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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Falcon Mike was born in Melbourne, Australia. Perhaps this attributes to his wanderlust and passion for traveling! After 25 Years of trucking around this county (and Australia!), Mike decided to buy…
Unusually Private Contemporary Riverfront Home, Redwoods, River View, Central Heat, Fireplace, Hot Tub, Deck, Private Seasonal River Access & Boats; Walk to Downtown Guerneville, Dining, River Beach;…
Dawn Ranch Resort’s Agriculture Public House Restaurant is a Sonoma restaurant dining destination focusing on locally sourced organic produce, sustainable fish, local meats, and artisan cheeses. Each…
Koshō Restaurant at The Barlow is a modern Japanese and sushi restaurant in Sebastopol with a progressive focus on food, local ingredients, and sustainability. We utilize local purveyors for fresh…
Society Bakery and Cafe is a bakery founded by Jeannette Messoria in Sebastopol, CA that provides custom cake orders in addition to our full service bakery filled with desserts and lunch items. Our…
Do you have questions about the Russian River? If you are visiting the Russian River area, please come by one of our two visitor centers or contact us by phone or email. We are also here to help if…
Quintessential Spacious, Contemporary Riverfront Home, Truly Incredible River View, Fireplace, Central Heat & AC, Hot Tub, *Seasonal (July-Aug) Dock & Boats; Walk to Town, Beach; Short Drive to Wine…
The original, independent family owned Cidery; produced in the Bay Area since 1993. We have nine amazing ACE cider flavors to choose from. All are Gluten Free and lower calorie than both beer and…
Your local bakeshop on the Russian River. We offer a variety of baked goodies, breakfast/brunch, lunch, and dinner to affordable prices. We have plant-based options and baked goods with Gluten-Free…
ready to transform your next meeting or retreat into something extraordinary? from intimate executive meetings of up to 14 guests, to retreat groups of up to 150 guests, we offer understated design…