so if I stand outside of the park, thats ok? for example park on any random parking lot outside of the parks and I should be ok to fly it? thanks! I am just kinda new at this so "scared to cause issues" still
Well... maybe.
I don't know what the City ordinances are exactly for each city / County.
Maybe in Santa Rosa (for example) they will allow you to operate in the City on public property.
Most places (as far as I know) you can operate on private property with permission of the owner.
Of course, there are a few airports in Sonoma Count that have controlled airspace around them.
For instance, Charles Schultz airport is class D with Class E Surface Extensions.
Sooo... to make sure you are ok, you should:
1) Check with the park authorities (regional / county, city, or state) and see if they allow you to operate within the park. If yes, then you can fly in the park
2) If they say no, then check with the city (if you are in a city) or with the county (if unincorporated area) to see if you can operate on public land, like a street next to the park.
3) If they say no, see if you can operate from private property (with permission of the owner) somewhere close to the park
4) Be aware of / obey all FAA rules.