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 NT$7,306 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
NT$7,306
NT$8,417 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 NT$2,109 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
NT$2,109
NT$2,426 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (190 reviews)
"Very luxury accommodation, easy drive in to lovely Mendocino."

Reviewed on 2025/8/22

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
Sweetwater Inn and Spa

Sweetwater Inn and Spa

3.5 out of 5
44840 Main Street, Mendocino, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly cabin in Mendocino. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Popular attractions Kelley House Museum and Ford House ...
Sweetwater Inn and Spa
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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