Guidebook for Monte Rio
Sightseeing
Great place to see big trees - take an easy stroll on paved paths or a more strenuous hike up and around!
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Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve Visitor Center
17000 Armstrong Woods RdGreat place to see big trees - take an easy stroll on paved paths or a more strenuous hike up and around!
Beautiful beach where the river meets the sea at Jenner - rent kayaks, or just spot seals.
125 abantu bendawo batusa
Goat Rock Beach
Beautiful beach where the river meets the sea at Jenner - rent kayaks, or just spot seals.
Cute shops, a great general store, and occasionally an antique fair. The rodeo's here too, usually June!
58 abantu bendawo batusa
Duncans Mills
Cute shops, a great general store, and occasionally an antique fair. The rodeo's here too, usually June!
When the mouth of the river's closed and some beaches are under water, this one's always got space. There's a $5 charge per person, but once in a while it's worth it!
Casini Ranch Family Campground
22855 Moscow RdWhen the mouth of the river's closed and some beaches are under water, this one's always got space. There's a $5 charge per person, but once in a while it's worth it!
Food Scene
SF-style dining in a rural setting - always great; don't miss the brussel sprouts.
164 abantu bendawo batusa
boon eat + drink
16248 Main StSF-style dining in a rural setting - always great; don't miss the brussel sprouts.
Super breakfasts with a patio/deck for good weather - make sure to get the grits.
56 abantu bendawo batusa
Cape Fear Café
25191 Main StreetSuper breakfasts with a patio/deck for good weather - make sure to get the grits.
Pat's is a traditional breakfast/lunch diner that at night morphs into Dick Blomster's Korean - fun in either incarnation.
46 abantu bendawo batusa
Pat's International
16236 Main StPat's is a traditional breakfast/lunch diner that at night morphs into Dick Blomster's Korean - fun in either incarnation.
Village Inn & Restaurant
20822 River BlvdGood food and ambiance just down the road.
Family-style Italian for fans of "old California" (foodies may sniff, but if you're looking for the California of your youth, you'll find it here)
28 abantu bendawo batusa
Negri's Original Occidental
3700 Bohemian HwyFamily-style Italian for fans of "old California" (foodies may sniff, but if you're looking for the California of your youth, you'll find it here)
Spud Point Crab Company
1910 Westshore RdBest chowder ever! Good crabcakes too.
Great view - try a River's End Sunset, or stay for dinner.
105 abantu bendawo batusa
River's End Restaurant & Inn
11048 CA-1Great view - try a River's End Sunset, or stay for dinner.
Family style Italian with a beautiful outdoor patio
35 abantu bendawo batusa
Union Hotel Restaurant & Cafe
3731 Main StFamily style Italian with a beautiful outdoor patio
Howard Station Cafe
3611 Bohemian HwyGreat breakfasts!
Great bread and pastries if you're headed to Cazadero
29 abantu bendawo batusa
Raymond's Bakery at Elim Grove
5400 Cazadero HwyGreat bread and pastries if you're headed to Cazadero
Arts & Culture
One of the last remaining quonset hut movie theaters in America, the Rio shows first run movies every night!
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Rio Theatre
20396 Bohemian HwyOne of the last remaining quonset hut movie theaters in America, the Rio shows first run movies every night!
Essentials
Wild Flour Bread
140 Bohemian HwyBest bread & pastries - don't miss the scones!