Glen Ellen Getaway Guidebook
Hiking, Biking, and Horseback Riding
Historic and Back-Country Trails
Pristine hillsides of madrone, Douglas fir, black oak, buckeye, and bigleaf maple. Grassy meadows, and redwood-filled canyons. These can be explored on trails both short and long, including a Bay Area Ridge Trail segment.
Spring and autumn are the standout seasons at Jack London State Historic Park. In spring you can search for wildflowers in the woods and grasslands, and in autumn the Park’s black oaks and bigleaf maples are gorgeous. Although summer temperatures soar in eastern Sonoma County, many trails are almost entirely shaded. During the wettest months of the year, waterfalls and streams overflow with storm runoff, and trails can be muddy.
Historic Trails
Two relatively short historic walking trails will take you to the Wolf House and on a tour of the Beauty Ranch. There is an audio tour available and dogs are permitted on leash. Smoking is not permitted.
Back-Country Trails
Hiking, biking, and horseback riding
There are over 29 miles of back-country trails that traverse through mixed forest, redwood groves, oak woodlands, and grassy meadows. The elevation varies from 600 to 2,300 feet. Back-country trails are accessible from the Beauty Ranch and begin on the Lake Service Road near the Winery Ruins. Please use a trail map and bring plenty of water. See the trail map and signs for designated hiking, biking, and horseback trails. Stay on the trails; do not go off-trail, create new trails, or follow unofficial trails created by others. Dogs are not allowed on backcountry trails. To prevent wildfires, smoking is not permitted anywhere in the park.
For guided horseback rides in the park visit Triple Creek Horse Outfit
Trail Etiquette and Safety
Horseback Riding
Be Aware: Even though you have the right of way on the trail, be aware that bikers and hikers can act unpredictably, so make sure to always have control of the horse.
Be Alert: Watch for other wildlife to prevent the horse from being spooked and be on the lookout for overhanging branches from bushes and trees.
Be Prepared: After rain, check with the state park for closures and trail conditions. Also be conscious of the weather, terrain, and your horse’s condition. Make sure to keep your horse hydrated.
Be Respectful: While on the trail, remain to the right or where safe when encountering others on the trail and make sure to communicate with others so that they know how to pass your horse safely.
Mountain Biking
Be Aware: Look out for hikers and equestrians and know that you are to yield to both while on the trail.
Be Alert: Since you are moving the fastest on the trail, always be aware of your speed and make sure adhere to the park’s speed limit. If you have to slow down or pass, make sure to loudly and verbally announce yourself.
Be Prepared: Wear a helmet and protective gear to make sure you can comfortably ride a long distance. Also be familiar with the park’s rules and regulations before entering.
Be Respectful: Always stay on designated trails and make sure to share them. Building illegal single tracks or adding unauthorized trail features not only harms trail access but the landscape as well.
Upper Lake Trail Jack London Park
Lake Service RoadHistoric and Back-Country Trails
Pristine hillsides of madrone, Douglas fir, black oak, buckeye, and bigleaf maple. Grassy meadows, and redwood-filled canyons. These can be explored on trails both short and long, including a Bay Area Ridge Trail segment.
Spring and autumn are the standout seasons at Jack London State Historic Park. In spring you can search for wildflowers in the woods and grasslands, and in autumn the Park’s black oaks and bigleaf maples are gorgeous. Although summer temperatures soar in eastern Sonoma County, many trails are almost entirely shaded. During the wettest months of the year, waterfalls and streams overflow with storm runoff, and trails can be muddy.
Historic Trails
Two relatively short historic walking trails will take you to the Wolf House and on a tour of the Beauty Ranch. There is an audio tour available and dogs are permitted on leash. Smoking is not permitted.
Back-Country Trails
Hiking, biking, and horseback riding
There are over 29 miles of back-country trails that traverse through mixed forest, redwood groves, oak woodlands, and grassy meadows. The elevation varies from 600 to 2,300 feet. Back-country trails are accessible from the Beauty Ranch and begin on the Lake Service Road near the Winery Ruins. Please use a trail map and bring plenty of water. See the trail map and signs for designated hiking, biking, and horseback trails. Stay on the trails; do not go off-trail, create new trails, or follow unofficial trails created by others. Dogs are not allowed on backcountry trails. To prevent wildfires, smoking is not permitted anywhere in the park.
For guided horseback rides in the park visit Triple Creek Horse Outfit
Trail Etiquette and Safety
Horseback Riding
Be Aware: Even though you have the right of way on the trail, be aware that bikers and hikers can act unpredictably, so make sure to always have control of the horse.
Be Alert: Watch for other wildlife to prevent the horse from being spooked and be on the lookout for overhanging branches from bushes and trees.
Be Prepared: After rain, check with the state park for closures and trail conditions. Also be conscious of the weather, terrain, and your horse’s condition. Make sure to keep your horse hydrated.
Be Respectful: While on the trail, remain to the right or where safe when encountering others on the trail and make sure to communicate with others so that they know how to pass your horse safely.
Mountain Biking
Be Aware: Look out for hikers and equestrians and know that you are to yield to both while on the trail.
Be Alert: Since you are moving the fastest on the trail, always be aware of your speed and make sure adhere to the park’s speed limit. If you have to slow down or pass, make sure to loudly and verbally announce yourself.
Be Prepared: Wear a helmet and protective gear to make sure you can comfortably ride a long distance. Also be familiar with the park’s rules and regulations before entering.
Be Respectful: Always stay on designated trails and make sure to share them. Building illegal single tracks or adding unauthorized trail features not only harms trail access but the landscape as well.
Grocery Shopping
If you're looking for a great place to pick up a picnic lunch, a quick breakfast or a prepared gourmet dinner, search no more.
Glen Ellen Village Market is offering to take email orders for pick up curbside at the store. Just make a list of the items you would like and we will fill the order based on what is available.
Email: glenellenvillagemarket@gmail.com
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Glen Ellen Village Market
13751 Arnold DrIf you're looking for a great place to pick up a picnic lunch, a quick breakfast or a prepared gourmet dinner, search no more.
Glen Ellen Village Market is offering to take email orders for pick up curbside at the store. Just make a list of the items you would like and we will fill the order based on what is available.
Email: glenellenvillagemarket@gmail.com
Whole Foods Market offers seasonal, local, and year-round produce to beauty and body care products.
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Whole Foods Market
201 W Napa StWhole Foods Market offers seasonal, local, and year-round produce to beauty and body care products.
Safeway
477 W Napa StSafeway is an American supermarket chain.
Pharmacy / Drugstore
Rite Aid
19205 Sonoma HwyDrugstore and pharmacy.
CVS
201 W Napa StDrugstore and pharmacy.
Food scene
Rancho Market & Deli
929 Madrone RoadOur favorite takeout Mexican food and grocery store.
Glen Ellen Star
13648 Arnold DrOur favorite neighborhood restaurant.
Garden Court Cafe
13647 Arnold DrThe best neighborhood breakfast spot.
One of our favorite fine dining restaurants in Sonoma County.
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El Dorado Kitchen
405 1st St WOne of our favorite fine dining restaurants in Sonoma County.
Layla at MacArthur Place
29 E MacArthur StGreat bar and restaurant.
Shopping
One of the best spots for shopping and fine dining in Sonoma County.
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Cornerstone Sonoma
23570 Arnold DrOne of the best spots for shopping and fine dining in Sonoma County.
Sonoma Country Antiques
23999 Arnold DrA great furniture store in Sonoma County.
Harvest Home
20820 BroadwayOne of our favorite furniture and home decor stores in Sonoma County.
Chateau Sonoma
453 1st St WA French-inspired home goods store in Downtown Sonoma.