Jenner Headlands Preserve

Nature reserve in Sonoma County, California From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Jenner Headlands Preserve

Jenner Headlands Preserve is a nature preserve owned and managed by The Wildlands Conservancy, a nonprofit land conservancy. Covering 5,630 acres (22.8 km2) in Sonoma County, California, the preserve offers views of the Russian River and the coastline. It is part of the organization's collection of natural lands, and more preserves can be found in the list of preserves.

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Jenner Headlands Preserve
IUCN category V (protected landscape/seascape)[1]
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Russian River mouth
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Location of Jenner Headlands Preserve
LocationSonoma County, California
Nearest cityJenner, California
Coordinates38°28′12″N 123°7′59″W
Area5,630 acres (22.8 km2)
Max. elevation2,000 feet (610 m)
Min. elevation100 feet (30 m)
Created2009
OperatorThe Wildlands Conservancy
WebsiteJenner Headlands Preserve
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Recreation

The preserve has hiking trails, a picnic area, and restrooms.

Geography

The preserve includes 1,500 acres (6.1 km2) of coastal prairie.

History

A set of public and private entities preserved the property.[2] [3]

In 2014, Sonoma Land Trust acquired Pole Mountain, the tallest peak on the Sonoma Coast. Eventually, a trail was opened from Jenner Headlands Preserve to the peak.[4]

In 2018, the preserve was opened to the public for light recreation.[5]

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