Joe Rodota Trail
Location
The Joe Rodota Trail is between the cities of Santa Rosa and Sebastopol, Califonia. Access to the trail is located off of Highway 12 on Merced Avenue or Petaluma Avenue in Sebastopol.
What You Need to Know
| Parking |
Parking is available on Merced Avenue, Sebastopol Road, or in the town of Sebastopol, next to the trail head located off of Petaluma Avenue. |
Pets |
Allowed - must be on a 6 foot leash at all times |
| Facilities |
No restrooms or drinking water is available. |
Highlights
The Joe Rodota Trail is 2.8 miles of paved trail that runs along an abandoned railroad line. The trail is a segment of the West County Trail and offers an opportunity for families with young children to experience an outdoor outing for walking, bicycle riding, horseback riding, and roller skating. The trail meanders along agricultural ranches, and the Laguna of Santa Rosa. There are signs of the historic railroad throughout the property. Three bridges are on top of the old train trestles. The trail is especially popular in the Spring with a burst of color from wildflowers. The trail is an excellent place for year-round bird watching.
For additional information, call (707) 823-7262 or 565-2041.