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Sonoma Coast State Park (30 min) Rugged coastal park with sandy beaches & picturesque headlands plus swimming, camping & picnicking. Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve (15 min) Wooded grove filled with redwood trees plus a visitor center, outdoor amphitheater & picnic area. Safari West (22 min) Upscale tented accommodation on a 400-acre wildlife preserve with safari tours & free breakfast. Dutton-Goldfield Winery (8 min) Winery, vineyard, pinot noir, chardonnay, and riesling Pacific Coast Air Museum (11 min) A collection of 30+ vintage aircraft (many of which can be explored) plus related displays & a shop. Bohemian Grove (23 min) Owls, camping, history, and outdoor recreation Ragle Ranch Park (14 min) Public park with biking, hiking & equestrian trails, plus picnic areas, playgrounds & a dog park. Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center (16 min) Whimsical museum with exhibits on famed cartoonist Charles M. Schulz, comics, a gift shop & more. Korbel Winery (7 min) Guided walks & tasting events in a 19th-century winery with a history museum & champagne cellars. DeLoach Vineyards (9 min) Winery, wine tasting, and wine Austin Creek State Recreation (33 min) Camping and backpacking Johnson's Beach (14 min) A Russian River tradition, Johnson’s Beach is a favorite summer spot for locals and visitors alike. Kendall-Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens (13 min) Tastings & garden tours of an estate famed for its Chardonnay wine, plus picnics & bocce games. Luther Burbank Home & Gardens (19 min) Public park with guided tours featuring the former residence of the namesake horticulturalist. Alexander Valley AVA (28 min) Expansive region known for its scenic landscapes, vineyards, wineries & a casino. |