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California Wine Country Travel Information on USATravelPal.com
When traveling in northern California, the spectacular wine country of Napa, Sonoma, and Mendocino counties is not to be missed. USATravelPal.com has comprehensive information on 14 destinations in the region, including Fort Ross, Mendocino, Napa Valley, the Russian River Valley, and Sonoma Valley.
Fort Ross State Historic Park is Jenner, in the heart of the wine country, is the site of a Russian trade company from the 19th century. The park has an informative visitor center, an old chapel, and many other interesting old buildings.
Mendocino, the northernmost county in the wine country, has a beautiful steep coastline with some amazing ocean views. Mendocino has many fun old towns along its winding coast, including Mendocino Village and Elk.
Napa Valley is a world-famous wine-growing region in the heart of the wine country. Among the great wineries in the region are Clos Pesage, Mumm Napa Valley, and the Rutherford Hill Winery. Another great place to visit in the county is Calistoga, an old town famous for its hot springs and mineral spas.
The Russian River Valley is another well-known wine-growing region. Besides its many superb wineries, the valley offers some great outdoor recreation, including camping, hiking, and horseback riding. Places to go in the valley include the Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve and the towns of Guernsville and Healdsburg.
Finally, a trip to the wine country would not be complete without a visit to Sonoma Valley. This valley also offers much in the way of natural scenic beauty, including the Jack London State Historic Park and the Petrified Forest. Another fun place to visit is the Mission San Francisco Solano de Sonoma, a Spanish mission built in 1823.
