Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park
Also known as Petaluma Adobe SHP
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $3 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- parks.ca.gov(707) 762-4871
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
In Sonoma County, about 3 miles east of Petaluma, Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park covers about 42 acres.
Visitors come for historic sites, ranger programs, geocaching, and picnicking.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Open daily 10:00am - 5:00pm The adobe building closes at 4:30pm. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, & New Years Day
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult Museum Entry Fee | $3 |
| Youth Museum Entry Fee | $2 · child |
| Child (5 & Under) Museum Entry Fee | Free |
Official wording
Special rates may apply for peak season, high demand holiday periods, and during weekends. Prices are subject to change without notice. • Adult Museum Entry Fee: $3.00 • Youth Museum Entry Fee: $2.00 • Child (5 & Under) Museum Entry Fee: Free
California park passes
- California Explorer Annual Pass — $195. Vehicle day-use entry to 134 state parks incl. high-demand Southern California beaches Details
- Golden Poppy Annual Pass — $125. Vehicle day-use entry to 112 state parks Details
- Historian Passport — $50. Admission for up to four people at per-person-fee State Historic Parks Details
- Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Annual Pass — $50. Entry to State Vehicular Recreation Areas that collect day-use fees Details
- SNO-Park Pass — $40 season / $15 day. 18 SNO-PARK winter recreation areas Details
From the California state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveCalifornia
- Phone
- (800) 444-7275
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed, with restrictions
Not allowed in or on: the following areas: adobe creek.
Are dogs allowed? Yes: Dogs allowed only in developed areas. Dogs not allowed in the following areas: Adobe Creek, backcountry areas, and historic buildings. • Dogs are allowed on the trails and in historic areas, but must be kept on a leash. No dogs are allowed in the visitor center/museum. • Dogs are allowed on the trails and in historic areas, but must be kept on a leash. No dogs are allowed in the visitor center/museum. • Collecting - Animals, plants, rocks, dirt, and artifacts are protected by law and may not be disturbed or collected.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Things to do
Historic sites and toursPicnickingRanger and interpretive programsGeocaching
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Visitor center
- Nature center or museum
- Parking
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Overview
Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park was the main residence of Rancho Petaluma, the huge agricultural empire of General Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo, one of the most powerful men in the Mexican province of California from 1834 to 1846. The park is at the east edge of Petaluma, off Highway 116 at 3325 Adobe Road. Phone 707-762-4871.
Exhibits/Programs
The lower exhibit areas of this historic adobe may be usable but will present some challenges for wheelchair users or others with mobility difficulties. Exhibits are housed in various adobe rooms with dirt floors that may be uneven and/or soft. Paths of travel within the site are also over dirt. Entry thresholds to various rooms may be up to two inches high. Security barriers are up to 41" high and may interfere with lines of sight for seated persons or those of short stature. Equipment displays in courtyard are generally surrounded by dirt that is firm in dry weather. An audio program and script are available. Restroom: A generally accessible chemical toilet is located at the nearby picnic area. Parking: Designated accessible parking is available, but it is about 750 feet from the lot to the exhibits. The path of travel is paved but presents occasional tread obstacles (roots) up to two inches high.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
Park Rules
Do your part to help protect Petaluma Adobe's cultural and natural resources and keep yourself safe. Follow all of the park's posted rules.
- Trails - For safety’s sake, stay on designated trails and paths.
- No Alcoholic Beverages - Consumption of alcoholic beverages are prohibited within the park.
- No Drone Usage - Drones may not be flown on or over park property.
- Dogs are allowed on the trails and in historic areas, but must be kept on a leash. No dogs are allowed in the visitor center/museum.
- Speed Limit - 15 mph for all vehicles and bicycles.
- Weapons - Weapons of any kind are prohibited.
- Collecting - Animals, plants, rocks, dirt, and artifacts are protected by law and may not be disturbed or collected. The picking and taking of fruit is prohibited (Title 14 CA Adm. Code CCR 4306(a).
Getting there
- Address
- 3325 Adobe Road
Petaluma, CA 94954 - Nearest town
- Petaluma — about 3 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 38.2545, -122.5826
- Phone
- (707) 762-4871
- bayareadistrictoffice@Parks.ca.gov
Entrances
- Directions point
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
A 20 minute drive from Sonoma, the park is at the east edge of Petaluma, off Highway 116 and Adobe Road. Address: 3325 Adobe Road, Petaluma, CA 94954
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- California State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- California State Parks Listing page (one link per unit, page_id = officialId), unioned with the CSP Enterprise GIS 'ParkEntryPoints' ArcGIS layer (coords, address, county, unit number, management status) and the 'CSPParkUnit_CurrentStatus' layer (open/partial/full closure)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology