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.
Together, we can protect and preserve the beauty and natural resources of Sonoma County for generations to come. Check out our page on Sustainable Travel, and look over the Leave No Trace Seven Principles.
Trip Ideas
For your exploring pleasure, here's a focus on Sonoma County's northern reaches, home to rolling hills and small fertile valleys, premium wineries, and the towns of Healdsburg, Windsor, Cloverdale...
The lush Sonoma Valley unfurls 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, farm...
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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At Benziger, we’re about three things: family, great wine and healthy vineyards. For more than thirty years we’ve searched Sonoma County for the most distinctive and expressive vineyards. Once found,…
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Explore an architectural showpiece known as the “Castle,” nestled among 20 acres of vineyards. Taste highly coveted, estate-grown, handcrafted wines and enjoy a picnic from our Gourmet Marketplace in…
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The newly-renovated Flamingo Resort is an iconic mid-century marvel located on a lush, 10-acre campus in the heart of Sonoma’s wine country with access to over 200 wineries and breweries, plus a…
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Wildhaven Sonoma provides an elevated outdoor lodging experience in the heart of Sonoma wine country. Our unique blend of nature and comfort helps you recharge mind and body, reconnect with friends…
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Dedicated to crafting rare wines from uncommon varietals and character-rich vineyards, Imagery Estate Winery was forged from a thirst for experimentation. Worldly wines like Malbec, Tempranillo, and…
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The Sandman Santa Rosa was voted Top 5 Best Roadside Motels by USA Today 10Best Readers 2021. Reimagined in 2017, the charming motor lodge is a modern throwback inspired by the Spanish Mission Revival…
A Master Goldsmith, I work in gold, silver, platinum, precious and semi-precious stones. Before bringing my jewelry-making skills to the U.S., I studied my craft under Master Goldsmiths and famed…
Yes, there is an actual Bohemian Highway. This pastoral stretch of winding, two-lane road meanders across ten miles of western Sonoma County and is one of the most scenic drives you can make in…
A Delightful emporium of vintage inspired gifts, new and current toys on the market, and home decor. Sunnyside Cottage is located in Santa Rosa only one hour north of San Francisco in the heart of…
Shogun Japanese Restaurant is the oldest Japanese restaurant in Sonoma County. We are now located in the Farmers Lane Plaza, next to El Charro Mexican Restaurant.