Philo, CA

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North Coast California
Philo showing tranquil scenes, farmland and landscape views
North Coast California
North Coast California
North Coast California

Discover the best of California’s Anderson Valley wine region, bordered by the Pacific Coast to the west and Mendocino National Forest to the east.

Trees far outnumber people in Philo, a tiny census-designated place in Mendocino County. With a population that doesn’t exceed 500, nature takes center stage here. Discover lush forests and equally lush vineyards in Philo and the surrounding area.

Find Philo in the heart of the Anderson Valley. In the past, it was a redwood logging community full of timber cutting and saw mills. Today, the land is mostly filled with vineyards. Critics all over the world consistently laud Anderson Valley’s wine.

Learn about the history of the area at the Little Red Schoolhouse, run by the Anderson Valley Historical Society. Step back in time as you tour exhibits in the 1891-era schoolhouse. Learn about Boontling, the unique local folk language that was once widely spoken throughout the valley.

Walk among the redwoods in Hendy Woods State Park. Be prepared to feel dwarfed as you surround yourself by trees that are over 300 feet (90 meters) tall and over 1,000 years old. Explore 5 miles (8 kilometers) of woodland trails, including the wheelchair-accessible Discovery Trail.

Indian Creek meets the Navarro River in Philo. Follow the Navarro River all the way to where it spills into the Pacific Ocean or go rafting and kayaking upstream of Rancheria Creek. On the southern shore of Indian Creek, relax in Indian Creek Park. Build a campfire and sleep under the stars in one of its many campsites.

No trip to Philo is complete without a visit to Navarro Vineyards and WineryOpens in a new window, a crown jewel among the Anderson Valley’s many vineyards. Taste some of its famous vintages or tour its rolling vineyards. Learn all about the varieties of grapes produced in the region. Understand the vineyard’s environmentally conscious practices and enjoy lunch, with rolling fields as your backdrop. 

Cornelius Prather founded Philo in 1863. It was named after Philomena, his favorite cousin. Between whimsical facts like this, stunning natural surroundings and delightful vineyards, Philo will surprise you at every turn.

Anderson Valley Inn

Anderson Valley Inn

2 out of 5
8480 CA-128, Philo, CA
Stay at this hotel in Philo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Scharffenberger Cellars and Toulouse Vineyards are located ...
Anderson Valley Inn
Harbor Lite Lodge

Harbor Lite Lodge

2.5 out of 5
120 N Harbor Dr, Fort Bragg, CA
The price is ¥35,297 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
¥35,297
¥40,660 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Fort Bragg. Enjoy free WiFi, a conference center, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Harbor Lite Lodge
Surf Motel and Gardens

Surf Motel and Gardens

2.5 out of 5
1220 South Main Street, Fort Bragg, CA
The price is ¥10,173 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
¥10,173
¥11,699 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Fort Bragg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Surf Motel and Gardens
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Mendo Bungalow

Mendo Bungalow

3 out of 5
44951 Larkin Rd, Mendocino, CA
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Mendocino. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Mendo Bungalow
Cottages at Little River Cove

Cottages at Little River Cove

3 out of 5
7533 California 1, Little River, CA
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Little River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Van Damme State Park and Big River are located ...
Cottages at Little River Cove
SWEEPING OCEAN VIEWS - bar none. Over 365 5 star reviews, everyone comes back.

SWEEPING OCEAN VIEWS - bar none. Over 365 5 star reviews, everyone comes back.

Mendocino
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Mendocino. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
SWEEPING OCEAN VIEWS - bar none. Over 365 5 star reviews, everyone comes back.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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