Guerneville - census-designated place in Sonoma County, California, United States

Guerneville is a town along the Russian River in California. Pronounced "Gurnville", the town is known for environmental and gay activism as well as its beautiful redwood forested riverside site.

Get in

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.

Get around

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.

See

Do

Armstrong Redwoods State Nature Reserve

Buy

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 (Russian River Studios), 15098 Old River Rd, +1 707-869-8129. 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.

Eat

  • Applewood Inn, 13555 Highway 116. Upscale, a la carte, entrees $22-32.
  • Main Street Bistro, 16280 Main St, +1 707 869-0501.
  • Russian River Inn, 16141 Main St, +1 707 869-0481. The Swedish pancakes are prepared in a traditional manner. Good food.
  • Russian River Pub. On River Road between Hacienda and Guerneville, serves great pub grub with a view of the hills from its outdoor patio.

Drink

Sleep

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Guerneville is about 90 minutes north of San Francisco.

Guerneville

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Postal code:95446Date Time:Please wait...Timezone:America/Los_AngelesPopulation:4,552Coordinates:38.51, -122.99

Sonoma County

2nd-order administrative division

California

Primary administrative division

United States

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