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Cloverdale, CA Road Trips

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city in Sonoma County, California, United States

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Trip Routes

2

Longest Drive

586 mi

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Quickest Drive

9h 39m

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Cloverdale, CA by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

8,933

Median Income

$104,238

Median Home Value

$613,400

Median Age

42.9

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

Cloverdale, CA at a Glance

Founded

1872

Elevation

1,099 ft

Area

3 mi²

Notable People from Cloverdale, CA

A sampling of people born in Cloverdale, CA.

David Del Tredici

1937–2023

American composer (1937–2023)

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Traveler Guide to Cloverdale, CA

Cloverdale is in Sonoma County in the Bay Area of California.

1 Cloverdale History Center & Museum, 215 N. Cloverdale Blvd, ☏ +1 707-894-2067, [email protected]. Th-Sa 10AM-4PM, Su noon-4PM. The Gothic-Revival house is one of the oldest dwellings in town, and contains the holdings of the Cloverdale Historical Society, Craftsman and Victorian furnishings. (updated May 2016) River Park, E. First Street (at Crocker Rd). This park features river access and picnic areas. The Cloverdale Historic Murals, 124 S. Cloverdale Blvd (on the north wall of the Sciaini Building). The murals depict early life in the town and were painted by local artists.

Cloverdale River Park, 31820 McCray Road (north entrance) (South entrance, which also has parking, is on First Street.), ☏ +1 707 433-1625. 7AM to sunset. The park runs along the west bank of the Russian River, with opportunities for walking, fishing, paddling, birdwatching, wildlife viewing, and picnicking. $7 parking fee, if not a regional parks member. (updated Jun 2022) Norcal Skydiving, Cloverdale Municipal Airport (take an immediate right at the Cloverdale Airport sign onto Chrome Iron Road), toll-free: +1-888-667-2259. Offers skydiving in one of the most beautiful places in the world. Jumps take place more than two miles up with free-fall at over 120 mph towards the Russian River. The staff is energetic and devoted to making sure the jump will be a lifetime highlight. Porterfield Creek Trails Open Space Preserve (Clover Springs Preserve) (West end of Skyview Drive). A 250-acre property nestled in the hillsides west of downtown Cloverdale, with plenty of hiking and biking opportunities. (updated Jun 2022) Russian River Railbikes, toll-free: +1 888 655-8950. A 6 mile self-peddling round trip, going north from Cloverdale, on four-seater railbikes. Seasonal (begins in May). (updated May 2024)

Wolf House Brewing, 131 E 1st St. Excellent beer, great onion rings. Bratwurst.

Cloverdale Wine Country Inn and Suites, 324 S Cloverdale Blvd, ☏ +1 707 894-7500, fax: +1 707 894-9266. $73. 1 The Pinschower Inn, 302 North Main St, ☏ +1 707-830-0553. This elegant 1901 Victorian mansion is on a quiet residential street. All rooms have private baths, central heat and A/C, flat screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi access. A multi-course gourmet breakfast is served every morning, including fresh fruits and vegetables grown at the Inn. The Inn features fine period antiques, luxurious linens and upscale amenities. The beautifully landscaped grounds include a demonstration vineyard, Koi ponds and patio, flower and vegetable gardens and a Mediterranean courtyard. Outdoors, guests can enjoy the splendor from a forty-foot veranda, a vintage gazebo or a flower-covered pavilion. Inside, they can relax in the inn's parlor or library. $234 USD.

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