Northern California Attractions

Lake Sonoma Historical Lake State Park River Park

Lake Sonoma. Nestled in the beautiful coastal foothills of Sonoma County, California, Lake Sonoma is surrounded by world famous vineyards and land that is rich in history. When full, the lake has a surface area of more than 2,700 acres and 50 miles of shoreline, forming the perfect setting for a wealth of recreational activities. Enjoy hiking, swimming, biking, boating, camping, fishing and hunting. For more information, visit www.spn.usace.army.mil/lakesonoma.

Alexander Valley Wineries. Alexander Valley is twenty two miles in length and encompasses approximately 75,000 acres. More than 13,000 of those acres are currently planted with premium wine grapes. In addition to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel and Chardonnay, Alexander Valley’s growers and wineries also produce such varietals as Viognier, Pinot Blanc, Shiraz and Sangiovese. For more information, visit www.alexandervalley.org/home. [Top]

Cloverdale Historical Museum. Run by the Cloverdale Historical Society, the Cloverdale Historical Museum (aka the Gould-Shaw House) features many artifacts and remnants of days gone by. In addition to the museum operations, the historical society also sponsors an annual fiddle contest that draws visitors from around the country. Truly a family event with old-fashioned fun, it has become so popular that it was recently expanded from one day to two. It is usually held in late January. For more information, visit www.cloverdalehistoricalsociety.org.

Cloverdale Historical Murals. The Cloverdale Historical Murals, located on the north wall of the Sciaini Building at 124 S. Cloverdale Boulevard, depict early life in Cloverdale. They were painted by several local artists. For more information, visit www.cloverdale.net/history.asp?subpage=murals. [Top]

Clear Lake State Park. Clear Lake State Park is on the shores of California’s largest freshwater lake. The area is popular for all kinds of water recreation, including swimming, fishing, boating and water-skiing. Anglers can catch large mouth bass, crappie, bluegill and channel catfish. Hikers enjoy the Indian Nature Trail, a self-guided trail that shows how the Pomo people, who lived in the area for centuries, utilized the area’s resources. For more information, visit www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=473.

Skydive San Francisco. Skydive San Francisco is the premier skydiving center serving the San Francisco Bay area. Services include first-time skydiving courses and advanced solo skydiving instruction. Explore the Alexander Valley’s incomparable scenery featuring vineyards and redwood forests—from a rush-inducing perspective. For more information, visit www.skydivesf.com. [Top]

Cloverdale River Park. Situated on the Russian River, Cloverdale River Park offers seasonal fishing and river access for kayaks and canoes. It is a great spot for wildlife viewing along the river and at the seasonal freshwater ponds on the east side of the site. There are also family picnic sites with barbecues. For more information, visit www.sonoma-county.org/PARKS/pk_clvrdle.htm.

Windsor Water Works & Slides. Kids of all ages will find non-stop action and fun at Windsor Water Works & Slides. Enjoy four waterslides plus water cannons and pools. It’s a perfect way to keep cool on a hot, summer day. For more information, call 707.838.7360 [Top]