While Northern California certainly has some beautiful cities, we also have many small towns that are simply charming. Guerneville is a little river town, and once you visit it, you’ll definitely fall in love.
Guerneville is located right on the Russian River, in the Russian Valley of Sonoma County.
duluozcats/flickr The little town has less than 5,000 residents, which makes it the perfect place to spend some time. I’s not too big, so you’ll get that small-town vibe, but not too small, so you’ll find plenty of amenities.
You’ll find quaint little shops and restaurants on Guerneville’s Main Street. Boon Eat + Drink is one example of a great spot to eat.
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This cute little restaurant has excellent food, and it’s famous for its flash-fried Brussels sprouts.
Brandee W./Yelp Seriously - you have to try these! Boon Eat + Drink is at 16248 Main Street.
In this little town, recreation is all about the river.
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Johnson’s Beach is a favorite spot for sunning yourself on the beach…
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…or renting a paddle boat…
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Or, just floating lazily in the river with your friends (and a beer, if you’d like).
Knarlstuart Photography/flickr Find the beach at 16217 First Street, Bottom of Church Street.
You’ll never get tired of the stunning Russian River.
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It’s the perfect place for recreation, and to bond with your friends and family.
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As if the river didn’t provide enough gorgeous scenery to this little town, Armstrong Redwood State Reserve is right here in Guerneville.
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Take a hike to see the park and bask in this beautiful redwood forest.
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Guerneville River Park gives you some great views of the Russian River, and is a wonderful place for a picnic or short hike.
Andrew Ranta/flickr It’s located at 13811 State Highway 116.
The Russian River Jazz and Blues Festival takes place here every September.
Mark Gunn/flickr This year’s festival runs September 9th and 10th. Visit the Festival’s Website for more information.
Guerneville has plenty of adorable cabins and cottages to rent for the weekend.
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What are you waiting for? You need to visit this charming little town ASAP.
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Have you visited Guerneville? Tell us about your trip!
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The little town has less than 5,000 residents, which makes it the perfect place to spend some time. I’s not too big, so you’ll get that small-town vibe, but not too small, so you’ll find plenty of amenities.
Whirled Traveler/TripAdvisor
Brandee W./Yelp
Seriously - you have to try these! Boon Eat + Drink is at 16248 Main Street.
Rachid H./flickr
tregello/TripAdvisor
Scott Beale/flickr
Knarlstuart Photography/flickr
Find the beach at 16217 First Street, Bottom of Church Street.
Phil King/flickr
Martin L/TripAdvisor
Wayne Hsieh/flickr
Andrew Ranta/flickr
It’s located at 13811 State Highway 116.
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This year’s festival runs September 9th and 10th. Visit the Festival’s Website for more information.
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Ted Drake/flickr
Want to visit more charming river towns in Northern California? Take a look at these 11 towns.
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