Cloverdale, CA Road Trips
Sitting in the Pacific Coast, Cloverdale, CA is a local road trip base with 5 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 355 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Cloverdale, CA head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
580.2 mi
San Diego, CA
Quickest Drive
2h 21m
Sacramento, CA
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Trips from Cloverdale, CA
Driving from Cloverdale, CA
Expect an average of 355 miles and about 6h 43m behind the wheel when leaving Cloverdale, CA. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 580 miles (10h 58m), while the shortest is just 120 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Cloverdale, CA most often head toward San Diego, CA (580.2 mi, 10h 58m), Long Beach, CA (483.3 mi, 9h 4m), Los Angeles, CA (459.2 mi, 8h 35m), Laguna, CA (131.4 mi, 2h 36m), and Sacramento, CA (119.8 mi, 2h 21m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 355-mile drive from Cloverdale, CA, expect to burn about 14 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Cloverdale, CA and 0 routes heading into Cloverdale, CA, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 120 to 580 miles.
The longest mapped route from Cloverdale, CA covers 580 miles and takes approximately 10h 58m. Shorter options start at just 120 miles.
The average route from Cloverdale, CA runs about 355 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 43m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Cloverdale, CA include San Diego, CA, Long Beach, CA, Los Angeles, CA and Laguna, CA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
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)
City data from Wikidata (Q928609), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
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.
Travel tips adapted from Cloverdale (California) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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