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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Two dog night creamery is all about fresh! We make all our handmade ice cream and cones fresh daily. Our mission is to make our customers the highest quality local food they can buy. All our ice cream…
Ryme is a collaboration of husband and wife with old world sensibilities as well as admiration for California’s terroir and sunny disposition. Our portfolio of wines has grown gradually and…
Proudly serving the finest coffee beans roasted here on site, you can choose a flavorful espresso, latte, mocha, or one of our many tasty specialty coffee drinks. Fruit smoothies and hot chocolate, as…
Colorful, comfortable, casual, and charismatic! Enjoy great food, beverages, and music at Sonoma County's award winning and longest running premier acoustic music venue north of San Francisco. Main…
Located alongside the Russian River in west Sonoma County, the Blue Door Gallery showcases three talented local artists: Marge Margulies, Douglas Devivo and Mary Livingston.
We offer a full pub menu, including BBQ Pulled Pork sandwich, Smoked Brisket sandwich, a variety of Ground Angus burgers and a "boat-load" of fries. Ask about our daily specials. Enjoy eating on the…
This Russian River bed and breakfast, in the Sonoma Wine Country, is a Victorian farmhouse dating back to the 1870s. Extensively renovated and modernized, the stately structure boasts five bedrooms…
The Russian River Hall for Performing Arts is a Community Center for performances of Theater, Music, Concerts, Dance and is also available for private events such as Weddings, Anniversaries,…
Our vision at Howard Station Cafe is to serve healthy organic ingredients as often as we can and provide a place of comfort through delicious food. All of our eggs are organic, and we offer organic…