Antelope Valley Wineries and Palmdale, California

The Antelope Valley is located north of Los Angeles on the eastern slope of the San Gabriel Mountains at the edge of the Mojave Desert. The valley’s long growing season of hot days and cool nights makes it an excellent region for wine production. There are two wineries in the Antelope Valley, both of which are located in the city of Lancaster. The desert city of Palmdale is just a few miles north of Lancaster, and many of the hotels in Antelope Valley are also located in Palmdale.

The Antelope Valley Winery in Lancaster collects grapes from their estate vineyards and other valley vineyards to produce reds, whites, sweet wines, and sparkling wines. This family-owned winery has been producing wine from Antelope Valley grapes since 1980.

The Cameo Ranch and Winery has a winery in Lancaster and a wine tasting room in Littlerock, located just east of Palmdale and Lancaster. The different wine labels currently available from Antelope Valley Winery and Cameo Ranch and Winery can be enjoyed in several of the restaurants and hotels in Antelope Valley.

Palmdale Lodging Options

Palmdale lodging options include hotels, motels, condos, and resorts, both in and around the city of Palmdale. Whether you’re on a wine tour of the Antelope Valley, a family vacation, or a business trip, an extended-stay hotel can accommodate your needs with studios for individuals, suites for groups, and a variety of amenities that appeal to all types of travelers.

Extended-stay hotels provide comfortable accommodations for travelers who want to feel “at home” while staying in a hotel for more than just a night or two. Some of the amenities you’ll find at an extended-stay hotel include a fully-equipped kitchen, wireless Internet, a business center, a heated outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a complimentary breakfast buffet. Additional amenities may include tennis, basketball, and other sports courts; a movie theater and other entertainment venues; and pet-friendly rooms.

In addition to lodging options, Palmdale also has a variety of activities to offer visitors to the Antelope Valley. Families can experience Six Flags Magic Mountain or the Dry Town Water Park. There are plenty of restaurants and shops in downtown Palmdale. The Littlerock Dam and Rec Area provides a great outdoor setting for boating or swimming after visiting the Cameo Ranch and Winery’s wine tasting room in Littlerock. And outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of trails and preserved natural areas just outside Palmdale and Lancaster.

Erick D. Smith is a blogger from Southern California and writes travel information based around activities and hotels in Antelope Valley. There are a variety of ways to create a fun getaway north of Los Angeles and, if need be, plenty of hotels and other Palmdale lodging options.