Around Kenwood

SUGARLOAF RIDGE STATE PARK

Sugarloaf Ridge State Park contains the headwaters of Sonoma Creek. It runs through gorge and canyon, across the meadow floor, beneath scenic rock outcroppings, and is surrounded at times by redwoods and ferns.

A 25-foot waterfall flows after the winter rains. There is a self-guided nature trail along Sonoma Creek that starts near the picnic area.

With 2700 acres of oak woodland and chaparral, the park has 25 miles of trails for hiking and horseback riding.

Deer, gray foxes, the occasional bobcat and coyote can be seen in the park. In spring, wildflowers provide a colorful palette across the green hills.

On a clear day, visitors can see views of the Sierra Nevada and the Golden Gate bridge from the 2729-foot summit of Bald Mountain.

The park also houses one of the largest public viewing telescopes; a 40-inch telescope at the Ferguson Observatory. It can be rented with the group campsite for private parties.

The park is about one hour away from San Francisco and seven miles east of Santa Rosa (and only 5 minutes from the Kenwood Cottage!).

Address
2605 Adobe Canyon Road
Kenwood, CA 95452

Website: www.parks.ca.gov

KENWOOD WINERIES

Kenwood Vineyards
9592 Sonoma Highway (Highway 12)
Kenwood, CA 95452
Telephone: (707) 833-5891
Web site: www.kenwoodvineyards.com

St. Francis Winery
100 Pythian Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
Telephone: (800) 543-7713 x 242
Web site: www.stfranciswine.com

Kunde Estate Winery & Vineyards
10155 Sonoma Hwy.
Kenwood, CA. 95452
Telephone: (707) 833-5501
Web site: www.kunde.com

Chateau St. Jean Winery
8555 Sonoma Highway (Highway 12)
PO Box 293, Kenwood, CA 95452
Telephone: (707) 833-4134
Web site: www.chateaustjean.com

OTHER WINERIES

Wine room tastings:

Landmark Winery - our favorite for chardonnay and pinot noir; great free picnic site and beautiful grounds. The tasting room staff are the friendliest anywhere! Robert Parker favorite

B.R. Cohn - owned by the former manager of the Doobie Brothers

Imagery Estate Winery - Where's Waldo? This will be clear once you visit

Deerfield Ranch Winery - great cave tasting; one of the newest in the area. They make biodynamic �clean wines�; ask them to tell you more

Ledson - beautiful grounds, impressive house with a large deli and picnic area

Valley of the Moon - fun and great prices

Benziger Family Winery - one of the best tours for first timers and the experienced

VJB Vineyards and Cellars - great gourmet coffee also!

Arrowood Vineyards and Winery - a Robert Parker favorite in Sonoma

Other wineries in the area:

Family Wineries of Sonoma Valley - 10+ wineries under one roof

Kaz - kid friendly and walking distance from the Cottage

RESTAURANTS IN KENWOOD

Vineyard Inn - excellent spanish tapas! Steve Rose is owner and chef and he is creating amazing dishes all locally sourced and organic

Cafe Citti - ever watch "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives" on Food Network? The host, Guy Fieri from nearby Santa Rosa, showcased this place, May 2010

Kenwood Bar and Grill - a bit pricey, but upscale and excellent food experience

Olive and Vine - our new favorite in Glen Ellen. Awesome food and great weekday specials

Dulce Luna - a local favorite since 2001

These wineries, tasting rooms and restaurants are all within cycling distance to the cottage (and we provide two bikes to use for free!). From the cottage, it is approximately 1 mile of nearly level riding (or walking) to reach the Valley of the Moon highway; once on the highway, it is 1/2 mile or less to the heart of Kenwood.

Sonoma has a lot to offer for the wine enthusiast, nature- and outdoor-types, and for those who just want a peaceful atmosphere with the wine country backdrop. The Kenwood Cottage allows you to explore it all, yet enjoy the seclusion of the canyon setting.

We recommend visiting Sonoma.com for the locations of places to go here in Kenwood and the rest of Sonoma County.