Maxwell Farms Regional Park renovation complete
The County of Sonoma has announced that construction is complete on a series of new improvements at Maxwell Farms Regional Park, a favorite destination for families and local sports leagues in the Boyes Hot Springs area near Sonoma. Sonoma County Regional Parks has successfully completed the first phase of the park’s renovation, introducing new sports fields, improved parking and enhanced ADA access and amenities to boost recreational opportunities at this central community park.
This first phase of updates at the 82-acre park are part of a master plan aimed at creating more access to high-quality sports facilities, improving safety and accessibility, and enhancing the overall park experience for all visitors. The updates include all-weather sports fields for baseball, soccer and lacrosse, ensuring year-round playability for local sports leagues; new restroom buildings, which offer the potential for future concession operations; expanded parking with more ADA-accessible spaces and new EV charging stations. Visitors of all abilities can now access the sports fields, playground, picnic areas and fan seating via new ADA-accessible pathways.
“I’m thrilled to see the remarkable transformation of Maxwell Farms Regional Park and I am looking forward to what’s coming in the near future,” said Supervisor Susan Gorin, whose district includes the Boyes Hot Springs area. “These upgrades bring new life to our beloved park, and I’m especially excited about the improved accessibility for all residents.”
Maxwell Farms Regional Park, developed in 1988, has long been a recreation hub for Sonoma Valley residents. The 2019 update to the park’s Master Plan – the document that guides the development of trails, recreational and educational uses, and stewardship of the natural resources – addressed community needs in light of population growth and changing demographics, deferred maintenance needs and the loss of another nearby local ball field. The park’s redesign aims to meet increasing demand while preserving the natural resources and habitat along Sonoma Creek.
Planning and fundraising are underway for the second phase of improvements, which will feature a renovated skatepark, new bicycle and scooter pump track, and new pickleball courts and improvements to backcountry trails. Construction on the second phase is scheduled to begin when funding is secured.
