The Woods, a Russian River Gay Hotel with “Clothing Optional” pool, is centrally located in downtown Guerneville. This one-of-a-kind hotel is situated between the tall, swaying redwood trees and the hypnotic flow of the splendid Russian River for the optimal getaway!
This Woods is Gay-owned and welcomes LGBTQ+ in our thoughtfully appointed Cottages & Cabins … the perfect answer for a rejuvenating, relaxing and slightly “spirited” escape to the Sonoma Wine Country.
Our hotel has three pet-friendly rooms for well-behaved dogs.
Please note that The Woods is an adult-hotel and not recommended for minors. And that our pool is heated seasonally and not in the winter months.
The Woods is within walking distance to shops, restaurants, dancing and live entertainment. Enjoy wine tasting and tours along the Russian River Wine Road throughout the Russian River, Dry Creek and Alexander Valley appellations. Appreciate varietals including Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Barbera, Merlot, Syrah, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and a wide variety of dessert wines.
We offer eight EV charging sta
There are a number of wineries in the Guerneville area, but most people come here to float, canoe, or kayak the gorgeous Russian River that winds from Healdsburg all the way to the Pacific Ocean at Jenner. In addition to its busy summertime tourist trade, Guerneville is also a very popular gay and lesbian resort area. The rainbow flag flies proudly here, and the amiable community welcomes all.
Russian River
Guerneville and its surrounding forest are the center for fun on the river. In summer the liquid is usually warm and dotted with folks swimming, canoeing, or simply floating tubes serenely downriver amid forested riverbanks. Burke’s Canoe Trips ( River Rd., Forestville, /, Memorial Day-mid-Oct., $65) rents canoes and kayaks on the Russian River. The put-in is at Burke’s beach in Forestville; paddlers then canoe downriver 10 miles to Guerneville, where a courtesy shuttle picks them up. Burkes also offers overnight campsites for tents, trailers, and RVs.
On the north bank, Johnsons Beach & Resort ( 1st St., Guerneville, /, 10am-6pm daily May-Oct., $35) rents canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, and inner tubes for floating the river. There is a safe kid-friendly section o
A Gay Guide to Guerneville
California is full of secret gems. A longstanding favorite is the town of Guerneville in Sonoma County. Its year-round population is less than five thousand, but it’s a buzzing vacation spot. If you’re looking for a lgbtq+ staycation in California, this tiny town is a great choice.
Guerneville is just an hour and a half away from San Francisco by car. San Fran is, of course, a historic gay mecca, although today it’s more defined by its proximity to Silicon Valley. Guerneville became the gay staycation spot of choice for residents of San Fran. It has a rustic charm and a burgeoning food scene.
What is Guerneville known for?
Guerneville is a sleepy town surrounded by forest, redwood trees and the Russian River. It emerged in the midth-century as a logging town. It subsequently attracted wealthy Californians and became a vacation spot. In recent decades, it has grow a top Californian LGBT destination and a favorite haunt for wine enthusiasts.
It’s a rustic setting with many little resorts, glamping areas and cabins in the woods. Guerneville is a great place to visit if you’d enjoy to get out of the big city and get closer to nature.
How far is Guer
I spent the weekend in this LGBTQ-celebratory town just north of San Francisco, and it felt enjoy a queer spin on small-town America
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I spent three days in Guerneville, California, an LGBTQ-friendly town just north of San Francisco.
The town is full of queer-owned businesses, including an Old West-themed saloon.
I was struck by how friendly and welcoming the locals were, and plan to visit again soon.
Just 90 minutes away from San Francisco's Castro district, the town of Guerneville is a distinct, queer version of rural America.
I've visited Guerneville over 10 times since moving to San Francisco in , and each day I return, there's a new gem to uncover.
In early July, I was eager for a fracture from my small San Francisco apartment and decided to spend a not many days visiting friends in Guerneville and getting reacquainted with the town. Here's what the trip was like and why I think the small town makes for the flawless place to suppo