Recreation Information

• Corporate Locations:: * 1 mile(s) from General Dynamics * 1 mile(s) from Simi Winery * 5 mile(s) from Windsor Vineyards * 10 mile(s) from Agilent Tech * 10 mile(s) from All Coast Forest Products * 10 mile(s) from Kendall-Jackson Winery * 20 mile(s) from Fetzer Winery
• Recreation:: * 10 mile(s) from River Rock Casino
• Nearby Cities:: * 5 mile(s) from Windsor * 5 mile(s) from Geyserville * 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa * 15 mile(s) from Cloverdale * 45 mile(s) from Ukiah * 60 mile(s) from Sausalito * 75 mile(s) from San Francisco * 80 mile(s) from Oakland
• Education:: * 15 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Junior College * 20 mile(s) from Sonoma State University
• Local Attractions:: * Within walking distance form Historic Victorians * Alexander Valley * 5 minutes from Antiques * 5 minutes from Wineries and vineyards * 5 minutes from Canoeing * 5 minutes from Dry Creek Valley * 5 minutes from Fitch Mountain, bicycling * 5 minutes from Geyserville * 5 minutes from Healdsburg Airport * 5 minutes from Healdsburg Museum Antiques * 5 minutes from Historic Healdsburg Plaza, shops and boutiques, artisans galleries, old time bakeries * 5 minutes from Hot air balloon rides * 5 minutes from Memorial Beach * 5 minutes from Raven Movie Theater * 5 minutes from Tayman Golf Course, 9 holes * 5 minutes from Villa Chanticleer, conference facilities * 5 minutes from Windsor * 15 minutes from Cloverdale * 15 minutes from Fish Hatchery * 15 minutes from Hiking trails * 15 minutes from Lake Sonoma * 15 minutes from Sonoma County Airport * 15 minutes from Timber Crest Farms, dried fruits and organic produce farms * 15 minutes from Warm Springs Dam * 15 minutes from Windsor Golf Course, 18 holes * Armstrong Redwoods * 40 minutes from Calistoga, mineral springs, mud baths and antiques * 40 minutes from Korbel Champagne Cellars * 40 minutes from Napa Valley, antiques * 40 minutes from Pacific Ocean * 40 minutes from Russian River Resorts * 40 minutes from Russian River Valley * 40 minutes from Safari West Wild Animal Reserve * 40 minutes from Sonoma Coast * 40 minutes from Sonoma County Wine and Visitors Center * 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley * 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley Inn * 60 minutes from Anderson Valley * 60 minutes from Bodega Bay, deep sea fishing * 60 minutes from Fisherman's Wharf * 60 minutes from Fort Ross * 60 minutes from Giant Redwoods * 60 minutes from Mendocino * 60 minutes from Muir Woods * 60 minutes from Sea Ranch * 60 minutes from The Skunk Train * 1 mile(s) from Russian River * 5 mile(s) from Alexander Valley Farm * 30 mile(s) from Hopeland Brewery * 45 mile(s) from Sears Point Raceway * 55 mile(s) from Eel River * 70 mile(s) from Golden Gate Bridge
• Local Attractions:: * 1 mile(s) from Russian River, swimming, fishing and water recreation * 10 mile(s) from Wineries, over 50 wineries within 20 minutes of the hotel * 12 mile(s) from Lake Sonoma, swimming, fishing and water recreation * Armstrong Redwoods * 40 minutes from Calistoga, mineral springs, mud baths and antiques * 40 minutes from Korbel Champagne Cellars * 40 minutes from Napa Valley, antiques * 40 minutes from Pacific Ocean * 40 minutes from Russian River Resorts * 40 minutes from Russian River Valley * 40 minutes from Safari West Wild Animal Reserve * 40 minutes from Sonoma Coast * 40 minutes from Sonoma County Wine and Visitors Center * 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley * 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley Inn * 60 minutes from Anderson Valley * 60 minutes from Bodega Bay, deep sea fishing * 60 minutes from Fisherman's Wharf * 60 minutes from Fort Ross * 60 minutes from Giant Redwoods * 60 minutes from Mendocino * 60 minutes from Muir Woods * 60 minutes from Sea Ranch * 60 minutes from The Skunk Train * 1 mile(s) from Russian River * 5 mile(s) from Alexander Valley Farm * 30 mile(s) from Hopeland Brewery * 45 mile(s) from Sears Point Raceway * 55 mile(s) from Eel River * 70 mile(s) from Golden Gate Bridge
• Local Attractions:: * 1 mile(s) from Russian River, swimming, fishing and water recreation * 10 mile(s) from Wineries, over 50 wineries within 20 minutes of the hotel * 12 mile(s) from Lake Sonoma, swimming, fishing and water recreation * Armstrong Redwoods * 40 minutes from Calistoga, mineral springs, mud baths and antiques * 40 minutes from Korbel Champagne Cellars * 40 minutes from Napa Valley, antiques * 40 minutes from Pacific Ocean * 40 minutes from Russian River Resorts * 40 minutes from Russian River Valley * 40 minutes from Safari West Wild Animal Reserve * 40 minutes from Sonoma Coast * 40 minutes from Sonoma County Wine and Visitors Center * 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley * 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley Inn * 60 minutes from Anderson Valley * 60 minutes from Bodega Bay, deep sea fishing * 60 minutes from Fisherman's Wharf * 60 minutes from Fort Ross * 60 minutes from Giant Redwoods * 60 minutes from Mendocino * 60 minutes from Muir Woods * 60 minutes from Sea Ranch * 60 minutes from The Skunk Train * 1 mile(s) from Russian River * 5 mile(s) from Alexander Valley Farm * 30 mile(s) from Hopeland Brewery * 45 mile(s) from Sears Point Raceway * 55 mile(s) from Eel River * 70 mile(s) from Golden Gate Bridge
• Shopping:: * 1 mile(s) from Healdsburg Plaza, downtown Healdsburg Boutique and Antique Shops - nice shopping Area * 6 mile(s) from Wal-mart * 6 mile(s) from Home Depot * 6 mile(s) from Office Depot * 15 mile(s) from Coddingtown, major shopping mall * 15 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Plaza, major shopping mall
• Shopping:: * 1 mile(s) from Healdsburg Plaza, downtown Healdsburg Boutique and Antique Shops - nice shopping Area * 6 mile(s) from Wal-mart * 6 mile(s) from Home Depot * 6 mile(s) from Office Depot * 15 mile(s) from Coddingtown, major shopping mall * 15 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Plaza, major shopping mall
• Corporate Locations:: * 1 mile(s) from Simi Winery * 5 mile(s) from Windsor Vineyards * 10 mile(s) from Agilent Tech * 10 mile(s) from All Coast Forest Products * 10 mile(s) from Kendall-Jackson Winery * 20 mile(s) from Fetzer Winery
• Corporate Locations:: * 1 mile(s) from Simi Winery * 5 mile(s) from Windsor Vineyards * 10 mile(s) from Agilent Tech * 10 mile(s) from All Coast Forest Products * 10 mile(s) from Kendall-Jackson Winery * 20 mile(s) from Fetzer Winery
• Corporate Locations:: * 5 mile(s) from Windsor Vineyards * 10 mile(s) from Agilent Tech * 10 mile(s) from All Coast Forest Products * 10 mile(s) from Kendall-Jackson Winery * 20 mile(s) from Fetzer Winery
• Recreation:: * 10 mile(s) from River Rock Casino
• Recreation:: * 10 mile(s) from River Rock Casino
• Nearby Cities:: * 5 mile(s) from Windsor * 5 mile(s) from Geyserville * 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa * 15 mile(s) from Cloverdale * 45 mile(s) from Ukiah * 60 mile(s) from Sausalito * 75 mile(s) from San Francisco * 80 mile(s) from Oakland
• Nearby Cities:: * 5 mile(s) from Windsor * 5 mile(s) from Geyserville * 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa * 15 mile(s) from Cloverdale * 45 mile(s) from Ukiah * 60 mile(s) from Sausalito * 75 mile(s) from San Francisco * 80 mile(s) from Oakland
• Nearby Cities:: * 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa * 15 mile(s) from Burbank * 60 mile(s) from Ukiah * 70 mile(s) from San Francisco * 75 mile(s) from Sausalito * 80 mile(s) from Oakland
• Nearby Cities:: * 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa * 15 mile(s) from Burbank * 60 mile(s) from Ukiah * 70 mile(s) from San Francisco * 75 mile(s) from Sausalito * 80 mile(s) from Oakland
• Nearby Cities:: * 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa * 15 mile(s) from Burbank * 60 mile(s) from Ukiah * 70 mile(s) from San Francisco * 75 mile(s) from Sausalito * 80 mile(s) from Oakland
• Transportation:: * 10 mile(s) from Sonoma County Airport * 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Airport * 75 mile(s) from Oakland International * 75 mile(s) from San Francisco International * 75 mile(s) from Oakland International Airports
• Transportation:: * 10 mile(s) from Sonoma County Airport * 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Airport * 75 mile(s) from Oakland International * 75 mile(s) from San Francisco International * 75 mile(s) from Oakland International Airports
• Transportation:: * 10 mile(s) from Sonoma County Airport * 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Airport * 15 mile(s) from Luther Burbank Airport * 75 mile(s) from San Francisco International * 75 mile(s) from Oakland International Airports
• Transportation:: * 10 mile(s) from Sonoma County Airport * 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Airport * 15 mile(s) from Luther Burbank Airport * 75 mile(s) from San Francisco International * 75 mile(s) from Oakland International Airports
• Education:: * 15 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Junior College * 20 mile(s) from Sonoma State University
• Education:: * 15 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Junior College * 20 mile(s) from Sonoma State University
• Healdsburg Plaza:: Sitting at the foot of Fitch Mountain, Healdsburg was first settled by forty-niner Harmon Heald. The focus of this beautiful quaint town is the Healdsburg Plaza, it is surrounded by world class restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, book stores, clothing stores, café, bakery and deli. This is an ideal place to spend the day or an afternoon combined with wine tasting. Unique shops surround the plaza, with plenty of lawn space and benches for picnicking or for you to simply relax. If you come on Sunday afternoon you'll be in for a treat, for there are musical concerts, art shows and fiestas. Surrounding the plaza are many winery-tasting rooms. These are directions to a few: On Center Street is the Windsor Vineyard tasting room, where you can taste limited edition wines not available to shops or supermarkets. On Hayden Street is the White Oak Vineyard tasting room. And off Healdsburg Avenue is Kendell Jackson Winery, delightful food sampling and special wine tasting.
• Healdsburg Plaza:: Sitting at the foot of Fitch Mountain, Healdsburg was first settled by forty-niner Harmon Heald. The focus of this beautiful quaint town is the Healdsburg Plaza, it is surrounded by world class restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, book stores, clothing stores, café, bakery and deli. This is an ideal place to spend the day or an afternoon combined with wine tasting. Unique shops surround the plaza, with plenty of lawn space and benches for picnicking or for you to simply relax. If you come on Sunday afternoon you'll be in for a treat, for there are musical concerts, art shows and fiestas. Surrounding the plaza are many winery-tasting rooms. These are directions to a few: On Center Street is the Windsor Vineyard tasting room, where you can taste limited edition wines not available to shops or supermarkets. On Hayden Street is the White Oak Vineyard tasting room. And off Healdsburg Avenue is Kendell Jackson Winery, delightful food sampling and special wine tasting.
• Alexander Valley:: The town of Healdsburg is nestled between the Dry Creek and Alexander Valleys. Alexander Valley is a lush valley of about 10,000 acres with most of the wineries along Highway 128. This valley is comparable to the Bordeaux region of France, and produces about one-third of the county's grapes. A variety of grapes do well here, but it is best known for Cabernet and Chardonnay. Many of the wineries have picnic facilities so don't miss Jimtown Grocery for your picnic supplies and local produce. For a special treat, Sommer Vineyards has Saturday afternoon concerts during the summer season, call for times. At the eastern end of the Alexander Valley is the little known Knights Valley, which leads into the Napa Valley.
• Alexander Valley:: The town of Healdsburg is nestled between the Dry Creek and Alexander Valleys. Alexander Valley is a lush valley of about 10,000 acres with most of the wineries along Highway 128. This valley is comparable to the Bordeaux region of France, and produces about one-third of the county's grapes. A variety of grapes do well here, but it is best known for Cabernet and Chardonnay. Many of the wineries have picnic facilities so don't miss Jimtown Grocery for your picnic supplies and local produce. For a special treat, Sommer Vineyards has Saturday afternoon concerts during the summer season, call for times. At the eastern end of the Alexander Valley is the little known Knights Valley, which leads into the Napa Valley.
• Dry Creek Valley:: This valley stretches west along the Dry Creek, 16 miles long and 2 miles wide, and is best known for its Zinfandels. This grape was originally planted in the 1860's, and has brought the Dry Creek Valley world recognition as a premier wine-growing region not only for its Zinfandels, but Cabernets, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlots, Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc. There are some exciting new and rediscovered traditional grapes emerging from the Dry Creek Valley such as Syrah, Cinsault, Viognier, San Giovese and Barbera. * For additional information and a great map, ask for the Russian River Wine Road Map.
• Dry Creek Valley:: This valley stretches west along the Dry Creek, 16 miles long and 2 miles wide, and is best known for its Zinfandels. This grape was originally planted in the 1860's, and has brought the Dry Creek Valley world recognition as a premier wine-growing region not only for its Zinfandels, but Cabernets, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlots, Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc. There are some exciting new and rediscovered traditional grapes emerging from the Dry Creek Valley such as Syrah, Cinsault, Viognier, San Giovese and Barbera. * For additional information and a great map, ask for the Russian River Wine Road Map.
• Dry Creek Valley:: This valley stretches west along the Dry Creek, 16 miles long and 2 miles wide, and is best known for its Zinfandels. This grape was originally planted in the 1860's, and has brought the Dry Creek Valley world recognition as a premier wine-growing region not only for its Zinfandels, but Cabernets, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlots, Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc. There are some exciting new and rediscovered traditional grapes emerging from the Dry Creek Valley such as Syrah, Cinsault, Viognier, San Giovese and Barbera. * For additional information and a great map, ask for the Russian River Wine Road Map.
• Lake Sonoma:: Don't forget Lake Sonoma and the Warm Springs Dam at the west end of the Dry Creek Valley. The dam is a spectacular structure completed in 1983. Opened all year is the Fish Hatchery and Visitor Center, staffed with a ranger for any questions you might have on the special exhibits and audiovisual programs. The marina with boat rentals and picnic area should not be missed.
• Lake Sonoma:: Don't forget Lake Sonoma and the Warm Springs Dam at the west end of the Dry Creek Valley. The dam is a spectacular structure completed in 1983. Opened all year is the Fish Hatchery and Visitor Center, staffed with a ranger for any questions you might have on the special exhibits and audiovisual programs. The marina with boat rentals and picnic area should not be missed.
• Guerneville/Armstrong Redwoods, Wineries:: Heading a little south and west you enter the Russian River wine-growing region best known for its sparkling wines, the home of World famous Korbel. Moving west along River Road you come to the second stop sign in Guerneville. Turn right on Armstrong Woods Road to go to the Redwoods. There is a small entrance fee to drive into the park, but we recommend parking in the lot and walking. You really need to stand beside the 350-foot trees, the oldest of which is 1,400 years old. Picnic tables are available in the woods and horseback riding and camping are available at Austin Creek State Recreation Area above the park. After leaving the park, you might want to stop at The Burl Shop outside the park for just the right Redwood gift. Duncans Mills, an old logging town, is now a village with a population of about 100 people. A great place to pick up picnic supplies from the deli and visit the gift stores. This is about 8 miles from Guerneville.
• Guerneville/Armstrong Redwoods, Wineries:: Heading a little south and west you enter the Russian River wine-growing region best known for its sparkling wines, the home of World famous Korbel. Moving west along River Road you come to the second stop sign in Guerneville. Turn right on Armstrong Woods Road to go to the Redwoods. There is a small entrance fee to drive into the park, but we recommend parking in the lot and walking. You really need to stand beside the 350-foot trees, the oldest of which is 1,400 years old. Picnic tables are available in the woods and horseback riding and camping are available at Austin Creek State Recreation Area above the park. After leaving the park, you might want to stop at The Burl Shop outside the park for just the right Redwood gift. Duncans Mills, an old logging town, is now a village with a population of about 100 people. A great place to pick up picnic supplies from the deli and visit the gift stores. This is about 8 miles from Guerneville.
• Jenner:: Sonoma coast: A small fishing village at the mouth of the Russian River. A colony of harbor seals are often seen sunning at the mouth of the river. Directions are to take Highway 116 to the ocean's edge, about 4 ½ miles. Then you may choose to continue up Highway 1 to Fort Ross, about 12 miles over windy roads, or return to the Bridgehaven Bridge and cross the Russian River and drive south on Highway 1 to Bodega Bay.
• Jenner:: Sonoma coast: A small fishing village at the mouth of the Russian River. A colony of harbor seals are often seen sunning at the mouth of the river. Directions are to take Highway 116 to the ocean's edge, about 4 ½ miles. Then you may choose to continue up Highway 1 to Fort Ross, about 12 miles over windy roads, or return to the Bridgehaven Bridge and cross the Russian River and drive south on Highway 1 to Bodega Bay.
• Fort Ross:: A Russian trading post and fort established in 1812, it has been restored to a museum and visitor's center. It was the largest Russian presence this far south in the United States. This is now a state park and has a per car fee. Allow 1 hour to visit the fort and about 2 hours driving time to get there.
• Fort Ross:: A Russian trading post and fort established in 1812, it has been restored to a museum and visitor's center. It was the largest Russian presence this far south in the United States. This is now a state park and has a per car fee. Allow 1 hour to visit the fort and about 2 hours driving time to get there.
• Bodega Bay:: A fishing village discovered by the Spanish in 1775 and settled by Russian fur hunters in 1809. During certain times of the year it's a great spot to whale watch or go deep-sea fishing. Good seafood restaurants can be found at the Tides Wharf or Lucas Wharf. Numerous state beaches are available to the public en route or at Doren State Park in Bodega Bay. * The Hitchcock film entitled The Birds was filmed in Bodega Bay.
• Bodega Bay:: A fishing village discovered by the Spanish in 1775 and settled by Russian fur hunters in 1809. During certain times of the year it's a great spot to whale watch or go deep-sea fishing. Good seafood restaurants can be found at the Tides Wharf or Lucas Wharf. Numerous state beaches are available to the public en route or at Doren State Park in Bodega Bay. * The Hitchcock film entitled The Birds was filmed in Bodega Bay.
• Bodega Bay:: A fishing village discovered by the Spanish in 1775 and settled by Russian fur hunters in 1809. During certain times of the year it's a great spot to whale watch or go deep-sea fishing. Good seafood restaurants can be found at the Tides Wharf or Lucas Wharf. Numerous state beaches are available to the public en route or at Doren State Park in Bodega Bay. * The Hitchcock film entitled The Birds was filmed in Bodega Bay.
• Napa Valley Adventure:: Your adventure will take you through some beautiful countryside and some of the best grape-growing regions in the world. You will pass into the Alexander Valley grape and wine area and then through scenic Knights Valley to the Napa Valley.
• Napa Valley Adventure:: Your adventure will take you through some beautiful countryside and some of the best grape-growing regions in the world. You will pass into the Alexander Valley grape and wine area and then through scenic Knights Valley to the Napa Valley.
• Calistoga:: As you move along Highway 128, you will be heading for the town Calistoga, which is at the northern end of the Napa Valley. If wineries are not your primary interest, you might try a mud bath or soak in the mineral hot springs that are offered in Calistoga. En route to Napa, stop at the St. Helena Factory Outlet. It has many unique stores. About ¼ mile beyond on the left is the Hurd Candle Factory, where you can watch beeswax candles being made and decorated. * This is also the location of Freemark Abbey Winery.
• Calistoga:: As you move along Highway 128, you will be heading for the town Calistoga, which is at the northern end of the Napa Valley. If wineries are not your primary interest, you might try a mud bath or soak in the mineral hot springs that are offered in Calistoga. En route to Napa, stop at the St. Helena Factory Outlet. It has many unique stores. About ¼ mile beyond on the left is the Hurd Candle Factory, where you can watch beeswax candles being made and decorated. * This is also the location of Freemark Abbey Winery.
• Calistoga:: As you move along Highway 128, you will be heading for the town Calistoga, which is at the northern end of the Napa Valley. If wineries are not your primary interest, you might try a mud bath or soak in the mineral hot springs that are offered in Calistoga. En route to Napa, stop at the St. Helena Factory Outlet. It has many unique stores. About ¼ mile beyond on the left is the Hurd Candle Factory, where you can watch beeswax candles being made and decorated. * This is also the location of Freemark Abbey Winery.
• Healdsburg Area Family Fun Activities:: * Parks/Picnics: Giorgi Park with tennis courts and a super playground and Veterans Memorial Beach Park, with swimming, beach, playground and picnic area. * Hiking/Bicycling: Lake Sonoma and Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve, in Guerneville. Map at Healdsburg Chamber office. * Canoeing: Trowbridge canoe trips down the Russian River. Short and long trips available. * Waterworks: Windsor Waterworks waterslides.
• Healdsburg Area Family Fun Activities:: * Parks/Picnics: Giorgi Park with tennis courts and a super playground and Veterans Memorial Beach Park, with swimming, beach, playground and picnic area. * Hiking/Bicycling: Lake Sonoma and Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve, in Guerneville. Map at Healdsburg Chamber office. * Canoeing: Trowbridge canoe trips down the Russian River. Short and long trips available. * Waterworks: Windsor Waterworks waterslides.
• Healdsburg Area Family Fun Activities:: * Parks/Picnics: Giorgi Park with tennis courts and a super playground and Veterans Memorial Beach Park, with swimming, beach, playground and picnic area. * Hiking/Bicycling: Lake Sonoma and Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve, in Guerneville. Map at Healdsburg Chamber office. * Canoeing: Trowbridge canoe trips down the Russian River. Short and long trips available. * Waterworks: Windsor Waterworks waterslides.
• Healdsburg Area Family Fun Activities:: * Parks/Picnics: Giorgi Park with tennis courts and a super playground and Veterans Memorial Beach Park, with swimming, beach, playground and picnic area. * Hiking/Bicycling: Lake Sonoma and Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve, in Guerneville. Map at Healdsburg Chamber office. * Canoeing: Trowbridge canoe trips down the Russian River. Short and long trips available. * Waterworks: Windsor Waterworks waterslides.
• Healdsburg Plaza:: Sitting at the foot of Fitch Mountain, Healdsburg was first settled by forty-niner Harmon Heald. The focus of this beautiful quaint town is the Healdsburg Plaza, it is surrounded by world class restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, book stores, clothing stores, café, bakery and deli. This is an ideal place to spend the day or an afternoon combined with wine tasting. Unique shops surround the plaza, with plenty of lawn space and benches for picnicking or for you to simply relax. If you come on Sunday afternoon you'll be in for a treat, for there are musical concerts, art shows and fiestas. Surrounding the plaza are many winery-tasting rooms. These are directions to a few: On Center Street is the Windsor Vineyard tasting room, where you can taste limited edition wines not available to shops or supermarkets. On Hayden Street is the White Oak Vineyard tasting room. And off Healdsburg Avenue is Kendell Jackson Winery, delightful food sampling and special wine tasting.
• Alexander Valley:: The town of Healdsburg is nestled between the Dry Creek and Alexander Valleys. Alexander Valley is a lush valley of about 10,000 acres with most of the wineries along Highway 128. This valley is comparable to the Bordeaux region of France, and produces about one-third of the county's grapes. A variety of grapes do well here, but it is best known for Cabernet and Chardonnay. Many of the wineries have picnic facilities so don't miss Jimtown Grocery for your picnic supplies and local produce. For a special treat, Sommer Vineyards has Saturday afternoon concerts during the summer season, call for times. At the eastern end of the Alexander Valley is the little known Knights Valley, which leads into the Napa Valley.
• Dry Creek Valley:: This valley stretches west along the Dry Creek, 16 miles long and 2 miles wide, and is best known for its Zinfandels. This grape was originally planted in the 1860's, and has brought the Dry Creek Valley world recognition as a premier wine-growing region not only for its Zinfandels, but Cabernets, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlots, Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc. There are some exciting new and rediscovered traditional grapes emerging from the Dry Creek Valley such as Syrah, Cinsault, Viognier, San Giovese and Barbera. * For additional information and a great map, ask for the Russian River Wine Road Map.
• Lake Sonoma:: Don't forget Lake Sonoma and the Warm Springs Dam at the west end of the Dry Creek Valley. The dam is a spectacular structure completed in 1983. Opened all year is the Fish Hatchery and Visitor Center, staffed with a ranger for any questions you might have on the special exhibits and audiovisual programs. The marina with boat rentals and picnic area should not be missed.
• Guerneville/Armstrong Redwoods, Wineries:: Heading a little south and west you enter the Russian River wine-growing region best known for its sparkling wines, the home of World famous Korbel. Moving west along River Road you come to the second stop sign in Guerneville. Turn right on Armstrong Woods Road to go to the Redwoods. There is a small entrance fee to drive into the park, but we recommend parking in the lot and walking. You really need to stand beside the 350-foot trees, the oldest of which is 1,400 years old. Picnic tables are available in the woods and horseback riding and camping are available at Austin Creek State Recreation Area above the park. After leaving the park, you might want to stop at The Burl Shop outside the park for just the right Redwood gift. Duncans Mills, an old logging town, is now a village with a population of about 100 people. A great place to pick up picnic supplies from the deli and visit the gift stores. This is about 8 miles from Guerneville.
• Jenner:: Sonoma coast: A small fishing village at the mouth of the Russian River. A colony of harbor seals are often seen sunning at the mouth of the river. Directions are to take Highway 116 to the ocean's edge, about 4 ½ miles. Then you may choose to continue up Highway 1 to Fort Ross, about 12 miles over windy roads, or return to the Bridgehaven Bridge and cross the Russian River and drive south on Highway 1 to Bodega Bay.
• Fort Ross:: A Russian trading post and fort established in 1812, it has been restored to a museum and visitor's center. It was the largest Russian presence this far south in the United States. This is now a state park and has a per car fee. Allow 1 hour to visit the fort and about 2 hours driving time to get there.
• Local Attractions:: * 1 mile(s) from Russian River, swimming, fishing and water recreation * 5 mile(s) from Alexander Valley * 10 mile(s) from Wineries, over 50 wineries within 20 minutes of the hotel * 12 mile(s) from Lake Sonoma, swimming, fishing and water recreation * 30 mile(s) from Hopeland Brewery * 45 mile(s) from Infinion Raceway * 55 mile(s) from Eel River * 70 mile(s) from Golden Gate Bridge * 40 minutes from Calistoga, mineral springs, mud baths and antiques * 40 minutes from Korbel Champagne Cellars * 40 minutes from Napa Valley, antiques * 40 minutes from Pacific Ocean * 40 minutes from Russian River Resorts * 40 minutes from Russian River Valley * 40 minutes from Safari West Wild Animal Reserve * 40 minutes from Sonoma Coast * 40 minutes from Sonoma County Wine and Visitors Center * 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley * 40 minutes from Sonoma Valley Inn * 60 minutes from Anderson Valley * 60 minutes from Bodega Bay, deep sea fishing * 60 minutes from Fisherman's Wharf * 60 minutes from Fort Ross * 60 minutes from Giant Redwoods * 60 minutes from Mendocino * 60 minutes from Muir Woods * 60 minutes from Sea Ranch * 60 minutes from The Skunk Train
• Local Attractions:: Within walking distance from: * Delis and cafés * Historic victorians 5 minutes from: * Alexander Valley * Antiques * Wineries and vineyards * Canoeing * Dry Creek Valley * Fitch Mountain, bicycling * Geyserville * Healdsburg Airport * Healdsburg Museum Antiques * Historic Healdsburg Plaza, shops and boutiques, artisans galleries, old time bakeries * Hot air balloon rides * Memorial Beach * Raven Movie Theater * Tayman Golf Course, 9 holes * Villa Chanticleer, conference facilities * Windsor 15 minutes from: * Cloverdale * Fish Hatchery * Hiking trails * Lake Sonoma * Sonoma County Airport * Timber Crest Farms, dried fruits and organic produce farms * Warm Springs Dam * Windsor Golf Course, 18 holes 40 minutes from: * Armstrong Redwoods * Calistoga, mineral springs, mud baths and antiques * Korbel Champagne Cellars * Napa Valley, antiques * Occidental, old world family style Italian restaurants * Pacific Ocean * Russian River Resorts * Russian River Valley * Safari West Wild Animal Reserve * Sonoma Coast * Sonoma County Wine and Visitors Center * Sonoma Valley * Sonoma Valley Inn 60 minutes from: * Anderson Valley * Bodega Bay, deep sea fishing * Fisherman's Wharf * Fort Ross * Giant Redwoods * Mendocino * Muir Woods * Oakland Airport * San Francisco * San Francisco Airport * Sausalito * Sea Ranch * The Skunk Train * 1 mile from Russian River * 5 miles from Alexander Valley Farm * 30 miles from Hopeland Brewery * 45 miles from Sears Point Raceway * 55 miles from Eel River * 60 miles from Ukiah * 70 miles from Golden Gate Bridge
• Bodega Bay:: A fishing village discovered by the Spanish in 1775 and settled by Russian fur hunters in 1809. During certain times of the year it's a great spot to whale watch or go deep-sea fishing. Good seafood restaurants can be found at the Tides Wharf or Lucas Wharf. Numerous state beaches are available to the public en route or at Doren State Park in Bodega Bay. * The Hitchcock film entitled The Birds was filmed in Bodega Bay.
• Shopping:: * 1 mile(s) from Healdsburg Plaza, downtown Healdsburg Boutique and Antique Shops - nice shopping Area * 6 mile(s) from Wal-mart * 6 mile(s) from Home Depot * 6 mile(s) from Office Depot * 15 mile(s) from Coddingtown, major shopping mall * 15 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Plaza, major shopping mall
• Napa Valley Adventure:: Your adventure will take you through some beautiful countryside and some of the best grape-growing regions in the world. You will pass into the Alexander Valley grape and wine area and then through scenic Knights Valley to the Napa Valley.
• Calistoga:: As you move along Highway 128, you will be heading for the town Calistoga, which is at the northern end of the Napa Valley. If wineries are not your primary interest, you might try a mud bath or soak in the mineral hot springs that are offered in Calistoga. En route to Napa, stop at the St. Helena Factory Outlet. It has many unique stores. About ¼ mile beyond on the left is the Hurd Candle Factory, where you can watch beeswax candles being made and decorated. * This is also the location of Freemark Abbey Winery.
• Healdsburg Area Family Fun Activities:: * Parks/Picnics: Giorgi Park with tennis courts and a super playground and Veterans Memorial Beach Park, with swimming, beach, playground and picnic area. * Hiking/Bicycling: Lake Sonoma and Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve, in Guerneville. Map at Healdsburg Chamber office. * Canoeing: Trowbridge canoe trips down the Russian River. Short and long trips available. * Waterworks: Windsor Waterworks waterslides.
• Transportation:: * 10 mile(s) from Sonoma County Airport * 12 mile(s) from San Francisco Airport, Take Highway 101 north across Golden Gate Bridge, 60 miles North on 101 from the bridge. * 10 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Airport, The airport is served by Horizon Airlines via LAX,Seatlle and Portland. Take Highway 101 North to the Dry Creek Road Exit. Approximately 10 minutes. * 75 mile(s) from Oakland International * 75 mile(s) from Oakland International Airports, 80 North to 580 West towards San Rafael, cross Richmond San Rafael Bridge. Then to 101 North from there it is 45 miles north to the Dry Creek Road Exit.
• Transportation:: * 10 mile(s) from Sonoma County Airport * 12 mile(s) from Santa Rosa Airport * 75 mile(s) from Oakland International * 75 mile(s) from San Francisco International * 75 mile(s) from Oakland International Airports