If you follow the two-lane Highway 116 as it winds its way through central Sonoma County’s Russian River Valley, the ribbon of roadway becomes known as Front Street for the three blocks where it bisects “downtown” Forestville (pop. 3,293).
Check out the renowned Nightingale Breads, which uses a wood-fired oven to produce fragrant European-style loaves and other baked goods. Visit the Tiny Town Café for a cup of coffee and some local conversation, or taste local vintages in Forestville’s tasting rooms and nearby wineries.
When it's time to eat, dining options in Forestville include burgers, pizza, deli delights, Italian, Mexican, and more. Just outside of town, the Michelin-starred Farmhouse Inn & Restaurant offers superb service, a fantastic wine list, and a seasonal farm-to-table gourmet menu.
Recreational opportunities abound. Access the Russian River at Sunset Beach River Park, Steelhead Beach Regional Park, and Mom’s Beach (aka Forestville River Access). Explore the waterway with help from Burke’s Canoe Trips, which offers canoes, kayaks, shuttle service and riverside campsites.
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Forestville is in the Russian River Valley of Sonoma Wine Country, an area well known to wine lovers for the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines that are produced from grapes grown among the rolling hills...
Forestville's motto is "where the river meets the redwoods," but it may as well be "where the river and the redwoods meet the vineyards." The road out of town leads directly into an empire of redwood...
You can go right ahead and say that Russian River Vineyards is an 'iconic' winery of Sonoma County — that overused, sometimes-misused term does apply to this rustic survivor from yesterday's wine...
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Family owned for over 50 years, the park has been a popular summer weekend and vacation spot for five generations. We also have families who rent for the entire season just for their weekend getaway!…
The Michelin-starred restaurant at Farmhouse Inn has historically played the cornerstone role on our property. The food that we serve is sourced from Joe and Catherine's Bartolomei ranch or local…
Bike Riding is Fun. I realize how much work it is to include bike riding in a vacation. Making it easy and enjoyable is my goal. You just show up I take care of the rest. Each bike comes with a…
Whether you are planning a corporate retreat, casual gathering, or festive celebration, Russian River Vineyards offers a series of elegant, fun, and flexible event spaces for private parties. Better…
Wine Guerrilla is proud to represent the iconic California grape, Zinfandel. Our goal has been to procure Sonoma County’s finest Zinfandels and provide the premier Zin experience. We are leveraging…
Wine Country Romance. Dreaming of the charm and romance of a wine country wedding without the headache of planning it yourself? Farmhouse Inn offers a trio of Elopement packages, each featuring an…
Steelhead Beach is a destination for summer fun on the Russian River. Swimming, paddling, sunbathing, picnicking, and barbecuing are favorite activities here during warm months. Fishing, birding, and…
Located in the heart of the redwoods, Burke’s is a ten mile self-guided canoe trip through the Redwoods. You can comfortably do this trip in approximately 3 ½ hours, actual canoeing time. However,…
Wohler Bridge Fishing Access is a seasonal boat ramp below the historic truss bridge on the Russian River in Forestville. Use of the ramp is available October 1 through May 15 with the purchase of an…