Top Santa Rosa Outdoor Activities

Take in the scenery of California wine country on a horseback ride in Sonoma County. With a guide, you'll have the chance to admire the vineyards of Dry Creek Valley and the waters of Lake Sonoma as you traverse the rolling wilderness on horseback.

Discover the coastal redwoods of Northern California on a hiking tour with transportation from Santa Rosa. With a guide, you'll drive past Sonoma County vineyards to reach a redwood grove, where you'll walk among some of the oldest and tallest trees in the world. As you go, listen to commentary from your guide about the forest ecosystem and history.

While visiting Santa Rosa, you can see many of the great tourist attractions via Electric bike. you can pedal when you want and ask the motor to do the rest. Travel a short distance to Luther Burbank gardens or ride all the Forestville if you desire. Riders will find these bikes are extremely comfortable and make getting around town super easy when you can travel on paved pathways with no cars.

Discover a different side of California’s wine country with a bike tour of Sonoma County’s best breweries. Peddle down the charming streets and rolling vineyards of Sebastopol and Santa Rosa, stopping at different breweries along the way. A knowledgeable guide will accompany you to share a beer-lover’s Sonoma secrets and the history of brewing in the area. You might discover your new favorite beer along the ride!

Head out from Santa Rosa to the Sonoma Coast on this kayaking tour of the Russian River. Admire views of redwood forests and rugged coastline as your guide drives you out of the city along Highway 1, and then set sail at the confluence of the Russian River and Pacific Ocean—calm waters and plenty of marine life makes this a fun, all-levels trip.

Take a break to enjoy nature between wine tasting excursions and shopping in Napa and Sonoma. Get out on a guided kayak trip at the mouth of the Russian River. Clear your head in the Pacific Coast air, watch for seagulls and pelicans, and get a chance to spot some harbor seals. Novices and more experienced paddlers enjoy a relaxed paddle that promises excellent views of the coast, the mouth of the river and the perched village of Jenner. Tuck into a gourmet picnic at the end of your tour for a truly satisfying experience.

No visit to Sonoma is complete without trying some of the beautiful region’s world-famous wines, and there’s no better way to get around than by bike. Not only for wine buffs, this tour offers scenic views of iconic redwood trees, local farm animals, interesting murals, and more. Cruise in style and comfort on high-quality hybrid bikes and enjoy the heart of Sonoma.

Pedal through the scenic northern Napa Valley on a full-day tour with a guide. Soak in sweeping views of rolling hills and vineyards, and go wine tasting at three or four of Napa Valley's great wineries. You might visit wineries such as Chateau Montelena, Summers, Bennett Lane, Envy, or Lava Vine. Your tour includes a picnic lunch, guide, use of bike equipment, and transport by support van.

Avoid the busy wineries owned by the big wine companies and enjoy an authentic Napa Valley experience on this full-day tour around the region. Spend the morning hiking through the Valley’s lush redwood forests, discovering the scenic secrets of the local mountains. In the afternoon, visit a number of boutique wineries and sample their premium wines.