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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Charm and character have accumulated at this very spot since 1926, making the Twin Oaks a place where stories are told and made. Whatever your definition of a tavern, honky tonk or roadhouse, rest…
Welcome to Denman Ranch, an historic winery, vineyard and community in Penngrove, California. Our 6.6 acres are what remains of the once 2,000-acre dairy ranch originally founded by Ezekiel…
Caprara's Pizzeria is based out of the small town of Penngrove, California. Find us between Petaluma and Cotati, in the Grove shopping center. We are close to the coast and the wine country, it's a…
At Bud’s Custom Meats, you’ll find a group of professionals that are passionate and dedicated to providing quality meat products at affordable prices, while promoting sustainability of local…
Mack's Grill is serving up all of your favorites such as the Mack's burger, calamari, nachos, buffalo wings and a whole lot more.
Hello Penngrove is a unique home, kids, baby, & gift shop located in Penngrove, California. We specialize in hand-made, locally made & one-of-a-kind type items. We are proud to offer many products…
JavAmoré Café is the perfect place to bring your family and friends. Our menu offers you a variety specialty coffee drinks, pastries, bagels and cream cheese, breakfast sandwiches, oatmeal, signature…
You’ll enjoy this stroller-toddler-pet-walker-and-wheelchair-friendly stroll under shady trees. At a break with refreshments, learn how the “old timers” cared for the land and what a working homestead…
