Charmingly rustic, the town of Guerneville (pop. 4,534) mixes towering redwoods, cool river waters, laid-back attitudes, and Sonoma Wine Country delights in a pleasing blend that makes it a popular destination, as well as an established gay vacation resort.
Guerneville has always been a vacation getaway for San Franciscans — by train in the 1870s to the 1930s, and by car through the 1950s. In the 1970s it became a welcoming resort area for Bay Area gay men and lesbians.
Today, visitors stay in cozy cabins, uniquely rustic resorts, campgrounds, vacation rentals, and other lodgings. They can choose to eat at trendy restaurants, food stands, or hip cafes reminiscent of the flower-power era.
And with more than 50 wineries within a 20-minute drive, wine tasting in the cool-climate Russian River Valley wine region is definitely a must for wine lovers.
With canoes, kayaks, inner tubes, umbrellas, and beach chairs available for rent, Johnson's Beach provides the main river access in downtown Guerneville, within walking distance of restaurants and shops.
Visit the awe-inspiring, 805-acre Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, two miles north of Guerneville's Main Street. Walk among the serene, majestic beauty of California coast redwoods, some of the world's tallest living things. It can be a transforming experience.
Trip Ideas
Many a thirsty traveler has undoubtedly emerged from a winding, redwood-shaded drive up Highway 116 to cross the Russian River and arrive in downtown Guerneville, only to wonder, 'So, where are all...
If you love the Great Outdoors and find yourself in Sonoma County with two or three days to play, where do you even start? It's a big and diverse county, after all - home to mountains, valleys...
The serene, majestic beauty of western Sonoma County's redwood trees recall the primeval redwood forest that covered much of this Northern California area before logging operations began during the...
Find Things to Do in Guerneville
Type
Displaying 1 - 10 of 169
Riverbed is located right off Main Street Guerneville across the street from Coffee Bazaar. Street parking. Not only is Riverbed a yoga studio, but we're also a spiritual store. Come by and check out…
Lazy Lightning Lodge is a standout departure from the daily grind. With an in ground pool, separate hot tub, and over 20 acres of redwood forest, meadow and fruit trees - you can relax and recharge in…
Located one-hour North of the Golden Gate bridge at the heart of the Russian River Valley Pinot growing region, this Sonoma Spa Resort is a romantic, upscale wine country Bed and Breakfast. It…
Our unique style of traditional comfort food with a Sonoma County flair..we call it "Rustic Cabin Cuisine." Local flavors, local sourced ingredients, and all hand prepared. Our dining room is on the…
Jerry Knights Historic River Theater is located in Guerneville California 70 miles North of San Francisco. The Theater was built in the spring of 1947, originally as a movie theater, however it has…
Ideal setting for your business meetings, retreats, family reunion, anniversary party, graduation celebration, or birthday bash. We can cater to everyone's needs, with a meeting room for the business…
All your favorites! Sushi, Sashimi, Tempura, and Burgers & Sandwiches on house-made buns. All served in a comfortable atmosphere.
Wine Country to Coast Vacation Rentals is dedicated to making your stay with us an eventful and joyful vacation with an authentic local experience in a home that is inspired and unique. We offer…
Fairytale Luxury Cottage on Half Acre under Towering Redwoods, Designer Furnishings, Woodstove, Hot Tub, Large Fenced Yard. Easy Outing to Downtown Guerneville, River Beaches, Wine Tasting, Golf.…
Bill’s Taxi in Guerneville, CA, provides reliable transportation and tourism services throughout Sonoma County. We’ll give you a lift to restaurants, bars, wineries, medical appointments, the grocery…