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Bouverie Preserve

Location:

Bouverie Preserve of Audubon Canyon Ranch is approximately 6 miles north of the historic town of Sonoma, along Highway 12 in the Valley of the Moon near the village of Glen Ellen. Access is by appointment only (see below).

FROM THE NORTH:

Drive southeast from Santa Rosa on highway 12 for about 12 miles. Pass the turnoff to Glen Ellen (Arnold Drive) and proceed for 1/3 mile. The green entrance gate and Bouverie Preserve sign are on the left. Once through the gate, continue up the driveway to the parking lot.

FROM THE SOUTH:

Drive approx. 6 miles north of Sonoma on Highway 12. Passing Madrone Road, continue for 1 1/2 miles past Sonoma Valley regional Park to mile marker 31.00. Just beyond, turn right at the "Bouverie Preserve" sign and continue through the gate and up the driveway for about 1/2 mile to the parking area.