Warm Springs Rec Area

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Warm Springs Rec Area

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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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2.62

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"Reviewers overwhelmingly love Warm Springs Rec Area, describing it as beautiful, peaceful, and full of outdoor recreation options including camping, hiking, boating, and disc golf. Many highlight the serene setting by the lake and creek, with repeat visitors reserving the same sites multiple times. A few issues are noted with accessibility and occasional maintenance or reservation-signage problems, but overall satisfaction is very high."

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About Warm Springs Rec Area

Nestled along the sparkling waters of Lake Sonoma, Warm Springs Recreation Area beckons day-trippers with its perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. While overnight camping isn't available here, the park's group picnic shelters, play areas, and first-come, first-served individual sites make it an ideal spot for families and groups seeking waterfront fun, fishing expeditions, and trail exploration before heading home at sunset.
This is a day-use recreation area with group picnic sites; there is no overnight camping at the facility.
Historical SignificanceThis land holds centuries of stories within its rolling terrain, where indigenous peoples once thrived and later settlers shaped the landscape. Today, visitors can deepen their connection to this storied ground by visiting the Milt Brandt Visitor Center just across the street, where thoughtfully curated exhibits bring the region's rich natural and cultural heritage to life, offering context that transforms a simple day at the lake into a journey through time.
Natural Features and SceneryPicture yourself spreading a blanket on sun-warmed grass beneath the dappled shade of mature trees, with Lake Sonoma's blue waters stretching before you and the gentle coastal foothills rising in every direction. The recreation area's expansive mowed field creates an inviting canvas for picnics and play, while the lake's edge lies just steps away, promising cool relief on warm days. Beyond the manicured grounds, trails wind into the surrounding hills, where California's coastal landscape reveals its wild beauty through oak woodlands and seasonal wildflowers.
Geological RegionCoastal foothills of Sonoma County, California
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Campsite details

Sites SizeEach group site contains a covered shelter with seating for approximately 75 people.
Sites PrivacySites are located in a large grassy mowed field with scattered shade trees surrounding the picnic areas.
Total Campsites0 campsites
Recommended CampsitesThere are six group day-use picnic sites each with a covered shelter seating approximately 75 people, picnic tables and a large grill. Facilities include flush toilets and drinking water; the Woodland Ridge Nature Trail begins at the park for hikers seeking ridge views.

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Guests Allowed Per Site
Each group day-use picnic site contains a covered shelter with seating for approximately 75 people.
Groups
Six group day-use picnic sites with covered shelters seating approximately 75 people, picnic tables and a large grill. Sites are for day use only.
Tents
Tents are not allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are not allowed
Primitive
Primitive are not allowed
Reservable
Reservations are not allowed

Site layoutSix group day-use picnic sites with covered shelters, picnic tables and large grills are arranged around a large grassy mowed field with scattered shade trees. Additional amenities include two sand volleyball courts, a large play field, and a small playground with a tire swing and climbing structures.
Walk-in AvailabilityIndividual picnic sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Accomodation available

GroupGroup campsites are offered for larger parties such as families, schools, or organizations. These sites provide space and facilities to accommodate multiple people camping together.

Amenities available

Potable water
Picnic tables
Flush toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Lake Sonoma recreation area offers trails, boating, fishing and swimming opportunities along with play fields and playgrounds. A visitor center across the street provides natural and cultural history information.
Hiking
The Woodland Ridge Nature Trail begins at the park and winds up the ridge, offering hikers views of the Dry Creek Valley and Lake Sonoma.
Fishing
Anglers fish for large and smallmouth bass, catfish and sunfish; a small native population of rainbow trout is also present.
Swimming
The lake provides swimming opportunities.
Boating
Lake Sonoma provides boating opportunities.
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Campground rules

  • Pets are not allowed

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Humidity: 84%
Wind: 3.1 mph
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Proximity to water featuresLocated at Lake Sonoma; immediate access to the lake for boating, swimming and fishing.

Campground Map

Warm Springs Rec Area
Driving directionsTake Highway 101 to Healdsburg and exit on Dry Creek Road. Travel west another 11 miles to park boundary. Watch the road signs and make a left turn across from the visitor center to reach the Warm Springs Recreation Area.
Accessible from Highway 101 via the Healdsburg exit onto Dry Creek Road, then west about 11 miles to the park boundary.
Nearby places
Santa Rosa — about 45 minutes
San Francisco — about 2 hours
Healdsburg — access point via Dry Creek Road (11 miles west to park boundary).

Reviews from booking and map sources

2.6
25 reviews
Mixed Reviews
Mixed Reviews
Warm Springs Rec Area has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviewers overwhelmingly love Warm Springs Rec Area, describing it as beautiful, peaceful, and full of outdoor recreation options including camping, hiking, boating, and disc golf. Many highlight the serene setting by the lake and creek, with repeat visitors reserving the same sites multiple times. A few issues are noted with accessibility and occasional maintenance or reservation-signage problems, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Review Summaries
Based on 25 reviews

What Campers Love

Campers praise the scenery, calling the area “beautiful,” “serene,” and “peaceful,” with lovely camping right on Putah Creek and beautiful lake and vista views. They highlight the wide variety of...
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Common Concerns

A few reviewers mention infrastructure and operations issues: one group arrived to find their reserved spot taken because the reservation sign wasn’t posted, and another noted that toilets were...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Consider this area for both small camping trips and large gatherings; one 70+ class reunion reported a great experience in a shady redwood grove group site. If accessibility is a concern, be cautious...
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Camper Quotes

“Lovely camping right on Putah Creek where we love to kayak! Dogs allowed camping for a small extra fee.” “55th class reunion, so mostly 70+ year olds. We found the site perfect! Shady redwood grove....
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Site-Specific Reviews

Site 3, Loop JUNI is described simply as having a great location. Site 1, Loop REDW (in a shady redwood grove) is praised as perfect for a large, mostly older group, with guests calling it a superior...
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Accessibility Features

One reviewer notes that Site 2 in POKE Loop is “not set up well for people with disabilities,” citing rough terrain that makes it difficult for walkers and wheelchairs. No other explicit...
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Pet-Friendly Features

Several reviewers mention pet-friendliness: there is a “very spacious enclosed dog run” and one camper reports “Dogs allowed camping for a small extra fee.” Another reviewer recommends the area as a...
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