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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Nestled among the apple orchards of Western Sonoma County, the Hallberg Butterfly Gardens cover nine acres of overgrown vines and thickets, flowering pathways and meadows. We welcome individuals,…
36 years in the business of Oaxacan influenced Mexican food. We serve home made and authentic Mexican food that is upscale and exotic at an affordable price. Every dish is created to order, using only…
Burning man, steampunk, tribal, alternative fashion clothing store for men and women that exemplifies the lifestyle and vision of the west coast festival culture.
The Roadhouse, nestled in a quiet valley hollow on Highway 12 between Sebastopol and Freestone, specializes farm-to-table food. Fork Hours: Breakfast and Lunch Thursday-Monday 9am to 2pm Dinners…
Located in Sebastopol, Eye Candy Chocolatier offers hand-crafted chocolate truffles made with premium chocolate couverture, locally sourced organic cream and butter, and natural flavorings such as…
Chef Todd's Epicurean Adventures is a small owner operated touring business that focuses on small independent family owned wineries. Chef Todd also prepares an amazing lunch at one of his partner…
The Farmer’s Wife, the popular farmers market stand seen at the Ferry Building and festivals like Outside Lands, opened its first brick-and-mortar. Located in Sebastopol’s Barlow shopping complex, the…
Collectors, designers, prop artists and set directors know the Antique Society is the place to visit in Sonoma County. Offering friendly, organized yet always adventurous shopping for over 27 years;…
Hippizzazz is a family and locally owned pizza restaurant featuring organic, fresh ingredients and innovative recipes. We are located at 280 South Main Street in Sebastopol. Hippizzazz is open late…
Slice of Life started in 1974. It all began at the Cotati nightspot "The Inn of the Beginning." Forty years later Slice of Life has been reawakened by it's new owners Keith & Chloe. Keith is a life…