About Geyserville


Geyserville is an unincorporated town located in Sonoma County’s Alexander Valley on Highway 101 just 74 miles north of San Francisco. The town has always been a tourist destination, though for reasons that have varied dramatically since its founding in the mid-1800s. Geyserville was originally the gateway for “The Geysers,” a nearby area filled with geothermal activity. They came to enjoy the soothing properties of the hot springs, as well as to admire the area’s fumaroles and steam vents. The town was made even more popular by the arrival of the San Francisco and North Pacific Railroad in the 1870s.

Modern day tourism in Geyserville is vastly different than that of the 19th century. The Geysers is no longer a site of health spas; it is now a massive complex of geothermal power plants that can produce enough electricity to support 1.1 million people. Tourists now come to Geyserville to enjoy the world famous wines of the Alexander Valley and Dry Creek. Dozens of wineries are located within minutes of the town, and can be reached by either car or bicycle. It proximity to Lake Sonoma also makes Geyserville a great base from which to enjoy nearby Lake Sonoma.



Geyserville Facts


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.

Geyserville was formerly known as Clairville. The Geysers Resort Hotel was developed in 1852 and hosted famous guests that included Theodore Roosevelt, Ulysses S Grant and Mark Twain. Geyserville was built to support the tourists coming to experience “The Geysers,” which is now the largest complex of geothermal power plants in the world.

Location / Terrain:

The Geyserville terrain is characterized by coastal foothills, Lake Sonoma, wineries and fumaroles.

Population: 862


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Geyserville Zip Code:

95441

Geyserville Elevation:

213 feet

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Geyserville will be most enjoyed by wine lovers and outdoor enthusiasts drawn to the wealth of nearby wineries and easy access to Lake Sonoma.

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Geyserville California Information

The unincorporated Alexander Valley town of Geyserville is located 74 miles north of San Francisco on Route 128 just off Highway 101.

Guests arrive here in hopes of tasting the wonderful wines of the prolific Alexander Valley and nearby Dry Creek. Many of these wineries are located within minutes of Geyserville's quaint downtown area. Visit them by car or take a bike tour of wine country.

But wine isn't the only attraction here. The town is close to expansive Lake Sonoma where you can enjoy such Geyserville activities as fishing, canoeing, kayaking, biking, hiking, or horseback riding. For those who enjoy gaming, Geyserville boasts its very own casino.

Geyserville lodging consists of Victorian inns as well as more modern accommodations. Geyserville restaurants include a few ethnic eateries and a handful of cafes or places to grab a quick bite.


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