Surrounded by ancient redwoods in the heart of Sonoma County and just a few miles inland from the spectacular Sonoma Coast, the Russian River area invites you to explore, play or just relax. This region has embraced travelers since the railroads linked it to San Francisco in 1877. Today, charming towns like Forestville, Rio Nido, Guerneville welcome visitors to their local shops and galleries. Or maybe you're looking for a cup of coffee, a homemade pastry, or a farm-to-table lunch in Monte Rio, Cazadero, and Duncans Mills – the whole county is known for great wines and locally made foods.
And no matter what your accommodation style is – from camping to luxury resorts and everything in between – travelers of any budget can find places here. The best way to see the area is to get outside. Hike through the majestic Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve. Or cycle roads that are fit for beginners or professionals. If paddling down the river in a kayak or canoe is on your must-do list, make sure to check out Sonoma County's safety tips for water activities here.
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For more than 130 years, travelers have come to the Russian River area in Sonoma County to swim, paddle, hike, wine, dine, or simply relax and enjoy all the delights of this lovely waterway. As the...
Follow the winding roads along Sonoma County's backroads to discover 10 of the best getaway resorts and lodges in the Russian River area. Enjoy the laid-back, delightful blend of cool water, towering...
Not everybody thrills to the idea of enjoying a traditional camping experience, filled with pitching a tent, sleeping on the ground, cooking amidst a campfire, and drifting off to sleep in the chill...
Places in the Redwoods & Rivers Region
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Dry Farmed Pinot Noir. Estate Grown in the Russian River Valley.Our Estate Vineyard, SP-SL (Square Peg Stoetz Lane), is located in one of the finest sections of the Russian River Valley and is also…
Copain Wines invites you to our hilltop winery overlooking the bucolic Russian River Valley, affording breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and vineyards. Just minutes from downtown Healdsburg,…
Judged # 1 Pinot Noir in North America in the prestigious 2019 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, the oldest and most respected in the country. It also earned 99 Points and the Best Micro White…
We are a family-owned, working winery in the Russian River Valley. Our Spanish-style tasting room and garden is nestled in a 28-year-old Chardonnay vineyard and warmly welcomes our guests. We are…
Via Giusti Wines is a limited production artisan winery, originally producing Russian River Valley Estate Pinot Noir and has now grown to include Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir and Carneros-Sonoma County…
Handcrafted Wine & Cider from North Coast Vineyards and Orchards. We make a wide variety of white, red & rosé wines, and all of our grapes are organically grown. We utilize small lot fermentations and…
Balletto Vineyards is committed to growing and producing distinct, high quality wine from our estate vineyards located throughout Sonoma County’s famed Russian River Valley. We specialize in…
Iron Horse is an enchanting, family-owned, working winery, offering a genuine experience of wine country. The winery resides in a cluster of rustic, redwood barn-style buildings at the end of a…
In the heart of the beautiful Russian River Valley, Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery offers a proud winemaking history and a unique sense of place. Perched atop a ridge along winding Westside Road, the…
Equality Vines is the world’s first cause wine portfolio dedicated to equality for all people. It’s a perfect pairing for label co-founders Matt Grove and Jim Obergefell, a coupling of their shared…