The Russian River

For outdoor sports including hiking in the woods, swimming and sunbathing at the riverside beaches, canoeing, kayaking, and fishing on the river, as well as leisurely floating down the river on inner tubes, outdoorsy types flock to the Russian River throughout the summer.

With its slowly flowing river and towering redwood groves, the area offers peace and tranquility throughout the year. The Russian River region is a great location for a relaxing weekend escape because of its relaxed rural ambiance and small historic towns. Because it offers a range of lodging options, including campgrounds, rustic lodges, and romantic inns as well as trendy restaurants and coffee shops, the town of Guerneville is a favorite vacation destination for San Francisco locals. Couples will like the town's serene riverfront location. It has beautifully preserved Victorian-era buildings (such as an old general store) that are now used as art galleries, boutiques, cafés, and restaurants for visitors today.