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Sightseeing
Roys Redwoods Preserve
Awe-inspiring soaring redwood forest! 10 minutes walk.
Beautiful State Park with groves of towering redwoods and lovely Papermill Creek.
Look for spawning salmon, among a variety of wildlife.
Camping, picnic and BBQ areas with views of the creek.
Beautiful hiking trails, and a long paved bike path free from motorized vehicles.
Bring cash for the day-use entry fee (under $20).
Samuel P Taylor State Park
8889 Sir Francis Drake BoulevardBeautiful State Park with groves of towering redwoods and lovely Papermill Creek.
Look for spawning salmon, among a variety of wildlife.
Camping, picnic and BBQ areas with views of the creek.
Beautiful hiking trails, and a long paved bike path free from motorized vehicles.
Bring cash for the day-use entry fee (under $20).
Buddhist Meditation & Retreat Center
Spirit Rock Meditation Center
5000 Sir Francis Drake BlvdMonday Night Dharma Talk & Meditation
Local Coffee Shop
Coffee shop featuring eats and treats, as well as a small mercantile.
Local espresso bar with eats and treats, as well as a small mercantile. Drive west just 5 minutes or so to Forest Knolls.
6 locals recommend
Pump Espresso Bar
6825 Sir Francis Drake BlvdLocal espresso bar with eats and treats, as well as a small mercantile. Drive west just 5 minutes or so to Forest Knolls.
Country Market & Deli
Woodacre Country Market & Deli
175 San Geronimo Valley DrSandwiches, prepared foods, cold drinks, and more!
High quality organic produce and more from local producers.
7 locals recommend
The Farm Stand at Forest Knolls
6700 Sir Francis Drake BlvdHigh quality organic produce and more from local producers.
Local market featuring staple groceries and prepared foods, 5 minutes or so drive in Lagunitas.
10 locals recommend
Lagunitas Groceries & Deli
7290 Sir Francis Drake BlvdLocal market featuring staple groceries and prepared foods, 5 minutes or so drive in Lagunitas.
Local Pub
Local watering hole featuring Live Music
Historic Papermill Creek Saloon often features Live Music.
5 minutes' or so drive to Forest Knolls.
13 locals recommend
Papermill Creek Saloon
1 Castro StHistoric Papermill Creek Saloon often features Live Music.
5 minutes' or so drive to Forest Knolls.
Coin Washing Well Laundromat, Fairfax
Coin-operated, clean and in good condition: you wash and dry.
Located across the street from the fabulous Good Earth Natural Foods Market.
The Mat Coin Laundry
2416 Sir Francis Drake BoulevardFood scene
Local cafe within several minutes' walking distance of your stay- often featuring live music with beer, wine, and cocktails.
Giaco's Valley Roadhouse
Local cafe within several minutes' walking distance of your stay- often featuring live music with beer, wine, and cocktails.
Local Indian Cafe about 5 minutes' drive in Lagunitas, 7 minutes from Samuel P Taylor State Park with its picnic area amid majestic redwoods and a tranquil stream.
20 locals recommend
Arti Indian Organic Natural Cafe
7282 Sir Francis Drake BlvdLocal Indian Cafe about 5 minutes' drive in Lagunitas, 7 minutes from Samuel P Taylor State Park with its picnic area amid majestic redwoods and a tranquil stream.
Scenic 20-30 minutes' drive to the West in Pt. Reyes Station: Delicious wood-fired brick oven pizzas, local salads, beer and wine. Seating inside and out. This route allows for a drive through the majestic redwoods of State Park Samuel P Taylor.
27 locals recommend
Cafe Reyes
11101 CA-1Scenic 20-30 minutes' drive to the West in Pt. Reyes Station: Delicious wood-fired brick oven pizzas, local salads, beer and wine. Seating inside and out. This route allows for a drive through the majestic redwoods of State Park Samuel P Taylor.
20-30 minutes scenic drive West in Pt. Reyes Station: Wonderful local cooking in a warm and charming space, seating indoor and out. Full bar, often featuring live music. This route allows for a drive through the majestic redwoods of State Park Samuel P Taylor.
40 locals recommend
Station House Cafe
11285 CA-120-30 minutes scenic drive West in Pt. Reyes Station: Wonderful local cooking in a warm and charming space, seating indoor and out. Full bar, often featuring live music. This route allows for a drive through the majestic redwoods of State Park Samuel P Taylor.
Rustic gem of a MUSIC VENUE for phenomenal talent! Local fare, sports bar and full restaurant. 15 minute drive through the redwoods and into the rolling hills of Nicasio and horse country. Stunning rolling hills and ranches setting. Next to Nicasio's famous little white church, Old Saint Mary's.
39 locals recommend
Rancho Nicasio, Bar, Restaurant, Live Music and Wedding Event Venue
1 Old Rancheria RdRustic gem of a MUSIC VENUE for phenomenal talent! Local fare, sports bar and full restaurant. 15 minute drive through the redwoods and into the rolling hills of Nicasio and horse country. Stunning rolling hills and ranches setting. Next to Nicasio's famous little white church, Old Saint Mary's.