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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Our family’s downtown tasting room is housed in a lovely 1940’s craftsman style building that offers a relaxed but intimate environment for both indoor and outdoor get-togethers. The Roche family’s…
“Umé” (pronounced as “oo – may”), or Japanese plum, has played an important role in the Japanese culture for many centuries. The plum is associated with the start of spring, because plum blossoms are…
Experience the best of Northern California’s wine country when you escape to this tastefully appointed resort style home and guest quarters. This beautiful property is situated on two acres hidden…
Truck & Barter is a family owned, modern day general store, carefully curated with bespoke brands and superior quality products. Shop our collection online. Monday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed…
For nearly 30 years, people craving the warmth and ambiance of a classic Italian restaurant in Sebastopol have visited Mary's Pizza Shack. Mary Fazio opened the original Shack in 1959, and the Fazio…
Greyhound operates from San Francisco to Santa Rosa. There are transfers for local buses.
The Petaluma building is an ideal location for a wide range of activities due to its location and parking accommodations. The building’s retractable theater-seating system and theater lighting provide…