Gay Guerneville
Located in western Sonoma County along the Russian River, Guerneville is the biggest town on the river with a population of over 5000. It is known for its natural beauty, redwood forests, and wineries. Aside from the visitor’s center, a variety of restaurants, bars, and shops can also be found in downtown Guerneville. Recently, the town has become a popular tourist destination for the LGBTQ community.
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Every year, the town of Guerneville hosts one of the largest and most successful bear gatherings in the world, the Lazy Bear Week. Revelers and attendees enjoy a week of dance and pool parties, hikes, wine tours, shows, and more. Profits from the event go to local, national, and international charities.
Guerneville has a thriving nightlife scene and there are several gay-friendly bars and clubs in the area.
Best Time to Visit Guerneville
With pleasant weather throughout the year, the best time to go to Guerneville is all year round. The town has cool winters and warm summers—the typical climate of northern California. One of the best seasons to visit Guerneville is from March to May during the spring. The fall season is an ideal time to explore the outdoors at your own pace since it is off-season.
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Top Things to See and Do in Guerneville
1) Armstrong Redwood State Reserve
2) Guerneville 5 & 10
3) Korbel Champagne Cellars
4) Blue Door Gallery
5) Cooprider Studio Art Gallery
6) SUP Odyssey
7) Porter-Bass Vineyard and Winery
8) Pegasus Theater Company
9) Austin Creek SRA
10) Johnson’s Beach
MUST DO Guerneville Attractions & Activities
Guerneville’s Main Street is home to an array of restaurants, bars, art galleries, shops, boutiques, and the local farmers’ market. Spend the day at Johnson’s Beach and enjoy sunbathing, kayaking, or paddling. Explore one of Sonoma County's most iconic destinations, the Armstrong Woods State Nature Reserve.
One of the old art galleries in this town is The Blue Door Gallery where you can admire local art. You can also drop by the Russian River Art Gallery and Guerneville 5 & 10.
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