Offbeat Attractions

For wacky fun, visit both the Old Faithful Geyser and Petrified Forest up the valley in Calistoga. In the Petrified Forest, see The Giant, a 60-foot redwood buried over three million years ago by a volcanic eruption. Walk the forest’s quiet paths and enjoy the ancient splendor of trees frozen in time. The Old Faithful Geyser – although not quite as impressive as its cousin in Yellowstone – offers a fascinating nature-driven performance of gushing water. The geyser throws thousands of gallons of water skyward in a delightful display.