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...
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With 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and a full kitchen this lovely and modern space sleeps 5 comfortably. Bring your family or travel with friends and enjoy exploring West Sonoma County. Spend the day at the…
We are proud to offer this newest of boating facilities for your use and enjoyment. The waters of the Petaluma Marina are part of the Petaluma River, a channel that runs fourteen miles from the north…
Join us at our beautiful estate in the Sonoma Valley for a behind the scenes look at the Art of Winemaking and the passion that the Lasseter’s have brought to the challenge of producing world class…
Designed with hand-crafted artistry, the Inn has the allure of a Mediterranean villa. Located amidst the vineyards, the Kenwood Inn and Spa is the premier destination for visitors seeking gracious…
Take your wine country experience to the next level with a seated food & wine pairing experience at Kendall-Jackson Wine Estates and Garden. These exceptional tastings pair limited-production wines…
Freestone Artisan Cheese sells hand crafted artisan cheeses, California nuts, olive oils grown and pressed locally, raw local honey, small-batch jams, crackers, panforte, chocolates, charcuterie,…
Right off the historic Sonoma Plaza you will find our new Tasting Room. Casual, but elegant, you will taste through a variety of our Vineyard Designated Pinot Noirs and other limited production…
Plaza Gourmet is a 1,500 square foot kitchen specialty store with over 6,000 items. We are located on the plaza in the heart of historic downtown Healdsburg. We are proud to be a locally owned and…
Homewood Winery is as close to a one man winery as David Homewood can keep it. Step by step through the vinification process he does as much of the work as he can. It is, therefore, a small operation…
Located in Sonoma Wine Country’s fabled Valley of the Moon, Kenwood Inn & Spa is a tranquil hideaway offering a one-of-a-kind retreat for discerning guests. Designed with serenity in mind, the…