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January 2024 by Mat Schon
Hidden gem in Sonoma Co.
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January 2024 by Nicholas Pezarro
Pretty stunning ruins. Short walk from the parking lot.Definitely worth a visit!
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December 2023 by Jennifer Hayes
So much to see and explore here. Beautiful place to visit. Different levels of hiking / walking depending on which direction you had.
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October 2023 by Mitchell Zia
An ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful and culturally enriching walk in the middle of nature. The short trail leading to The Wolf House ruins is pleasant and easy, making it accessible to visitors of all ages and fitness levels. Upon arrival at The Wolf House, you're greeted by the impressive size of the ruins, which give you a glimpse into the past and the grandeur of Jack London's ambitions.While you can't venture inside the ruins, there's a path that lets you walk around it. There's also a staircase leading to a mini observation deck that offers a unique vantage point.If you're a literature enthusiast, the museum at the start of the trail offers limited editions of Jack London's books at the store.
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October 2023 by helene forde
A revelation. Amazing people. Way ahead of their time.
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September 2023 by Karen DeJong
Very educational
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June 2023 by Renee C.
Love this park for a nice hike or a picnic. A beautiful place to see Broadway Under the Stars. I have been going here since I was a child! I have fond memories of fishing in the pond. The views of the valley are unbeatable! Stop here on your visit to Glen Ellen!
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June 2023 by Kayla R.
Was visiting Sonoma area for a family girls trip and we decided we needed to walk off all the delicious wine and cheeses we were having all weekend, so my sister found this park with some amazing hiking trails. We were crunched for time, but did the "lake trail." Sadly we never made it to the lake because we had to turn around haha. Wish we would have left earlier because I'm sure it was as beautiful as the rest of this trail.I'm not a hiker by any means. It was slightly uphill and downhill at times, but nothing crazy! It was a beautiful trail where you actually hike by some vineyards, too. We even came across a man walking his two horses which was kind of cool, too. It also leads you through a forest as well, which was so beautiful.I seriously wish we had more time for this trail. It was so beautiful! And the weather was perfect. Parking was super easy, too. And the trail was very clearly marked and easy to find so no getting lost either, which is always great. Again, wish we had more time for it because it really was so beautiful and peaceful.
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June 2023 by Lisa W.
I have enjoyed coming to and hiking this gorgeous park for many years and yesterday was no exception. My girlfriend and I took advantage of the Sonoma County program of obtaining a FREE state park pass through them (you have it for 3 weeks) and have been trying to hit up as many state parks as we have time for. We were greeted warmly at check in and purchased a park trail map for $1. When we asked if there were rattle snake sightings she immediately answered oh yes, and to just stay on the trails (don't need to tell me twice!). The trails were marked pretty well and we chose a few of them to visit the Wolf House, the cemetery and where the Transcendence theatre company performs- all interesting.
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May 2023 by Heather C.
Beautiful state park to visit for half a day. We started at the visitor center which included a museum and lots of interesting historical artifacts from Jack London and his wife. It includes a nice gift store as well. We then headed out to see the Wolf house and it's remains. It's a 1.2 mile walk out and back. There's a golf cart service that drives those who need accessibility services. All staff were super friendly and welcoming as well. Wolf house was amazing! Then we drove over to the other side of the park and hiked out to see the Pig Palace. The area has amazing views surrounded by vineyards. We could have explored so much more but we had dinner reservations. We spent about 2 hours but didn't see it all. Highly recommend a visit here--great history and beautiful scenery. Nice for couples and families alike. $10.00 parking fee.
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April 2023 by Gin C.
I was hoping to see super bloom, but it has been cold so I saw flower buds but not blooming flowers. The park may belong to state of California but it is completely run by volunteers as they do not receive funding from the state. The parking charge goes toward maintaining the park. There are guided tours on the weekend and it is done very well. Each tour takes about 1-1.5 hr and does require quite a bit of walking. The Wolf House tour I thought was done well, thanks Greg! And I would highly recommend the guide to anyone as it also covers the Londons grave site. The Cottage and the museum have specific timed opening so check before you go.
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December 2022 by Elizabeth A.
Beautiful park with plenty of trails to walk or bike. Lots of nature to explore in this large park. Additionally, you'll find picnic tables throughout. On the Hwy 12 side there's plenty of parking for a fee and closes at sunset.
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December 2022 by Jose A.
This park is truly a beauty. Not too far from Sonoma itself, and very close to Glen Ellen. You can either enter the park through the gates at Hwy 12. (Just make sure to pay at the booth 7$)Or walk through Arnold Drive through the many trails. Love the fact this park has many trails, different sights to see and is perfect for a walk, hike, or bike ride. The scenery is very beautiful, and there are tons of nature animals roaming around in these areas. I actually saw a couple taking family pictures here, and I am going to assume they came gorgeous since the sun the sun was coming down,and the park itself is very pretty. During summer time, just watch out for rattle snakes. Because we do have them here.
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October 2022 by Jaylena P.
A friend of mine suggested this park for a day hike. Arrive early to avoid the crowd and the heat if in the summer. The website is a bit misleading for dogs. Dogs are welcome but only on certain trails; the Wolf House and the gravesite. We hiked in April and there was a ton of poison oak on the trails so be mindful of that. The Wolf House, burial site and grove of young Redwoods were, what I considered, the most beautiful parts of the park. The park is split in two sides of the parking lot. To the right you can hike up the mountain, to the left is the house and other historical markers. There is so much history tied to this land. Be sure to read the plaques to learn more about the story of Jack London.
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September 2022 by Deb Martinovich
Ive lived in Sonoma since the 80's and this was my 1st visit to Jack London Park. I loved it! Cant wait to go back and see more
