Must Do Activities in Sonoma, Lake Tahoe and Tuolumne

America As You Like It • 19 January 2023

Inspiration for a new travel destination 

Looking for thrill and adventure? Need a break from ordinary life? Why not look at Sonoma, Lake Tahoe or Tuolumne? With a variety of activities these amazing places will scintillate the senses and explore new possibilities for the avid traveler. In this blog, we will explore the sights and activities to explore.

Sonoma
With a farm-to-table scene that is world class, you simply must not visit Sonoma County without exploring a variety of scintillating and tasteful options to expand your palate. A fine example of this is SingleThread; a now iconic Healdsburg restaurant which recently retained its three (yes, three) Michelin stars. Other restaurants to have been recognised with stars include Barndiva (also in Healdsburg) and Cyrus in Geyserville, which reopened after much anticipation in 2022.


As well as fine dining, Sonoma has a bounty of natural beauty in the form of the meandering Russian River and historic state parks, complete with redwood forests. These towering trees, that can reach heights of 370 feet and beyond, will take you to a place of serenity, and provide a canopy under which children love to explore. Sonoma County's redwood forests span over 800 acres, and can be experienced on foot, by bike, via horseback, or even zipline. 


Sonoma County also features over 50 miles of beautiful coastline, where trails along windswept beaches and rugged bluffs offer a very different experience to the quaint communities of Sonoma Valley. Visitors should also check out the Charles M Schulz Museum in Santa Rosa. The creator of Charlie Brown, Snoopy and friends spent his final 30 years in Sonoma County's capital, where his work and associated characters are celebrated for all to enjoy.

Sonoma

Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe. This stunning area possesses many options for a variety of activities. The midweek rates are excellent for a holiday, this is also as San Francisco is stone’s throw away. You could stay in San Francisco on the weekends and mid-week in Lake Tahoe to get the best of both worlds. This will be efficient and economically friendly while seeing everything you want to see. Lake Tahoe possesses the ability for activities in both the winter and summer. You can hike in the winter and mountain bike in the summer. Your imagination is the glass ceiling in this stunning location. 


The American Century Championship is a celebrity golf tournament which is held during the second full week of July at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in Stateline, at the shore of Lake Tahoe. Want to see the pros up close; Here’s your chance! The AC golfing championship runs from July 12-16, 2023 and boasts many celebrities such as Justin Timberlake and Steph Curry in the past. 


Why not extend your visit for the summer concert series to make the most of your trip. The summer concert series runs from June 30th to Saturday July 1st, 2023 at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys. The line-up is full of artists for everyone’s tastes in music set in the backdrop of stunning scenery.


Tuolumne

Tuolumne

Welcome to Tuolumne, the Gold Country! Ever wanted to be a prospector; here’s your chance! Part of the California gold rush, this thriving county has something for everyone. From steam trains to saloons, you feel like you are walking into a western and going back in time. You can also try your luck panning for gold. This will be near the river in Groveland. ,

With proximity to Yellowstone National Park and High Sierra, there are many adventures to be had just 2 and half hours away. From craft beer to lake swimming in pristine waters as well as hiking, horse riding camping and boating. This is in addition to historic hotels, golf courses, numerous and varied dining establishments, historic saloons, wineries and museums. 


See anything you like? Why not book your trip today, why wait! With so many options to choose from the only hard choice will be the destination for you! 

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