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Join Sonoma County Regional Parks for the dedication of the new Cheney Creek Bridge on Thursday, August 28th at 5:30pm. Speakers include Supervisor Mike Reilly, Coastal Conservancy Executive Officer Sam Schuchat, Parks & Recreation Commissioner Bill Wheeler, and Regional Parks Director Mary Burns.

Doran Beach Regional Park offers a wide variety of coastal recreation opportunities, attracting 300,000 annual visits from people enjoying the spectacular views, two miles of sandy beach, and camping, fishing, and boat launching facilities. Bird Walk Coastal Access is a revitalized saltwater marsh offering a unique opportunity for coastal wildlife viewing. The new 110-foot metal bridge over Cheney Creek and crushed rock trail offers an important link in the California Coastal Trail, connecting these two spectacular parks with a safer, shorter, off-road route. This project was funded by a grant from the State Coastal Conservancy, Sonoma County Measure M funds, and Park Mitigation fees.

To attend, take Highway 1 to Bodega Bay. Turn west onto Doran Park Road and follow to the park entry station. Proceed to the first parking lot on the left (look for signs and staff to direct you). The event site is 1/4 mile north on Doran Marsh Trail ADA parking is located at the north end of the trail at Bird Walk Coastal Access Park off Coast Highway 1. If you need special arrangements or other information, please contact Donna LaGraffe at (707) 565-2041.