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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100% Local, 100% Raw, 100% Unprocessed. We are a 3rd generation beekeeping family. We sell honey in Sonoma County. We never feed our bees fake nectar. We never buy honey from other beekeepers. Best Of…
Pongo’s Kitchen & Tap is a neighborhood spot, a local hangout. Pongo’s is a place to sip local brews and boasts a handpicked wine menu. Pongo’s is a place to meet friends and neighbors and to…
HANNA Winery was founded in 1985 by Dr. Elias Hanna, a world famous cardiac surgeon who was eager to find a place in the country to continue the farming heritage of his upbringing. His daughter,…
The Toad is your local pub in Railroad Square serving up hand-crafted plates of traditional English faire using local, sustainable ingredients for our pint drinkers, game watchers and happy hour…
If you live in the Sonoma area, or if you are a visitor to our beautiful Valley, please stop by Barking Dog Roasters. In addition to our espresso drinks and coffee (hot AND cold, the iced coffee has a…
The Acorn House cottage is located approximately one hour north of San Francisco on scenic Highway 12 in Kenwood. It is a peaceful retreat on four private acres. Your hosts, grape-growers Bev and…
Serving the best pizza in Rohnert Park comes naturally to us: fresh dough, real ingredients and quality service have made us the neighborhood pizza restaurant of choice since the 1970's. Have you…
We are producers of luxury, Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Meritage wines. The hillside vineyard and historic winery are located in Sonoma's Alexander Valley adjacent to to Silver Oak Winery…
Located in Montgomery Village Shopping Center, Monti’s is the locals’ choice for contemporary Mediterranean cuisine. In addition to nightly specials from the large wood-fired rotisserie, there are…
WELCOME TO THE SONOMA SERENGETI. Since our founding in 1993, Safari West has been one of the premier wildlife destinations in the United States. Between our expansive wildlife collection and the…