Walks and Jogs

Take a healthy walk or jog around the town, or around our famous Fitch Mountain (a 6 mile loop that follows the Russian River, through redwoods, past summer cottages and skirting the mountain that is the focal point of Healdsburg). It’s a challenge with some decent ups and downs. Or perhaps a flatter jog is for you. The Magnolia Loop is a paved 4 mile loop (from door back to door), past a lovely winery, and through the farm fields and vineyards. The backdrop of the Mayacamas mountain ridge is always a vision to behold.

Bicycling

Of course both of the jogging routes are ideal, but a bike/picnic to one of the wineries in Dry Creek Valley, Russian River Valley or Alexander Valley can be a special day. Bike rentals are only one block away (www.winecountrybikes.com), or you may store your own bikes in our secure garage. We do have two bikes you can borrow (first come, first served).  We have a picnic backpack available for use, as well as coolers and binoculars. For the really hearty folk, the cycle to Armstrong Woods State Park and its magnificent redwoods is a real treat.

Golf

Golf is indeed alive and well here in our area. Not only do we sport nine and eighteen hole courses, many have driving ranges for those guests in need of just a little practice. Our local “mountain goat” course is a mile from the inn and the beautiful Windsor course is just a few miles away.

On the River

The River is great in the summer. How about a lazy canoe trip or kayak drift down the Russian River? The kayak/canoe rentals are a short walk from the inn, where you will be bussed up river for the ride back down. Or float on an inflatable raft down the river, and get picked up and returned to your start point.  Summer promises a calm, peaceful current to carry you along with many deeper pools for a swim or beaches for a picnic. We’ll provide the beach towel!

Ballooning

Bird’s eye view! That’s what you get when you go up, up and away in a hot air balloon! These dawn excursions are breathtaking and well worth the trip. Up and Away Ballooning lifts off a short three miles away. Ballooning is always weather dependent, so you can plan it for the first morning of your stay, then be patient if conditions are not perfect!

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