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.
Together, we can protect and preserve the beauty and natural resources of Sonoma County for generations to come. Check out our page on Sustainable Travel, and look over the Leave No Trace Seven Principles.
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Trip Ideas
For your exploring pleasure, here's a focus on Sonoma County's northern reaches, home to rolling hills and small fertile valleys, premium wineries, and the towns of Healdsburg, Windsor, Cloverdale...
The lush Sonoma Valley unfurls 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, farm...
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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At Benziger, we’re about three things: family, great wine and healthy vineyards. For more than thirty years we’ve searched Sonoma County for the most distinctive and expressive vineyards. Once found,…
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Dedicated to crafting rare wines from uncommon varietals and character-rich vineyards, Imagery Estate Winery was forged from a thirst for experimentation. Worldly wines like Malbec, Tempranillo, and…
Located in the heart of Sonoma Valley, our rolling vineyards are nestled between the Mayacamas + Sonoma Mountains. Built over 35 years ago by Bruce Cohn on 70 acres of Bordeaux style vineyards and…
The Red Barn Store set in a rustic 100-year old barn among the rolling produce and flower fields at Oak Hill Farm, offers the local community and travelers alike an opportunity to purchase our…
A woodland experience where East meets West, the Garden is a place to be inspired and refreshed by the beauty and importance of Asian and California native plants. Enjoy a self-guided leisurely walk,…
Black Dog Ranch is a small family-owned producer of Pinot Noir wine in Los Carneros. We produce 200 to 300 cases, on average, per vintage. Visit our Beresini Vineyards tasting room in Glen Ellen.
Chocolate tasting room, viewable kitchen, and chocolate shop. Fresh truffles made daily. Specialty wine truffles. Come taste the difference!
Talisman is dedicated to the crafting of exquisite, soulful vineyard designated Pinot Noirs that are true to their roots and accurately reflect the terroir and personality of their vineyard origin.
Conduct your private meeting in our serene and modern Sonoma meeting spaces. Equipped with all the essentials to lead a productive gathering, Olea Hotel’s private meeting space options provide the…
In 2014, the Belmonte’s purchased Wellington Vineyards, which had been in operation for more than 20 years by father and son, John and Peter Wellington. This former winery was known for estate wines…