A renovated play structure in a redwood-shaded park, minutes from the river beaches.
Guerneville's classic summer river beach: a seasonal dam makes a calm swimming lagoon with kayak and paddleboat rentals, a snack bar and a lawn.
Glamping in custom Airstreams and luxury tents around a mid-century clubhouse in the redwoods, with fire pits and s'mores, minutes from Johnson's Beach.
The former Big Bottom Market, of Oprah's Favorite Things fame, reopened under new ownership with its biscuits still baked daily, plus sandwiches and river-day provisions.
Glamping tents for families with a queen bed, a futon and a mini fridge, plus an outdoor pool and private cabanas.
A grove of towering coastal redwoods.
Southern BBQ, fried catfish and signature cornbread waffles, with high chairs and live music.
Mini golf that's been here since 1948, with an arcade next to the course.
A community playground with swings and climbing structures near the Russian River.
A historic champagne cellar with a free hour-long walking tour through its museum and cellars.
Handmade small-batch ice cream and pies in a historic bank building, from two sisters who are also moms.
A kid-friendly roadhouse in a converted trailer, with burgers and American grub and an outdoor stage for live music.
A tent campground in a redwood grove with its own river beach, where kids swim and splash in the shallows.
A big patio and a grassy field beside the river.
