Sonoma County, California

Sonoma County, California, United States

With more than 425 wineries, miles of rugged Pacific coastline, towering redwood forests, and its close proximity to San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge, Sonoma County is a traveler’s dream vacation spot in California. Discover more than 50 nature parks that offer travelers miles of hiking and cycling trails through the redwoods or oak-studded hills. Rivers entice visitors to kayak, canoe, or simply float along the cool waters. Breathtaking Highway 1 — Pacific Coast Highway — delights visitors with crashing waves, sea lions and amazing sunsets.

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Sonoma County

Create your own customized wine country experience by picking and choosing from the amazing tastes, sights, events, activities, and amenities found throughout Sonoma County, California.

For your tasting pleasure, Sonoma County offers world-class wines from 425-plus wineries; notable craft beers, ciders, and spirits; acclaimed restaurants; fresh produce from more than 100 organic farms; and artisan cheeses, breads, oils, sauces, and other delectable food products.

Amazing views abound, from miles of stunning coastline to picture- perfect rows of grapevines. Events and activities include festivals of all types, unique competitions, delightful shopping excursions, spa treatments, artist studio tours, art galleries and museums, kayaking, canoeing, cycling, and other indoor and outdoor pursuits.

While enjoying all this, stay in your choice of luxurious hotels, historic inns, romantic B&Bs, or modern campgrounds. Located just 45 minutes north of San Francisco, Sonoma County beckons to the adventurous, to the curious, and to lovers of the Northern California lifestyle.

Find more info here: www.sonomacounty.com

Towns

More than 30 cities, towns and villages are located in Sonoma County. The biggest city and county seat is Santa Rosa, in the center. Other prominent towns include Sonoma, Bodega Bay, Guerneville, Petaluma, Sebastopol, Windsor, and Healdsburg.

More than 55 miles of dramatic Pacific coast create Sonoma County’s western border. Sonoma Coast is rugged, dramatic, and scenic – yet approachable. It’s perfect for relaxing at the beach for the day, taking a hike, camping, or planning a romantic, private picnic. Miles of trails, some wide sandy beaches, and scenic overlooks beckon travelers to get out and explore. Discover quaint sea villages here: Bodega, Bodega Bay, Jenner, Fort Ross, The Sea Ranch, and Timber Cove.

The Russian River resort area is a vacation destination surrounded by ancient redwoods in the heart of Sonoma Wine Country, just a few miles from the spectacular Sonoma Coast. The Russian River resort destination beckons travelers to explore, play, or just relax. Visitors today find charming towns – Forestville, Rio Nido, Guerneville, Monte Rio, Cazadero, and Duncans Mills – filled with local shops and galleries.

It’s the array of wine regions that offer pastoral vistas that lure visitors from around the globe to stop and smell the grape vines in Sonoma County's valleys and vineyards: Petaluma, Sebastopol, Sonoma, Kenwood, Glen Ellen, Santa Rosa, Windsor, Healdsburg, Geyserville, Cloverdale, Occidental, Freestone, Rohnert Park and Cotati.

More info about all towns: www.sonomacounty.com/sonoma-county-cities

Top 5

Looking for the best wineries in California? The top beaches on the Northern California coast? Award-winning California spas and resorts? World-class concert hall? California redwoods? Here’s a brief list of Sonoma County highlights.

Do & See

Visiting Sonoma County – known around the world as a top wine, spa, and coastal destination – doesn’t mean you’re required only to taste wine, get massages, or explore more than 50 miles of Pacific Coastline. (Though, doesn’t that sound delicious?). With a zip line through the top of a redwood forest, an African-style safari, and a thrilling road course, Sonoma County boasts every type of activity, ensuring you have something to write home about.

Hike through a regional park, or paddle down the Russian River in a canoe. Take a cooking class, visit a farm, learn to blend wine, play golf, dance the night away, or visit an art gallery. With 1,400 miles of lightly traveled secondary roads and a growing system of off-road bike trails, Sonoma County appeals to a dedicated cyclist attacking mountain passes or a weekend rider eager to sip wine and cycle through the vines. Sonoma County is home to more than 50 regional parks and 11 state parks; they run from Gualala to Bodega Bay, and from the Pacific Ocean to Sonoma Valley.

Your perfect Sonoma County experience awaits. Start planning your trip today at www.sonomacounty.com/things-to-do