Occidental is a region in West Sonoma County, California, characterized by its diverse natural features that make it ideal for outdoor activities. The landscape encompasses majestic redwood forests, a rugged Pacific coastline, and the picturesque Russian River Valley with its rolling hills and vineyards. This varied terrain, ranging from flat paths to significant elevation gains, supports several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Occidental offers more than 20 routes for…
64
Routes
4.7
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Average rating
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12
hikers
7.01km
02:14
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
hikers
5.95km
01:59
290m
260m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
hikers
2.74km
00:44
30m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
hikers
8.02km
02:31
390m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
riders
50.2km
03:08
430m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
riders
36.8km
02:24
490m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
riders
58.9km
04:27
910m
910m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
riders
40.7km
04:08
1,150m
1,150m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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65
riders
79.8km
04:15
1,160m
1,160m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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40
riders
67.0km
03:32
870m
870m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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30
riders
52.1km
03:01
910m
910m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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32
riders
45.7km
02:23
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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12
runners
9.72km
01:01
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
10.2km
01:04
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
5.00km
00:31
30m
30m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
3.19km
00:23
40m
40m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
riders
28.1km
02:39
760m
760m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
riders
22.4km
02:03
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
riders
20.7km
02:13
600m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
19.3km
02:04
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Occidental offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and jogging. The region features 24 routes, with an average rating of 4.7 stars from more than 70 ratings. These activities span redwood forests, the Pacific coastline, and the Russian River Valley.
Hiking trails are available in areas such as Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, which features ancient redwood groves. Other options include coastal trails like the Kortum Trail and the Coastal Prairie Trail. For more information, refer to the Hiking around Occidental guide.
Yes, Occidental offers easy hiking options, such as the Pioneer Nature Trail in Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, which is wheelchair-accessible. The West County Regional Trail also provides a mostly flat, paved option suitable for families. A guide for Easy hikes around Occidental is available.
Road cyclists can explore routes through the Russian River Valley, offering scenic views and vineyard landscapes. Challenging coastal rides, such as the 69-mile (111-kilometer) 'Sonoma Coast' route, are also available. Coleman Valley Road is another popular and challenging route. Find more details in the Road Cycling Routes around Occidental guide.
Mountain biking trails are present in areas like Sonoma Coast State Park and the Mendocino Redwood Lumber Company. The region offers 27 mountain biking trails, totaling approximately 35 miles (56 kilometers). The Willow Creek Fire Road loop is a moderate option. Consult the MTB Trails around Occidental guide for specific routes.
Occidental provides family-friendly options, including easy, accessible trails like the Pioneer Nature Trail in Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve. The paved West County Regional Trail is also suitable for families and children. These routes offer a relaxed experience through diverse landscapes.
Occidental is characterized by its majestic redwood forests, including those in Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve. The region also features the rugged Pacific coastline with beaches and headlands, and the picturesque Russian River Valley with its vineyards and rolling hills. This combination offers diverse scenery for outdoor activities.
Occidental is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 1,700 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 24 routes have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, based on more than 70 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Occidental, including Hiking around Occidental, Easy hikes around Occidental, and Road Cycling Routes around Occidental. Guides for touring cycling, mountain biking, and running trails are also available. These resources provide detailed information for planning outdoor adventures.
Information for the community of Occidental, California, can be found on the Occidental Community Council website. The official website is occidental-ca.org. Another community information portal is welcomeoccidental.com.
For general community services and inquiries in Occidental, the Occidental Community Services District can be reached by phone. The contact number is (707) 874-3800. This number provides access to local community information.

