park in this area! I feel like I spend so much time wine tasting and eating out here that I often neglect visiting this area for other reasons (such as hiking, recreation, and nature walks). Welp, this park definitely has all of that! From your easy to moderate hiking trails, to spacious grassy fields, to super relaxing rest benches that overlook the beautiful duck filled lake; Howarth Park seems to truly have something for everyone to enjoy. I actually ended up here by way of some friends. We had just finished a day of.... yep, you guessed it; WINE TASTING! Story of my life! We needed a place to unwind after all of that vino. Howarth Park was the perfect place for that. There's plenty of parking, lots of recreational space, and tons of picnic tables and benches all throughout the park. The views of Lake Ralphine are truly stunning. We saw lots of people on paddle boats and in canoes traversing the lake. Although there were quite a bit of people there, everyone seemed to maintain their distance. It was actually quite peaceful. The ducks swimming in the lake. The wind rustling through the trees. Just a very enjoyable place to truly relax. I didn't hike any of the trails, but I did see many of them in the distance. There are trails here that climb through ridges and small forests, and trust me; it's on my list of to-try hikes. There's also a nice walking trail that runs pretty parallel to the lake. Also saw a small pier/deck that looks like it may be used for fishing (can't confirm this though). It's really a wonderful little spot. If I were a local here, I'd def be hitting this spot up on a regular basis. I'm grateful that my friends exposed me to this beauty. Once I get over this wine tasting addiction (HA!), I'm hoping to come back here to explore those beautiful looking hiking trails.

    Kay O.

    I've never been to this park before and was pleasantly surprised with how large it was!! It wraps around a lake and there's a bunch of trails!! The only downside of this park and all their different types of playgrounds are the massive amounts of poison oak!!! Unless you stay on the concrete trails, the dirt trails that are made up have poison oak along both sides of them. I am highly allergic to poison oak so I kept in the middle of the concrete walkways. I love the old fashion playground with a pretend town that looked like the old country/western days! How nostalgic for these young technology-based children to see how the Western days were! Hee

    Perfect for a five year old.
    Diana T.

    The best $12.00 spent! I often take a 26 minute around the lake with my 5 year old granddaughter. We have ended our adventure with a $12.00 paddle boat adventure. We bring our back pack and have a picnic in the middle of the lake. Just think if you utilized all 4 seats, that's $3.00 a person to cruise on the lake! As a bonus, they even take Apple Pay.

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    Lots of fun here for the kids. Loved it. They do charge for the rides but not too expensive.

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    Great play area for kids. Imaginative olde wild west street play area. Access to mountain bike trails.

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    I like this park. It has many shade & tree. The only thing is that it can be hard to find a parking on a weekend. Tennis court was a plus.

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    12 years ago

    Been coming here since I was a child and loved it so much that I've continued on the tradition with my boys!

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    Loved having an outdoor picnic, feeding the ducks and going fur a long walk there. So pretty!!

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    14 years ago

    This place is great. Plenty for kids of all ages to do. I will definitely be back next time I find myself in Santa Rosa.

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    12 years ago

    This park in combination with Spring Lake made me realize Sonoma County is my forever home.

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    11 years ago

    Beautiful place to bring your family. Well maintained and something to do for everyone.

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    This place is great park, worth 2 hour drive to play in the water area fountains. It is fun

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    Ask the Community - Howarth Park

    Are dogs allowed?

    I took my dogs when we went walking on the trail. I would be leery of smaller dogs or hairless dogs, anything off the trail is covered in poison oak!!

    Is there a bike trail?

    There's a walk/bike trail, yes. It connects Howarth Park and goes around Spring Lake. Mostly paved.

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    I enjoyed being a kid again by, riding the train, going through the petting barn and a spin in the carousel.

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    (1.2k reviews)
    7.3 mi

    Safari West, what an adventure…read more Tour Guide - Lorenzo, he was great in driving us around and shared all the wonderful stories of the animals that live there. So detail, down to how they name the new born babies. Truck Rides Stay Over Evenings Lunch Events This is a hidden gem. It is am must visit.

    I actually like this place better than the San Diego Safari Park…read more The parking lot can be packed if you go on a weekend. The check-in process was pretty easy also. We checked-in with our tour guide and let him know that we were joining another family. They put us in the same jeep. They can fit 4 people on the roof but you must be a certain height. I would want to ride above but it was really sunny so I didn't want to get burnt, lol. You'll ride through many many acres of land with all types of animals. They have varieties of antelope that freely roam. They can get really close to the jeep so be careful. I was surprised that the place did not really smell like poop like some other zoos, lol. The tour was like 2 hours on the jeep and another 1 hour walking tour. Our guide was very informational and had great humor too. Our kids loved it and I think all adults would enjoy it also.

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    Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

    2.3
    (2.8k reviews)
    32.1 mi

    The park is very fun and has great rides to ride with your friends, however the staff is very rude…read morespecifically this worker at joker who's name is Sariah. She was very rude and degrading she had said me and my friend could not meet with our family in line we had accidentally gone in the fast pass lane and thought what would the difference be if we just went with our family members? But no she said we could not join them in line even though many other people had jumped the fence to get in line with their friends RIGHT in front of her but she just so happened to tell us we couldn't just go with our family, we even asked which many other people did not do but we were targeted I felt very humiliated and degraded which after the whole situation she saw people cut the line and said nothing yet had the urge to call us out this whole situation felt very unfair and uncomfortable.

    Six Flags was a lot, we planned this over five months ago with family and friends. Our experience…read moretook a turn when we entered the park around 11:30 and encountered a malfunction on the first ride we got on, which was Monsoon Falls ride. While I understand that ride malfunctions are beyond the control of the staff, the lack of communication regarding the situation was disappointing. 20 minutes later, we did what we could of just done 20 minutes ago. Which was stand up and get off while they held the boat. On a positive side, the Looney Tunes show was great, and the staff member William from Totally Wing'n It started the day off with good customer service. His friendly demeanor highlighted the importance of a simple smile and gratitude, a lesson that many of the park's employees could benefit from. Additionally, the kids enjoyed the Road Runner Express, where Anthony's high energy and engaging personality made the experience memorable for everyone waiting in line. At 3:05, we boarded the Flash ride, and I regret not catching the name of a remarkable staff member who provided exceptional service. She engaged with riders through games and demonstrated outstanding customer interaction, which left a lasting impression. Interestingly, my daughter, who visited for her eighth-grade trip, recognized her and noted that she maintained the same vibrant demeanor. Additionally, while on a different ride, I overheard two strangers praising her energy with the guest as well. Unfortunately, I did not get her name, but she had long braids in her hair, and I hope her efforts are acknowledged with the flowers she deserves. I would also like to highlight the contributions of Myles and Destiny. Myles, in particular, excelled in engaging with riders, adding his unique flair to the experience. His ability to connect with guests through the microphone, was just different, I actually got to ride that ride twice and Destiny was engaging as riders were getting on asking if we were ready, nervous, or scared, significantly enhanced the atmosphere and made the ride more enjoyable for everyone involved. Now I'm come my disappointed with six flags starting with the butterfly exhibit which to my understanding is supposed to close 30 minutes before the park's official closing time which on my day 7/19/2026 Sunday was 7, BUT!!!!!!!!! it was already shut down by 5:15 PM. This, along with other attractions like Wonder Woman, Medusa, and Kong being closed, detracted from our experience. Guests expect to explore the park fully, and the numerous closures led to longer wait times at other rides. The situation with Medusa was particularly confusing, as it was open upon our arrival to the park, closed when we got there to ride it, only to see it operational again as we're leaving at 6:45pm. I believe a public announcement or a mass text message could have alleviated some of the confusion. There was a lot of wasted time trying to determine which attractions were available, and which were not. Now let's discuss food, While waiting for burgers, it was so disgusting to witness a couple loudly arguing and using inappropriate language in front of children, with security taking an unusually long time to intervene. When I finally reached the front of the line, I was informed that they had run out of burgers, which wouldn't of been a big deal if you would of communicated that. It's not hard to make an announcement informing customers you're out of something, so they can decide to pick something else or leave to another food place. I bought the refill cups, and in my opinion that was a great deal, but the soda was very flat. Just want to address some sanitary things that stood out to me, for example the stuffed animal prizes at the games were mostly, covered in dust and spider webs. Although I noticed someone attempting to clean them later in the day, it was too little too late, as the park was nearing closing time. Additionally, the Thrilla Gorilla ride appeared neglected, with cobwebs and trash accumulating, which detracted from the overall experience. Having grown up visiting Six Flags, it is disheartening to see the decline of such beloved parks, especially with the recent soon to be closure of Great America. It would be unfortunate for Six Flags to follow suit due to inadequate maintenance and a lack of enthusiasm among staff, who seem disengaged and unwelcoming. Visitors expect a positive experience when they spend their hard-earned money, and neglect in customer service can lead to safety concerns, particularly in an environment filled with rides and animals. I've been coming here since I was a child, I do hope this review is taken serious.

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    Caramel filled churro inside
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    Flyer Thrill Zone & 7D Experience

    Flyer Thrill Zone & 7D Experience

    4.1
    (281 reviews)
    46.7 mi

    We stumbled upon this simulator ride while walking around Pier 39 and decided to give it a try. It…read moreactually reminded us a lot of Disneyland's Soarin' Over California, but without the lines, we had the whole theater to ourselves, which is pretty amazing considering amount of tourists in SF. ​We ended up doing two rides over two days. The San Francisco flight was a bit dizzying but great and the T-Rex dinosaur experience was fully computer-generated but still a lot of fun. Each ride lasts about 10 minutes and features immersive details like tilting seats and wind effects from fans. It would be nice if they also added mists when you fly over the ocean. It's wasn't too expensive I believe it was $15 for adults and $13 for kids. Its something different to do if the weather is not great.

    This is one of the many attractions at Pier 39. They have the flyer ride, they have a "7D…read moreexperience" which is like a "shooter" game on a giant screen, and then they also have two "escape rooms." Everybody here was very friendly. I did the flyer ride. It is about a seven or eight minute ride, It was a lot of fun. It's one of those where you sit in the seats, and then the floor drops out from under you, and it is like you are flying over the city. The wind blows in your face, and when you were going over the water, you feel just a little bit of a spray. I don't want to give anything away, but it does take you all over the city. It was really a lot of fun. The only reason I'm taking off a star, is because the flyer ride is a bit expensive. It's $14 per person, adult or child. That wasn't too bad for myself, but if you are more than two or three people, it can add up. Regardless, it was well worth the money for myself to do. I wouldn't come back to see the same movie, but if they changed it, I would ride it again.. This ride is also part of the "San Francisco city pass. I had fun.. Thanks!

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    Flyer Thrill Zone & 7D Experience
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    Six Flags Hurricane Harbor

    2.3
    (858 reviews)
    47.1 mi

    Hiya B.U.M.S., The…read moresummer heat has been absolutely no joke lately, so we packed up and headed over to Six Flags Hurricane Harbor in Concord to soak in some sun and cool off. Rolling in around noon, the parking lot was surprisingly empty, giving us high hopes for a day of zero lines and endless rides. Of course, a theme park day always comes with a few twists. Here is the summary of our day--the good, the bad, and the delicious. Security screening felt a bit random. While my wife's sandwiches were cleared without an issue, my cousin's chips were a strict no-go. I also forgot I had a tiny Bluetooth speaker clipped to our bag; security let us bring it in, but requested we keep it off (fair enough--no one wants to hear someone else's playlist!). We initially scored a nice shady spot, but the sun moves fast and the shade vanished within an hour! Luckily, we stumbled upon a total "secret spot" to hang out for the rest of the day. (Want the inside scoop? Follow us and drop a DM on Instagram @advntrbums_mb or visit www.advntrbums.com to find out where it is, plus get more of our favorite park tips! ) We purchased the Premium Food Pass (allowing a meal every 90 minutes) and set phone timers to maximize our windows. Our first meal of pizza and breadsticks was decent but a little dry. However, the cheeseburger and fries meals were a massive hit. We ordered three of them throughout the day, and our 11-year-old son chose the burger every single time and thoroughly enjoyed it. The park left the condiments out in the scorching sun (nobody wants warm ranch!). Worse, the fine print failed to mention that desserts were excluded. We saved our last food window for a funnel cake, only to be denied at the counter. The staff couldn't explain the policy, which wasted 30 minutes of our ride time. My waterproof phone case gave out early (cough cough, OtterBox, hook me up for a review! ), so photos were limited, but here is how the rides stacked up: The Big Winners: Tornado was beautifully terrifying--my son and I rode it twice, both taking turns going down the drop backwards! The Honolulu Half-Pipe (the "Blue Taco" ride) was also a massive hit for an 11-year-old. The Water Slides: On the Four-Slide Tower, the Orange Slide had two solid drops and the Yellow Slide was plenty of fun. We skipped the White Slide, and the Blue Slide was closed. Breakpoint Plunge was awesome, and Splash Water Island was a blast to explore. Pools & Rivers: Caribbean Cove won points for having genius in-water benches. The Lazy River was a great length (despite a little floating debris), but Breaker Beach (the wave pool) felt like it was operating at only half-power. We had to skip Big Kahuna entirely due to a massive line and a slow tube-loading system. The biggest drawback was ride efficiency. The staff lacked a smooth system for loading and unloading, making wait times much longer than necessary. Additionally, the restroom cleanliness wasn't up to par for a Six Flags park, and we noticed quite a few ants hanging out around the food shack. Between the line inefficiencies, warm condiments, and the dessert pass surprise, the park layout easily sat at a 2-star rating. However, the sheer amount of smiles, laughs, and pure excitement from the kiddos boosted our final score to a 3 out of 5 stars. Would we go back? Surprisingly, yes. When the California heat is beaming down, you just need a place to jump in and cool off. Hurricane Harbor did exactly what we needed it to do: it kept our family refreshed and making memories together. Until the next adventure, stay cool!

    We had a great time at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Concord and it's a fun place to bring family and…read morefriends. The staff was friendly and helpful throughout our visit, although at times it felt like some areas could have been run a little more efficiently. The biggest downside was the cost of food and drinks, which were very expensive. The restroom facilities could also use more attention and maintenance to improve the overall guest experience. Despite those issues, we still had a great day and enjoyed the attractions. We will definitely be coming back!

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    Main entrance
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    The Flyer - San Francisco

    The Flyer - San Francisco

    3.6
    (43 reviews)
    46.6 mi

    This is one of the many attractions in Pier 39. They have the flyer ride, they have a "7D…read moreexperience" which is like a "shooter" game on a giant screen, and then they also have two "escape rooms." Everybody who worked here was very. friendly. I did the flyer ride. It is about a seven or eight minute ride, It was a lot of fun. It's one of those where you sit in the seats, and then the floor drops out from under you, and it is like you are flying over the city. The wind blows in your face, and when you were going over the water, you feel just a little bit of a spray. I don't want to give anything away, but it does take you all over the city. It was really a lot of fun. The only reason I'm taking off a star, is because the flyer ride is a bit expensive. It's $14 per person, adult or child. That wasn't too bad for myself, but if you are more than two or three people, it can add up. Regardless, it was well worth the money for myself to do. I wouldn't ride the same ride again, but if they changed the movie, I would definitely ride it again. This ride is also part of the "San Francisco city pass." I had fun... Thanks.

    An okay one-time tourist attraction…read more I didn't know this existed until I came here with my family this past weekend. It had been a while since I last visited Pier 39. We were showing my aunts and uncle around the city, so I thought this would be something fun to do with the family. We had 8 people, and it was $14 per person. After we got our tickets, we went up the escalators to the second floor and walked inside. There was no wait. We sat in the top row, and we could see the edge of the screen. If you have the option, I would recommend choosing the bottom row. Note, if you're super, super afraid of heights, this may not be for you. The guard rails go away and the platform slightly lowers during the ride. I'm afraid of heights but this was nothing for me. However, my two aunts told me they were gripping the handles tightly the entire time. The experience was really short, about 5 minutes or so. For the price, video quality, and duration, I wouldn't pay to do this again. Definitely not worth the $14 per person.

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    The Flyer - San Francisco
    Outside their building, lol love my hubby!
    Outside their building, lol love my hubby!
    The Flyer - San Francisco

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    Rincon Valley Community Park

    Rincon Valley Community Park

    3.9
    (21 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    Beautiful park for kids and dogs. There's an open field all around with nicely kept grass. One side…read morethere's a playground for kids and a short walk away is a fenced in area for pups. The walkway towards one entry of the dog park was flooded through during my visit, but there's another entry after crossing a bridge. I loved that the dog park was filled with tanbark so the dogs doesn't get muddy. There wasn't any benches, but there were several mismatched lawn chairs for people to sit. Half the dog park was shaded by trees and the other half was nice and sunny. The fall atmosphere was really pleasant.

    As we walked up to the particular park, we saw there was a lot of grass and wide open areas. There…read morewas also a bathroom area and it looked like they had some sort of community center where maybe classes are held? I'm not too sure. But that place was closed on this particular Saturday. As we walked through the park, there was a lot of overgrown grass and weeds, but my puppies liked all the smells! As we walked further back towards the dog park area, there was a great little pond and a little waterfall that sounded whimsical and beautiful except I noticed it was all runoff water! Lol I'm not too sure what that does within the sewer system or maybe it was a clean drain pipe, but it looked a little off to me or dirty? Lol. Nevertheless, my dogs like the area and when we got to the dog park, there were three different entrances. I didn't realize that at the time, and we walked in the entrance closest to us once we crossed the bridge. That was covered with hay, which sadly I'm allergic to, and my throat was closing as we walked towards the back where the Half of the dog park was closed due to mud. Guessing they put hay over the entrance by the front because it was muddy, but goodness! My dogs like the area and they're paused. Did get a little muddy, but they didn't really find any friends although there were a number of different dogs there and cute little community circles! People seem to know each other since this park is in a local neighborhood and I'm sure they walked from the neighborhood. Not sure if we'll go back to this dog park. Maybe when it's not raining, so I don't die from the hay. Lol.

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    Walking up to the park
    Walking to the Dog Park area.
    Walking to the Dog Park area.
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