A three day self guided bike tour, cycling from the rolling vineyards of Sonoma, deep lush forests to the sparkling Pacific ocean. 

Sonoma County is a small wine growing county in Northern California on the scenic Pacific Coast. The beauty of the ride is not just the destination, but the ride is a part of the journey.

This three day self guided bike tour is a loop ride starting from Santa Rosa and cycling through the rolling vineyards of Sonoma. The ride includes vineyards, deep lush forests, and sparkling Pacific ocean.

Average Daily Distance: 29 miles

Average Daily Elevation Gain: 1903 feet

Terrain: 100% paved roads

Recommended Bike Type: Road / E-Bike / Touring

Route Type: Loop (start and finish is the same location)

Best Months: June / July / August / September 

Highlights

• Discover a county acclaimed for its food and wine, relaxing hotels and stunning beauty
• Explore Sonoma's wild and rugged coastline and ride through ancient redwoods while following the historic Russian River valley
• Enjoy meeting local farmers, winemakers and acclaimed chefs at farm-to-table restaurants

Itinerary

Day 1 Santa Rosa to Camp Thayer (33 mi)

A hilly ride on quiet low traffic roads through the Russian River Valley to Austin Creek before ending at beautiful Camp Thayer in Cazadero. 

Day 2 Camp Thayer to Jenner (23 mi OR 41 mi) 

This day includes the option of a short ride giving you time for an afternoon seaside hike or a longer ride for riders eager to take on some climbs.  Both routes are on low traffic roads with breathtaking coastal views at the end. 

Day 3 Jenner to Santa Rosa (31 mi)

Enjoy the changing scenery from coastline to forests to wineries on quiet roads as you head back to Santa Rosa. 

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