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Exploring the Casinos of Sonoma and Sonoma County

Posted on January 19, 2023 by Allen Brown

Sonoma, if you’re not already familiar with it, is a city and county (Sonoma County) in California. The county itself is a mere 30 miles north of San Francisco and boasts more than 425 wineries.  Sonama, naturally, is one of the main cities in California’s wine country and is in the center of the Sonama Valley AVA, which has played a major role in California’s wine history.

As you might correctly deduct from the above, wine is one of the things for which Sonoma is most famous. Sonoma County also boasts meadows, mountains, fields, rivers, valleys and more, which make it amazing for hiking, and 55 miles of Pacific coastline. While in Sonoma, you might decide to spend some time in one of the casinos. Below is a look at why you should plan when you visit a casino at some of the casinos in Sonoma and the surrounding area.

Why plan? 

Some casinos are easy to get to. Others aren’t. When planning to visit a casino, you must decide which one will suit your itinerary. How far are you willing to travel to one? 

Some of the casinos are also resorts, which means there’s lot to do, so you’ll have to decide what activities to do, what you want to see, how long you plan to spend at the tables and more. That includes how much you want to spend, as you’ll have to manage your bankroll for playing casino games.

Of course, it’s always a good idea to practice before stepping into a casino. One way to do this is to head to the casinos online. Lots of them offer free casino slot games for fun. These are an excellent way to learn how to play different casino games or, if you already know how, to brush up on your skills. Then you can feel more confident when you sit down at the casino tables in land-based establishments.

Which casinos to visit

While staying in Sonoma, there are several casinos you can visit. Here are some of the main ones:

River Rock Casino

River Rock Casino, out in Geyserville, prides itself on making players feel right at home. There you can play variations of poker and blackjack, and the casino runs its own exclusive version of roulette called River Rock Roulette. If you’d rather play slots, you can choose from more than 1,000, or if you fancy a touch of the VIP treatment, you can head to the High Limit room, where there are up to 60 of the casino’s most popular slots. To find out more about River rock Casino’s visit their website here.

Graton Resort and Casino

Graton Resort and Casino is one of Sonoma County’s newest gaming destinations and offers guests valet parking and five-stories of parking. Fans of table games will love it, as there are more than 100 tables, and lovers of slots will also be in their element, thanks to the selection of more than 3,000 slots. There’s a special poker room, in which sit 20 tables for poker gaming. 

Check out Graton Resort and Casino’s website to find out more: https://www.gratonresortcasino.com/

Parkwest Casino

You’ll find Parkwest Casino in Petaluma, and if you visit the casino’s website, it appears the casino has set out to raise the standard of casino gaming even higher. At the casino, you can play variations of poker, of blackjack, and baccarat. 

Feeling hungry but on a winning streak? You don’t have to get up from the tables. You can order food from the casino menu and have the staff bring it to you at the table. The menu is available from 7 am right through to 2 am. 

You’ll be able to find more information on Parkwest Casino’s website: https://parkwestcasinosonoma.com/ 

Napa Valley Casino

Napa Valley Casino is nearby but takes you out of Sonoma and into American Canyon, which is roughly 30 minutes away by car and is situated in the southern Napa Valley. This casino and cardroom prides itself on its welcoming vibe as a small, local establishment and is open around the clock. Poker is its specialty, but you can also play blackjack or baccarat. The establishment also gives you lots of freedom in the amounts you wish to bet.

Check out their website to find out more about Napa Valley Casino: https://napavalleycasino.com/

Twin Pine Casino and Hotel

Like Napa Valley Casino, Twin Pine Casino and Hotel will also take you out of Sonoma, but it’s worth the journey of approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. This casino in Middletown, in Lake County, is open around the clock, and offers blackjack, variations of poker, and other games. If you’re wishing to stay at the resort, the hotel has more than 59 different rooms. If you really want to treat yourself, book yourself one of its three luxury suites, which features a Roman tub and spacious living room and dining room area. 

To find out more about Twin Pine Casino and Hotel visit their website here: https://www.twinpine.com/

You might visit Sonoma or the wider Sonoma County for the wineries and vineyards, but while there, you can also enjoy the fine casino experience available. Sipping some of the finest wines by day and relaxing with some casino games by night is a highly enjoyable way to get the best out of your time in Sonoma and in California.

 




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