Overview
Clearlake is a city in Lake County inland in the North Coast region of California. It is located at the southern end of Clear Lake, which is more than 1.5 million years old.
4 things to do · 4 places to eat · 3 places to stay
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Best things about Clearlake
Clear Lake State Park
A beautiful park on the largest natural lake entirely within California where you can fish, swim, boat, hike, and learn. The gift shop is a world in itself it has many taxidermy animals live fish teach the children about…
Mount Konocti
Mount Konocti is a beautiful and majestic sight. There are many resorts on the lake available, you can take a boat ride and enjoy a better view of the wonderful landscape.
Anderson Marsh State Historic Park
Historical information about California's native Pomo people and ranching. Good for hiking and bird watching, especially waders and other birds that like the wetlands. Stroll along the easy Cache Creek Nature Trail. Boat…
Seaplane Splash-in
In September is a large gathering of seaplanes including floatplanes, flying boats, and other amphibious vehicles.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Mar–Nov. Summer highs reach about 86°F; winter lows dip to about 38°F. Wettest: Dec and Jan. (climate data from nearby Sonoma)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- STS Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport, Santa Rosa — 33 mi away. Directions
- SMF Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento — 59 mi away (major hub). Directions
Lake Transit offers service from several nearby towns, including Calistoga, where you can make connections from the Bay Area, and Ukiah, where you can make connections from Mendocino.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Clear Lake State Park, Mount Konocti
- Lunch Main Street Bar and Grill
- Afternoon Anderson Marsh State Historic Park, Seaplane Splash-in
- Dinner Trejo's Diner
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Get in
By bus
Lake Transit offers service from several nearby towns, including Calistoga, where you can make connections from the Bay Area, and Ukiah, where you can make connections from Mendocino.
Do
Do Seaplane Splash-in
In September is a large gathering of seaplanes including floatplanes, flying boats, and other amphibious vehicles.
Do Clear Lake State Park
A beautiful park on the largest natural lake entirely within California where you can fish, swim, boat, hike, and learn. The gift shop is a world in itself it has many taxidermy animals live fish teach the children about animals. The park has many trails to walk along that are very beautiful.
Do Mount Konocti
Mount Konocti is a beautiful and majestic sight. There are many resorts on the lake available, you can take a boat ride and enjoy a better view of the wonderful landscape.
Do Anderson Marsh State Historic Park
Historical information about California's native Pomo people and ranching. Good for hiking and bird watching, especially waders and other birds that like the wetlands. Stroll along the easy Cache Creek Nature Trail. Boating is easiest during summer and fall, when the water levels are lower; even then, less-experienced boaters should stay far away from the dam. (Kayaks and canoes can be rented from Clear Lake Campground on the other side of Cache Creek.) Picnic tables and one faucet with drinking water. Wheelchair-accessible portable toilet, if the path isn't too muddy. This wildlife preserve is not a dog-friendly location.
Eat
Eat Aromas
Some of the best food for a college culinary class. It has awesome food and good prices.
Eat Trejo's Diner
American food with a few other things thrown in (e.g. chilaquiles).
Eat Main Street Bar and Grill
A wonderful place to eat. The service is excellent and the food is yummy. The club sandwich is a favorite.
Eat The Happy Garden Chinese
The prices are reasonable and the food is first rate!
Sleep
Nearby
Kelseyville
City / town · 3 listings · 12 mi away
Middletown
City / town · 4 listings · 14 mi away
Lakeport
City / town · 5 listings · 17 mi away
Geyserville
City / town · 4 listings · 23 mi away
Cloverdale
City / town · 12 listings · 24 mi away
Calistoga
City / town · 38 listings · 26 mi away
Healdsburg
City / town · 38 listings · 27 mi away
Williams
City / town · 5 listings · 29 mi away
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