Guerneville

The nearest large airport is San Francisco International Airport. The closest small airport is Charles M. Schultz Sonoma County with nonstop service to/from Seattle, Los Angeles, and Portland.
By car from San Francisco, follow Highway 101 North to the "River Road" exit just past Santa Rosa. Turn left at the traffic signal. Guerneville is 16 miles west.

Having a car is important. You can get to Guerneville using public transportation, however is not easy or convenient. Once you are at 'the River' (as it is also known) having a car will help you explore the stunningly beautiful countryside. There are bicycle rentals available in town (seasonally), but much of the terrain is very hilly and the roads are narrow without much of a shoulder for getting well out of traffic.

• Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve

  phone: +1 707 869-2015
  address: 170000 Armstrong Woods Rd
  Visitor center, large outdoor amphitheater, self-guided nature trails from 1 to 9 miles long, and a variety of picnic facilities among towering redwoods.

• Segway tour of Armstrong Redwoods

  phone: +1 707 953-3477
  Offered by Segway of Healdsburg, this guided tour on, yes, Segways, begins in downtown Guerneville. It takes a back route to Armstrong Redwoods State Preserve. Mondays only.

• Johnson's BeachEnjoy the beach on a sunny day.

• Russian River Jazz and Blues FestivalAn annual festival held at the end of the summer.

• Pee Wee Golf and Arcade

  phone: +1 707 869-9321
  address: 16155 Drake Rd
  36 holes of miniature golf in a somewhat surreal landscape

• Rio Nido Pee Wee GolfMiniature golf in the redwoods; popcorn, candy, ice cream, and sodas at the snack bar; a clubhouse with pin ball machines, a foosball table, and other games for kids.

• Sunset Beach

Shopping in Guerneville is like walking back in time. With eclectic shops, art galleries, wine cellars, and antique stores you are sure to find what you are looking for. The 5 & 10 Store on Main Street sells treats, candies, games and more. At Etc. Etc. you'll find one of a kind items from around the world.
Groceries can be purchased at the local farmers market, organic food store or Safeway. Every weekend sports a small flea market and local artists can be seen all over town.

• Carport Gallery

  phone: +1 707-869-8129
  address: 15098 Old River Rd
  Unique art gallery featuring fine art from local and regional artists; rotating exhibits include paintings, sculpture, glass mosaics; and jewelry. Prices generally range from under $50 up to $1500.

• Applewood Inn

  address: 13555 Highway 116
  Upscale, a la carte, entrees $22-$32.

• Main Street Bistro

  phone: +1 707 869-0501
  address: 16280 Main St

• Russian River Inn

  phone: +1 707 869-0481
  address: 16141 Main St
  Change of ownership has the Swedish pancakes being prepared in a more traditional manner. Still good food.

• Russian River PubOn River Road between Hacienda and Guerneville, serves great pub grub with a view of the hills from its outdoor patio.

• Korbel Winery

  phone: +1 707 824-7000
  address: 13250 River Rd
  Offers an entertaining and educational tour of its champagne cellars. Champagne tasting is free after the tour, and a gourmet deli offers good choices for a lunch under the redwoods.

• Stumptown Brewery

  phone: +1 707 869-0705
  address: 15045 River Rd
  Around a dozen local beers on tap, most of them from this brewery. of their own, plus some other local brews. The Stumptown Grill is cash only; there is an ATM inside.

• Rainbow Cattle Company

  phone: +1707 869-0206
  address: 16220 Main St
  Famous gay bar.

• Applewood Inn

  phone: +1-800-555-8509
  address: 13555 Highway 116

• Cottages On River Road

  phone: +1 707 869-3848
  address: 14880 River Road

• Creekside Inn & Resort

  phone: +1 707 869-3623
  address: 16180 Neeley Rd

• Fern Grove Cottages

  phone: +1 707 869-8105
  address: 16650 Highway 116
  A variety of nice accommodations.

• Highlands Resort

  phone: +1 707 869-0333
  address: 14000 Woodland Dr
  Individual Cabins with fireplaces - some with kitchens or oversized soaking tubs, and all with private porches. Peaceful gay and lesbian (straight-friendly) retreat. Most cabins recently remodeled. Clothing optional sunbathing at pool. Seasonal camping. Massage Therapist available for outdoor massage in a grove of redwood trees (weather permitting) or indoors. Three pet-friendly cabins. 2 blocks to town. Day Use ($5-10) includes use of the pool, bbq, tv lounge & grounds (only clothing optional at the pool). No restaurant or bar.

• Russian River Studios

  phone: +1 707-869-8129
  address: 15098 Old River Rd
  Updated studios all have one queen bed and a full kitchen. Close to downtown for shopping and restaaurants, great location near hiking, wine tasting, and summer water sports. Great for a weekend or a week.

• West Sonoma Inn & Spa

  phone: +1 707 869-2874
  address: 14100 Brookside Ln

Guerneville is about 90 minutes north of San Francisco.