$24 million land deal secures 7-mile corridor of protected redwood forests in Sonoma County

The Save the Redwoods League has agreed to buy a 1,517-acre redwood forest in Sonoma County for $24 million. This acquisition will create a 7-mile corridor of protected redwood parks from the mountains to the ocean, enhancing wildlife connectivity. The property, located near Guerneville, includes 20 miles of trails and scenic views. It will be added to Monte Rio Redwoods Regional Park and opened to the public by summer 2025. Funding will come from local agencies and private donations. This deal follows previous purchases by the League, which has protected over 220,000 acres of redwood forests since 1918. Recent acquisitions include land near Fort Ross State Historic Park and rugged coastal areas on the Mendocino Coast.