Cloverdale Sitting near the intersection where Sonoma and Mendocino Counties meet, Cloverdale is surrounded by dozens of excellent wineries. The wine-rich Alexander Valley also provides opportunities for great recreational and cultural activities, including boating, biking, hiking, and historic sightseeing. Don't miss the fun festivals, too!	Cotati About 8 miles south of Santa Rosa and an hour north of San Francisco, Cotati is a quiet residential town that offers visitors good music, fun festivals, tasty wines, and lots of friendly faces. Cotati is a great place to stop for shopping, a quick bite for lunch, and to enjoy some peace and quiet among the rolling hills.	Healdsburg Conveniently located along Highway 101, Healdsburg is surrounded by dozens of the finest wineries in northern Sonoma County. Enjoy a wine tasting tour, choose a hiking trail along the picturesque Russian River, or indulge in a little antique shopping. Healdsburg boasts something fun for all ages!
Petaluma A pretty town whose downtown area is on the National Register of Historic Places, Petaluma is a delightful stop on your tour of Northern California's wine country. Offering a wide variety of outdoor recreational activities as well as museums and arts attractions, Petaluma is just a short drive from San Francisco and an enjoyable place to spend a day or two.	Santa Rosa Much more than just a growing metropolis and the county seat of Sonoma County, Santa Rosa provides guests with quaint accommodations, excellent eateries, a bevy of leisure activities, beautiful parks, enticing museums, regional theater, concert venues, and some of Northern California's most revered award-winning wineries.	Rohnert Park A highly desirable suburb of San Francisco located in the Telecom Valley, Rohnert Park is a family-oriented city that makes for an attractive tourist destination. Guests can enjoy hiking or biking in local parks, watersports in nearby Cloverdale River, and a wide variety of arts offerings from concerts to cutting-edge theater.
Sebastopol The West County town of Sebastopol has a long history of agricultural excellence, first as an apple growing town and now as the gateway to one of California's premiere winemaking regions. Visitors to Sebastopol can enjoy a wealth of arts-related activities, plenty of outdoor fun, and some of Sonoma County's most well-attended annual festivals.	Sonoma The centerpiece of Sonoma County and a town of great historical significance, the city of Sonoma exudes the essence of days-gone-by. Full of historic structures from California's mission days as well as parks, museums, and arts venues, Sonoma is a great place to make a stop while exploring the vast wine country of the Sonoma Valley.	Windsor The town of Windsor, in Northern Sonoma, is the fourth largest city in the county. It's home to a quaint town green where all the locals gather for fun and festivities, it boasts a fine regional park, several art galleries, and is within close proximity of dozens of award-winning Sonoma County wineries.
Bodega Bay The coastal town of Bodega Bay is one of Sonoma County's most picturesque spots. This little fishing village boasts friendly locals who make their living from the sea, plenty of pretty beaches, hiking trails, and a bevy of fun shops and art galleries. Definitely worth a stop!	Boyes Hot Springs The town of Boyes Hot Springs has been offering curative mineral waters to visitors for more than a century. In addition, guests to this Sonoma Valley town can also take advantage of its close proximity to Sonoma County wineries and excellent state parks that provide lots of outdoor recreation.	Camp Meeker Camp Meeker, once a logging camp, is a favorite summer retreat for city dwellers. Private homes in the woods provide lots of peach and quiet and the nearby Russian River allows for some fun water-based activities.
Cazadero Surrounded by beautiful redwoods, the Russian River Valley town of Cazadero is the ideal stop for nature lovers and those who enjoy viewing local flora and fauna.	Duncans Mills The old lumber and railroad town of Duncans Mills, in the Russian River Valley, is rich in history. Restored in the 1970s after years of abandonment, the town offers easy access to the river and all its activities, as well as several state parks and dozens of Sonoma County wineries.	El Verano The 1-square-mile town of El Verano offers easy access to a plethora of Sonoma Valley attractions and wineries, including the waters of both San Pablo Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
Eldridge The small Sonoma County town of Eldridge is big on beauty and recreation. Enjoy exploring nearby parks, hot springs, and - of course - wineries.	Forestville The town of Forestville, in Sonoma County's Russian River Valley, is a mecca for outdoor lovers. Amidst redwoods and vineyards, vacationers can boat, fish, hike, bike, bird watch, and enjoy breathtaking scenery while visiting this friendly little town that's just a short drive from San Francisco yet worlds away.	Freestone Freestone, in the Russian River Valley, is a charming and picturesque town that provides visitors with a wealth of activities, from visiting the day spa to taste-testing in the area's excellent wineries.
Fulton The Central Sonoma town of Fulton sits on Highway 101 between the larger cities of Santa Rosa and Healdsburg. Fulton is close to some of Sonoma County's best wineries and surrounded by several state parks, offering a variety of recreational activities. Nearby towns also provide an opportunity to enjoy performing and visual arts.	Geyserville Conveniently located near beautiful Lake Sonoma and in the midst of the Alexander Valley, Geyserville provides visitors with both fun outdoor recreation and the chance to experience many of Northern California's fine vintages.	Glen Ellen Glen Ellen, in the Sonoma Valley, is home to a number of regional and state parks, providing visitors with both history and outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Don't forget to visit the local wineries, too.
Graton Popular with artists and craftsmen, the Russian River Valley town of Graton boasts unique galleries and shops, outdoor recreation, and lots of friendly residents.	Guerneville Part of Sonoma County's Russian River Valley, the town of Guerneville delights visitors who are looking for a small-town atmosphere. The sights here are magnificent - from giant redwood trees and beautiful wildflower reserves to riverside beaches and picturesque vineyards. More than 7,000 acres of parkland make the Guerneville area an outdoor lover's paradise.	Jenner When it comes to picturesque water views, the Coastal Sonoma town of Jenner ranks near the top. Located at the convergence of the Russian River and Pacific Ocean, this town along Highway 1 offers watersports, land activities like hiking and biking, and even a bit of old California history.
Kenwood Just south of the county seat of Santa Rosa, the Sonoma Valley town of Kenwood is a treat for outdoor lovers as well as wine aficionados. Guests can hike or horseback ride in pristine state parks, enjoy annual festivals, and even climb to the top of a mountain to view San Francisco in the distance.	Lakeville A stop in Lakeville, in Central Sonoma County, puts visitors close to the waters of the San Pablo Bay, where they can fish, boat, or enjoy viewing birds and wildlife.	Monte Rio A small town that's big on beauty, Monte Rio is one of the Russian River Valley's most picturesque locations. Monte Rio's proximity to the river provides visitors with a myriad of watersports opportunities including fishing and boating. Just a short drive from San Francisco, it's an ideal place to escape the city.
Occidental The Russian River Valley town of Occidental exudes history and charm. Established in 1876, this town of about 1,500 offers excellent arts and cultural experiences, pretty farms and gardens, watersports, fun annual events, and access to the many fine wineries found in this region of Sonoma County.	Penngrove The small town of Penngrove is easy to reach from Highway 101 and provides the chance to enjoy a number of historic buildings, galleries, and even a nature preserve.	Rio Nido In the midst of the Russian River Valley, tiny Rio Nido is quiet and pristine and provides easy access to both wine-tasting and recreational pursuits.
Schellville The little town of Schellville is big on friendly people. Stop by the local antique aerodrome for some airplane history and a chance to meet some of Schellville's residents.	Sea Ranch The Sea Ranch development, on the magnificent Sonoma County coast, is consistently recognized for its award-winning architecture and environmentally-sensitive planning. While many choose to live here, visitors to Sonoma County can rent Sea Ranch vacation homes, providing an opportunity for a serene vacation with breathtaking views and plenty of activities, from hiking and biking to golf.	Temelec Located in the wine-rich Sonoma Valley, Temelec is a friendly small town which is close to many California historical sights and fun recreational activities.
Valley Ford The tiny town of Valley Ford, California, just 6 miles from the Pacific Coast, provides visitors with a wealth of nearby water activities including fishing, boating, and much more. A local park offers insight into a bit of Sonoma County history and provides a place to stretch your legs and enjoy a family picnic.	Vineburg Within driving distance of dozens of established and up-and-coming wineries in both Sonoma and Napa County, tiny Vineburg provides a central location for exploring the natural beauty of the Sonoma Valley.	Annapolis The Coastal Sonoma town of Annapolis is one of the northernmost towns in Sonoma County. It's close to the Pacific Ocean, near plenty of excellent wineries, and not far from the artsy town of Healdsburg.