We’re open,
come on down! 

While the transformation of Petaluma River Park is in its early phases, there is still much to enjoy at this wild and wonderful land. Walk the all-access trail, enjoy a fun Saturday program, join a slow stroll with seniors, or just come on down to see the birdlife on the river. Dogs on leashes and humans of all kinds are welcome! Join us for a free event!

Location

Centrally located in the heart of Petaluma, California. At McNear Peninsula, just off D Street through Steamer Landing

Directions

From US-101 South: exit at CA-116 E, turn right onto 116-W (Lakeville St.), turn left onto East D St, turn left onto
Copeland St.

From US-101 North: take the exit toward E. Washington St., turn right onto E. Washington St., turn left onto
Copeland St.

PARK HOURS

Daily from dawn until dusk

PARKING

The entrance to Petaluma River Park is located at Copeland and D Streets between Petaluma Boulevard and Lakeville Street. Street parking is also available on D Street and Weller.

When visiting the park, please…

  • Be kind and respectful to others

  • Stay on trails to protect sensitive habitat and wildlife

  • Stay back from shoreline

  • Keep dogs on leash

  • Pick up after yourself and your pets

Good things to know

Trash bins and portable restrooms are by the River Heritage Center and at Steamer Landing Parking Lot.

Location, Hours & More

Nature in the City

Petaluma River Park is intended to serve as a model of tidal marsh and riparian habitat restoration and a prime example of riverbank stabilization that is climate-smart and sea-level rise resilient. Enhancements likely will include stabilizing and improving significant portions of the riverbank, creating new wetland habitats, and establishing native grasses, shrubs, and trees throughout the park site.

The Petaluma wetlands are home to 231 different bird species.

Say Hello to Huru

The 38-foot-tall Huru rises from a sturdy base to support an intricate top section that spins and sways in the wind, its upper beams extending like arms outstretched in greeting.

Huru was built in Petaluma in 1984-85 by world-renowned artist, Mark di Suvero, with Petaluma resident Lowell McKegney, di Suvero’s lifelong friend and “right-hand man.”  Due to Lowell McKegney’s deep affection for the piece, di Suvero gifted it to him. After McKegney’s death, his wife, Petaluma resident Carol McKegney and her daughters, Katy and Ali, inherited and stored Huru while they searched for a site suitable to honor Lowell’s life, passion, and commitment. The McNear Peninsula met all of the family's criteria, helping to kick off the founding of the River Park. The McKegney Family has provided the sculpture to the Foundation on long-term loan. Huru is now a striking beacon for the city and the Petaluma River Park and should draw visitors from all over the Bay Area and beyond. 

Huru on display at Petaluma River Park (photo by Michael Funk). Come see this impressive sculpture in Petaluma, post your pix on Instagram, and tag #petalumariverpark

Join Us For a park event

Slow Stroll Tuesdays

Join the Petaluma River Park team members and local seniors for a casual morning walk on our 1.3-mile loop trail.

workshops and events

Check the calendar for our line-up of community engagement workshops. And be sure to bring the whole family to the Butter and Eggs Parade and Festival on April 20, 2024, where you can give us your ideas and feedback for the River Park. We’ll be at a variety of other fairs and festivals throughout 2024.