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 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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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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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…
Since opening in 1995 Willow Wood Market Cafe has become a beloved favorite of locals and food-savvy travelers alike. Willow Wood serves as the informal gathering spot and town center of the cozy town…
Our mission is to create wines for you that not only are great expressions of their place of origin but also simply taste great! We currently produce our Black Pine Pinot Noir, Rhapsody en Blu Rhone…
Rosewood Events is an elegant, private wedding venue located in Petaluma, California. This private estate is surrounded by 600 acres of breathtaking views and the natural beauty of flower gardens,…
Located in beautiful Western Sonoma County, Osmosis is the only day spa in the US that offers the Cedar Enzyme Bath—a rejuvenating heat treatment from Japan. We also specialize in a variety of…
Nestled in the historic Great Petaluma Mill, the Wild Goat Bistro offers a casual dining experience in a rustic and inviting atmosphere. The charming space reflects a European style bistro with…
The West County Regional & Joe Rodota Trails are built along land that was once the Petaluma and Santa Rosa Railway, a line that linked Petaluma and Santa Rosa with Sebastopol and Forestville. The…
We are a small family owned winery that produces limited-production, hand-crafted wines using local organically grown grapes. Our tasting room and gallery offers indoor lounge seating and an outdoor…
Originally distinguished as the first winery on Westside Road in Healdsburg, California, Davis Bynum was first to produce a single vineyard Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley. Today, more than…