Caitlin’s guidebook
Food scene
Go where the locals gather, enjoy local beer or have a cocktail while taking in the scenery on their expansive deck. Great place to catch the game and enjoy some food. Kids and pets welcome!
84 locals recommend
Stumptown Brewery
15045 River RdGo where the locals gather, enjoy local beer or have a cocktail while taking in the scenery on their expansive deck. Great place to catch the game and enjoy some food. Kids and pets welcome!
If your looking for soul food this is your place! The fried catfish is sweet and delicious with a thin cornmeal crust they also have Bbq ribs hot links fried chicken plus much more. Call ahead for large parties
Saucy Mama's
If your looking for soul food this is your place! The fried catfish is sweet and delicious with a thin cornmeal crust they also have Bbq ribs hot links fried chicken plus much more. Call ahead for large parties
The only place in town to get sushi and a local favorite. They also offer udon bowls, burgers and a really good cheesesteak.
11 locals recommend
Koala's Fine Food
16380 Mill StThe only place in town to get sushi and a local favorite. They also offer udon bowls, burgers and a really good cheesesteak.
Music
Kick back and relax or get up and dance at our local jazz and blues cabaret. Expansive bistro menu and pizza bar. Full bar.
Tuesday night is locals night but you don’t have to be a local to enjoy their juicy $8.00 burger.
38 locals recommend
Main Street Bistro
16280 Main StTuesday night is locals night but you don’t have to be a local to enjoy their juicy $8.00 burger.
Sightseeing
Head out to Jenner catch those ocean views sip some wine at the local wine bar or grab some coffee while taking in the gorgeous ocean view.
61 locals recommend
Jenner
Head out to Jenner catch those ocean views sip some wine at the local wine bar or grab some coffee while taking in the gorgeous ocean view.
Hit the trail and head up into the trees and burn some calories or take in the giant redwoods on the valley floor. Big trees, cool fresh air and breathtakingly beautiful. Pets on leash and strollers on the valley floor road are allowed.
500 locals recommend
Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve Visitor Center
17000 Armstrong Woods RdHit the trail and head up into the trees and burn some calories or take in the giant redwoods on the valley floor. Big trees, cool fresh air and breathtakingly beautiful. Pets on leash and strollers on the valley floor road are allowed.
Wine tasting
Call ahead and book a tour or do a tasting in their tasting room. They have a delicious deli offering homemade salads and sandwiches for the deck or to go.
Korbel Winery
13250 River RdShopping
Go to our favorite place to shop! Many cute boutique shops and a second hand store. The market has a expansive beer and wine selection. They have a deli with local meats.
Duncans Mills
Many picnic items available. Owned and operated by locals.
Pop Culture Art Gallery
Just one of the many great shops around town.
Guerneville 5 & 10
16252 Main StA local gem filled with souvenirs,toys, candy and water gear.
Local fishing advice and gear. Clothes and shoes for hiking and outdoor wear. They also rent kayaks and will drop you off and pick you up if you want to do a long float.
16 locals recommend
King's Sport & Tackle
16258 Main StLocal fishing advice and gear. Clothes and shoes for hiking and outdoor wear. They also rent kayaks and will drop you off and pick you up if you want to do a long float.
Kid and adult fun!
Play a round of putt putt and some video games. Let the kids run around and enjoy some entertainment.
Built by a local family in the 1950s super cute nostalgic and fun!
33 locals recommend
Pee Wee Golf & Arcade
16155 Drake RdBuilt by a local family in the 1950s super cute nostalgic and fun!
Wide expansive beach. You can rent kayaks or a canoe. They also have a snack shack.
101 locals recommend
Johnson's Beach
16215 First StWide expansive beach. You can rent kayaks or a canoe. They also have a snack shack.
Plenty of places to park with a beautiful wide expansive beach. Great spot to catch the sunset and take lasting pictures. Side note Sonoma coast has riptides so stay clear of the water.
Goat Rock Beach
Plenty of places to park with a beautiful wide expansive beach. Great spot to catch the sunset and take lasting pictures. Side note Sonoma coast has riptides so stay clear of the water.
Fort Ross State Historic Park brings attention to the varied stories that have occurred here through the centuries, including the long formation of the coastal natural history, the centuries past and present of resident Kashia Pomo people, the Russian colonization periods (1812-1842), the Ranch era (1842-1972), and the over one hundred year era of this area as a protected resource as a State Historic Park. The park's Visitor Center is an excellent place to start a tour of Fort Ross to become acquainted with the rich natural and cultural history of the area.
54 locals recommend
Fort Ross State Historic Park
19005 Coast HighwayFort Ross State Historic Park brings attention to the varied stories that have occurred here through the centuries, including the long formation of the coastal natural history, the centuries past and present of resident Kashia Pomo people, the Russian colonization periods (1812-1842), the Ranch era (1842-1972), and the over one hundred year era of this area as a protected resource as a State Historic Park. The park's Visitor Center is an excellent place to start a tour of Fort Ross to become acquainted with the rich natural and cultural history of the area.
Wine tasting
Sophie’s Cellars features limited production wines from across Sonoma County, specializing in wines from the Russian River Valley, Sonoma Coast, Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley and Rockpile. Visit our wine bar and enjoy Sonoma Wines paired with local Artisan cheeses and hors d’oeuvres.
Sophie's Cellars
25179 CA-116If you're looking for some of the most
beautiful "natural" landscaping while
sipping on wine, check out RRV.
Unpretentious local ambience.
Sipping wine under the redwoods is a
much different experience than the
views in Napa.
This winery has a lot
of character and an impressive menu
to pair with their wines. Live music call ahead for schedule.
61 locals recommend
Russian River Vineyards
5700 California 116If you're looking for some of the most
beautiful "natural" landscaping while
sipping on wine, check out RRV.
Unpretentious local ambience.
Sipping wine under the redwoods is a
much different experience than the
views in Napa.
This winery has a lot
of character and an impressive menu
to pair with their wines. Live music call ahead for schedule.