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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With more than forty wines produced on-site in our state-of-the-art winemaking facility, a restaurant serving up cuisine made to pair perfectly with our wines, all on a property surrounded by…
Celebrate your next special occasion at Francis Ford Coppola Winery and let our team create a memorable experience that will leave your guests talking about it for years to come. We offer…
Skipstone is tucked between two stunning hillsides in the mountains above Alexander Valley. We aspire to perfection in every aspect of our winegrowing and estate farming and draw inspiration from the…
Lake Sonoma is located 10 minutes from Healdsburg off of Dry Creek Road. We have a fully equipped marina that is open year-round, boat and patio rentals, and a deli.
Climbing up from the northern border of Dry Creek Valley, Rockpile Appellation's dramatic nature unfolds. Pritchett Peaks loom in the distance, hinting at their role in Rockpile's geologic evolution;…
At Trentadue Winery, we receive a great deal of satisfaction from sharing our love of winemaking and the fruits of our Estate with others. Whether you are visiting locally or traveling from afar, our…
Catelli's was originally opened in Geyserville around 1936 by Italian immigrants Santi and Virginia Catelli. The restaurant was originally known as Catelli’s "The Rex" (the "king" as translated from…
Located in scenic Alexander Valley next door to Starlite Vineyards, this home is a charming three bedroom, two bathroom home in beautiful Alexander Valley. Ivy covered wrought iron fencing and gate…
We can host groups from 20 to 250 guests for weddings, private tastings and dinners. Our winery grounds offer two manicured outdoor lawn areas and an indoor hospitality suite. Please contact our…
For over a century, the Mazzoni family has been growing premium grapes and making wine in Sonoma County. You can visit our estate located on the families 120 acre vineyard in Alexander Valley.…