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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A visit to the legendary John Ash & Co is a celebration of Wine Country cuisine at its best. Nestled next to the spectacular Vintners Resort, with its 92 acres of lush vineyards and landscaped…
A small batch craft brewery focusing on farmhouse ales, sour beer, and barrel aging.
At Inman Family Wines we practice sensitive farming and natural winemaking, growing grapes and making wine in Sonoma County’s Russian River Valley. The alchemy of the elements created our beautiful…
Portobello Hats was opened in 2011 in the heart of downtown Santa Rosa. Since opening, our merchandise has expanded to include many local milliners as well as high fashion brands like Panizza and…
If you are looking for a unique place to celebrate or collaborate with your group, look no further than Safari West. With options ranging from the open-air patio beside the flamingo lagoons to indoor…
Whether it’s fine art or locally handcrafted goods, elegant pens and stationery, silver, crystal, or distinctive wine country gifts, Corrick’s is the place to find the finest from Sonoma County and…
The Front Room Bar & Lounge, at Vintners Resort, is a popular gathering place where locals and guests of the Resort can unwind together adjacent to John Ash & Co. The Front Room offers small plates in…
Big River Coffee Company is located in Santa Rosa, CA. We designed our café in honor of our love for the Wine Country. We feature a full espresso and coffee bar as well as pastries from one of Sonoma…
More than just a brewery or restaurant, Third Street Aleworks is a local hub- a “Pub”- in the best sense of the word: a place where everyone from beer aficionados, to blind daters, to busy families…
Pride Mountain Vineyards, situated high in the Mayacamas mountain range, has been producing critically acclaimed wines since 1991. Thirty minutes from Santa Rosa and fifteen minutes from St. Helena,…