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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Visit us in the historic Guerneville Bank Club in downtown Guerneville. Chile Pies Baking Co. serves delicious sweet pies and ice cream. All our butter crust pies are original recipes and are made…
Slice of Life started in 1974. It all began at the Cotati nightspot "The Inn of the Beginning." Forty years later Slice of Life has been reawakened by it's new owners Keith & Chloe. Keith is a life…
High atop the Laguna de Santa Rosa, our well-appointed tasting room boasts one of the most beautiful views in Sonoma County. Come to try our award-winning wines and stay for locally sourced artisanal…
Handcrafted Wine & Cider from North Coast Vineyards and Orchards. Our beautiful, tasting barn, estate orchard and gardens are in Sebastopol, California. We work exclusively with local orchards, and…
Immerse yourself in the best of nature and agriculture in the Russian River Valley Resort Area in Sonoma County – just minutes from the popular vacation destination town of Guerneville, CA. close to…
Join Sonoma Canopy Tours for a memory of a lifetime. Discover the world-famous Northern California Redwoods in a way you have never imagined with Sonoma Canopy Tours. It's high adventure that's green,…
Since 2009, LaRue Wines has focused on making high quality Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, exclusively from vineyards on the Sonoma Coast. The wines are elegant, restrained, and forever inspired by the…
We are open seven days a week for Lunch and Dinner, serving the best sushi right in downtown Sebastopol.
Baker Lane welcomes guests to our Sebastopol estate by appointment. We are a small operation and though appointment times are limited, we'd like to accommodate your schedule. Tastings are with…