See how Sonoma County’s valleys and vineyards offer beauty and bounty, as neat rows of vineyards, lush pasturelands, charming small towns, and bustling cities nestle against a backdrop of rolling hills. In northern Sonoma County, the towns of Cloverdale, Geyserville, and Healdsburg sit in the Dry Creek and Alexander Valleys – just two of Sonoma County’s 18 distinctive American Viticultural Areas, or wine regions. To the east, the lush and fertile Sonoma Valley cradles Kenwood, Glen Ellen, and Sonoma, as well as historic sites and five distinct wine regions.
The Santa Rosa Plain spreads north to south down the county’s center, surrounded by hills and holding the cities and towns of Windsor, Santa Rosa, Cotati, Rohnert Park, Penngrove, Graton, Sebastopol, and Petaluma, and the farming community of Valley Ford. Life opens up as you follow two-lane roadways from one valley to the next, discovering gorgeous vistas, exploring parks and open spaces, and experiencing small communities with distinct personalities.
Trip Ideas
For your exploring pleasure, here's a focus on Sonoma County's northern section, home to rolling hills and small fertile valleys, premium wineries, and the towns of Healdsburg, Windsor, Cloverdale...
The lush Sonoma Valley lies nestled between two mountain ranges along Sonoma County's eastern edge. Abundance is the norm here, offering visitors a delightful mix of beautiful vistas, wine tasting...
Explore the back roads of western Sonoma County and uncover hidden gems, from Sebastopol in the south to Forestville in the north. Also known as "West County," this area is a treasure trove of tiny...
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Looking for a base for visiting the Wine Country or just a spot to relax with a glass of wine and good book? Our recently updated guest house sits on 6 tree-shaded acres overlooking the vineyards and…
Hearthside Cabin is a lovely and unique Northern California vacation rental getaway. No matter how long you stay, you won't want to leave! Nestled among towering redwoods and adjacent to beautiful…
Located in the heart of the redwoods, Burke’s is a ten mile self-guided canoe trip through the Redwoods. You can comfortably do this trip in approximately 3 ½ hours, actual canoeing time. However,…
A.W. Garrett opened his tin and hardware shop in downtown Healdsburg in the late 1880's, and Garrett Hardware has been dedicated to serving the building and home improvement needs of the Healdsburg…
Welcome to the Hilton Garden Inn Sonoma County Airport hotel. Our hotel in Santa Rosa, California is located between downtown Santa Rosa and Healdsburg, ideal for business and leisure. Host a meeting…
Delicious pastries and artisinal doughnuts - and coffee! Open 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The Christensen Family is delighted to introduce the new Geyserville Grille, located in the former Hoffman House. Our fully renovated restaurant features a new centerpiece bar, a state of the art…
For almost 20 years, Galleria has been cultivating art and jewelry collections from local and international artisans. You’ll find an amazing assortment of high quality items in a wide range of prices.…
38º North at the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn is Wine Country's hottest new Sonoma, CA lounge venue. The new lounge’s sleek design, led by California based KNA Designs, respects the property’s…
Bay-ti is a home décor store located in Petaluma, CA downtown shopping district, offering an array of home decor pieces ranging from hand-made, one-of-a-kind Moroccan artifacts, rugs and large…