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Guerneville & Forestville

Redwoods, the Russian River & Cool-Climate Wine Country

Sonoma's most bohemian wine destination. Ancient redwood groves, a kayak-friendly river, a welcoming LGBTQ+ community, and world-class Pinot Noir from Iron Horse, Gary Farrell, DeL...

Wineries to Visit

🍷 Iron Horse Vineyards
🍷 Gary Farrell Vineyards
🍷 DeLoach Vineyards
🍷 Rodney Strong Vineyards
🍷 Hartford Family Winery

Where to Eat

Boon Eat + Drink$$

The Guerneville staple — farm-to-table cooking in a relaxed, welcoming space. Local wine list and genuinely good food.

Canneti Roadhouse Italiana$$

Excellent rustic Italian cooking in Forestville — wood-fired dishes and a great local wine selection.

Russian River Brewing$

Home of Pliny the Elder and Pliny the Younger — two of the most celebrated craft beers in America. Worth the visit even if wine is your thing.

Things to Do

✓ Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve — 1,400-year-old trees
✓ Kayak or canoe the Russian River
✓ Burke's Canoe Trips — the classic river float
✓ Russian River Brewing tasting room
✓ Duncans Mills — tiny coastal village 20 min away
✓ Sunset at Goat Rock Beach on the Pacific
🍷 WinoNotion Insider Tip
Guerneville is the only wine country town that's genuinely not about wine tourism — it's about the river, the redwoods, and the community. Come for a half day of wine tasting and stay for a kayak or a beer at Russian River Brewing. The combination is uniquely Sonoma County.
Known For

Armstrong Redwoods, Russian River kayaking, welcoming LGBTQ+ community, Russian River Brewing, world-class Pinot Noir

Drive Times
San Francisco
1h 20min
Oakland
1h 10min
Los Angeles
8h
Where to Stay
Highlands ResortBoutique

Charming, welcoming adults-only retreat in the redwoods above Guerneville — clothing optional, beautiful pool, relaxed vibe.

AutoCamp Russian RiverUnique

Unique glamping in Airstream trailers and cabins among the redwoods — a genuinely fun alternative to a traditional hotel.

Farmhouse InnLuxury

Michelin-starred restaurant + luxury boutique hotel in Forestville — one of the finest small inns in wine country.

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