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...
Places in the Valleys & Vineyards Region
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The Sebastopol Farmers' Market takes place in the Sebastopol Plaza year-round. There is always live music and a wide of assortment of food to nosh on. Come meet the farmers and ranchers selling fresh…
Garden Valley Ranch is open for self-guided tours on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to 4 pm, events permitting. Please contact [email protected] for Weekend Event Schedules. Self-guided tours…
Step into the famed roadhouse just west of Santa Rosa where you’ll find an amazing menu featuring French country-style cuisine graced with a few worldly surprises. The atmosphere is Wine Country…
Extremely taste-worthy food with original tastes. Beautiful ambiance as you can choose to sit at a table, or on the floor, which overlooks the lighted trees of downtown Santa Rosa.
Street social dinners began in early 2013 in Los Angeles. Marjorie and Jevon met there while working together in the industry, he as sous chef and Marjorie as an artisanal cocktail mixer. Sipping…
Perfect for a wine country meeting, this Tuscan style hotel is adjacent to two lush golf courses, and within minutes to spas, dining, shopping, and wineries. Featuring more than 18,000 sf of indoor…
Ike’s Place first opened its door on Halloween of 2007. The man behind the sandwich, Ike Shehadeh, always puts his customers happiness first. That is what sets Ike’s Place aside from the rest. When…
Established in 1976, Frick Winery is a small 1 person vineyard and winery located in the Dry Creek Valley of Sonoma County, California. Wines crafted from Rhone grape varieties grown in small hillside…
Welcome to your wine country retreat with a pool, nestled amongst some of Kenwood's most beautiful vineyards. Open floor plan with light-filled rooms. There are three bedrooms and a bonus loft space…
The Epicurean Connection brings a creative and versatile range of food experiences to the Napa Valley & Sonoma Valley. Our belief is that simple ingredients, sustainability, and locally sourced food…