Location: Monte Rio
Top Things to do in Monte Rio
The 10 Best Things to Do in Monte Rio, United States
Monte Rio is a census-designated place (CDP) in Sonoma County, California along the Russian River near the Pacific Ocean. The town of Guerneville lies northeast of Monte Rio, and Jenner is to the west. The population was 1,152 at the 2010 census, up from 1,104 at the 2000 census. Bohemian Grove is located in Monte Rio.
Restaurants in Monte Rio
1. Sonoma Canopy Tours
Overall Ratings
5 based on 528 reviews
Sonoma Canopy Tours is located in Occidental, CA - approximately 1.5 hours north of San Francisco and 30 minutes west of Santa Rosa in the Sonoma County. Sonoma Canopy Tours offers two courses - both course feature 7 ziplines, 2 sky bridges, stairs, and end with a rappel to the forest floor. The Forest Flight Course is offered during the day & night flights are available. The Tree Tops Course features a longer zipline and is perched above the Forest Flight Course.
Reviewed By RoseKala15 - Roseville, California
We came out here to do this for my fiance's birthday. It was so much fun! We did the tree top tour and the views on some of the zip lines were amazing. The guides, Nathan and Bryan were awesome!! We felt totally safe and not nervous at all. They had jokes and were knowledgeable and made us feel comfortable. The whole experience was totally worth the drive and the money.
2. Northwood Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Built in 1928, this 9-hole golf course, nestled among majestic redwoods, is a classic.
Reviewed By mrt1955 - Healdsburg, California
I think this is the prettiest golf course in Sonoma County. The redwoods are spectacular and the course is always in pristine condition. The 9 hole layout is quite a challenge...the redwoods provide quite an obstacle and the course design is extraordinary.
3. Armstrong Redwood State Reserve
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
A nature reserve that boasts soaring redwood trees.
Reviewed By James A
I think of Armstrong as Muir Woods without the crowds... or tour buses... or reservations. It's a quiet local park on anything other than a summer weekend, which is how a redwood forest should be experienced. After all, these are trees that are taller than skyscrapers and have been standing in silence since the time of Charlemagne.
There are basic flat trails for simple strolling that loop around the best of these groves for easy ambles with small children. More serious walkers can take longer trails that climb into the surrounding oak forest. And for the real enthusiasts, I recommend spending a day hiking up into the Austin Creek SRA. The wilderness views of the Sonoma backcountry go on for miles. Do start early and bring plenty of water.
The park has a simple gift shop / nature museum that is worth visiting. There are also ample picnic tables and group sites, if you bring your own lunch.
4. Mr. Trombly's Teashop and Table
Overall Ratings
5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By NanJo30 - Guerneville, California
When you walk in the smell is wonderful. Everything tea related you can imagine, as well as bulk tea. There are many, many items packed into the store, but if you look carefully, you'll notice there is a theme that works. I love this place.
5. Burke's Canoe Trips on the Russian River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 77 reviews
Burke's offers canoe rentals for ten mile trips down the Russian River. No experience is necessary, but you must know how to swim.
Reviewed By Disneynut35 - Sonoma
So glad we did this. We rented a canoe and 2 kayaks (There were six of us).
They give you a window of time to check in, but get there early. Once you launch, the adventure begins! There's lots of little places to beach your canoe and relax, eat lunch, swim..make sure to bring a cooler and lots of water! We would take lots of breaks to check out the area and relax. Also keep in mind...even in the summer months, the wind kicks in around 3pm. It's going against you, as you're trying to make it back to the Burke's "corral beach", where you return your canoe and catch the shuttle back. I'm pretty fit, and I'm saying..you may want to consider heading back before the wind gets bad (which is why we get there early, to maximize the time).
The shuttle comes often, so you're not waiting long at all. This place is pretty cool. We'll come back again this summer!
6. Bodega Head
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 486 reviews
A rugged and recommended whale-watching promontory along the California coast.
Reviewed By Sandy C - Chico, California
It was very cold and windy (at least 20mph) that day! as you climb up the trails (they are everywhere) the wind almost knocks you over watch your camera lens because it will be full of salt water spray so bring something to wipe it off with.
It was just beautiful no whales (darn)
7. Korbel Champagne Cellars
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 450 reviews
Reviewed By Josh R - Dallas, Texas
On the Russian River Road sits the Korbel Champagne Cellars, which should be a must on everyone's trip to California's wine country. In addition to tasty champagne, Korbel is rich is history and takes you on an educational guided tour through the history of Korbel and champagne production. You'll learn how champagne is made and how the process has been improved over the years. If you love champagne, don't miss Korbel. You'll be glad you stopped.
8. Rio Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By missgem27 - San Jose
Whenever we're in Bodega Bay, we try to make a stop by the Rio Theatre to watch a movie and enjoy the unique ambience of this theatre. The murals painted on the inside walls of the theatre, the comfy seats, decent surround sound quality, the food, and the friendly staff always keep us coming back. It's just a lovely, quirky slice of life in the middle of nowhere, U.S.A. And we love it!
9. Iron Horse Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 246 reviews
Reviewed By June K - Walnut Creek, California
Appointment only so don't make the drive there without having a reservation or you'll be disappointed... We went there the day after Christmas... Beautiful day to sit outside with a view of rolling hills of vineyards, a geyser from Geyserville in the distance, and a beautiful glass of cab to ship. They have the different flights to taste. That night for dinner we shared a bottle of their best cabernet. It was worth every expensive ship!
10. Occidental Arts and Ecology Center
Overall Ratings
5 based on 10 reviews
Organic Plant Nursery Hours: Open Seasonally April-October, Fri/Sat/Sun, 10am-5pm. Tours: April-October, 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month 1-2:30pm. Please note: The site and gardens are NOT OPEN FOR DROP IN VISITORS other than for scheduled tours, courses and garden volunteer day. Please visit our website oaec.org to learn more ways to get involved.
Reviewed By tripper45 - tripper45
OAEC is an amazing place in rural Sonoma County, Calif. near Occidental. They raise plants, give tours, have events, and the people working there are so informative and helpful. We were greeted at the entry and given instructions on where to go. We visited on a Sunday at a sale which happen several times a year, and are looking forward to visiting during the fall weekend open houses. We bought a butterfly plant and an abutulon, flowering maple the hummingbirds love. Herbs and vegetables are sold. There were planted areas showing how the plants relate to each other with seating. It is so relaxing. The chicken at the register was so relaxed and laid back. Fascinating place to visit. Occidental nearby is a charming town to have lunch at or the hotels where you can spend a relaxing weekend.
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