With California’s cleanest air, America’s oldest lake, and the friendliest folks on Earth, we’re California’s best-kept secret. The best part? We’re just a short drive away! Whether you take the scenic route or the quickest way here, we’re ready to show you want make us Clearly Different.
From San Francisco, Marin & Alameda Counties
If you prefer scenic mountain roads: Take Highway 101 north. At Hopland take Highway 175 for 19 miles to Lakeport.
If you prefer less twists and turns: Stay on Highway 101 past Highway 175. Shortly after Ukiah, take Highway 20 east.
Drive Time: 2 to 2.5 hours
From Alameda, Contra Costa & Napa Counties
Take Highway 29 through Napa Valley and up into Middletown. From there you can take any number of routes to head toward the communities surrounding Clear Lake:
Drive Time: 1 to 1.5 hours
From the Sacramento Valley
Go north on Interstate 5 until you reach Highway 20 in Williams. Take Highway 20 West until you hit Lake County. Travel north towards Lucerne, Nice or Upper Lake, or south for Clearleake, Lower Lake or Middletown.
Yeehaw!!! Summer is rodeo season in Lake County, California, as this much anticipated annual event returns to the Lake County Fairgrounds this Friday, July 10 & Saturday, July 11!
Grab your boots, Stetson and get ready to cheer for these riders plus see who will be crowned Rodeo Royalty 2026 as this year’s court of young women vie for the coveted crown!
2026 marks the @lakecorodeo 96th year of competition for these talented cowboys & cowgirls—complete with all the thrills & spills. And you won’t wanna miss the popular youngin’s “mutton bustin’” throw down! 🐑
Fairground Gates open at 5 pm with events starting at 6:30 pm. Tickets are $20 at the gate. 491 Martin Street, Lakeport 🤠
Do you love a family summer camping trip? Lake County, California has some fabulous options for those who love the great outdoors.
First up is Clear Lake State Park— a full service camping destination outside Kelseyville, California, with tons of great amenities! Many campsites have mature trees with shade, and beautiful views of the surrounding woodlands and lake. They can accommodate tents, RVs and they even have small (air-conditioned, and heated) cabins for rent.
There’s a marina for launching boats and kayaks, a visitor center complete with natural history museum (and Junior Ranger program on weekends), great picnic areas, plenty of well-maintained hiking trails to explore, and a beach for swimming and sunning!
Visit the link in our bio to learn more and book your camp spot this summer!
Unplug. Find your lake groove. Soak up some sunshine. Take in the views. Relaxed or active, we’re ready to match your vibe this summer in Lake County, California.
Video courtesy of @figandoakguesthouse; one of our region’s premiere vacation rentals on Clear Lake!
We hope y’all enjoyed this very special 250th birthday celebration for our country here in Lake County, California— and took in one of the fabulous professional firework shows around Clear Lake this weekend with family and friends.
Check out these highlights from last nights’s City of Lakeport spectacular show that lighted up the night sky, thrilling people of all ages 🎆💖🙌
Kicking off 4th of July Saturday at the Cars & Coffee event held by Kelseyville’s @ladyluckgarage the first Saturday of every month from 8am-11am.
This community gathering has been growing like wildfire as classic car and automobile enthusiasts far and wide find their way to Lake County, California to Chuck & Lynn’s garage to share their appreciation and camaraderie. Complementary coffee from @studebakerscoffee and donuts served!
You’ll find Lady Luck Garage at 4010 Main Street Kelseyville Ca 95451, where all wheels are welcome!
TONIGHT! Friday, July 3, kickoff Fourth of July weekend at the Kelseyville Artisan Market, happening on Main St., Kelseyville from 5 PM to 9 PM. The Pyrophoria Fire Troupe is returning once again to wow crowds with live fire dancers!
Stroll the artisan vendors, listen to live music by Bill VanDerWall and grab delicious food while enjoying a summer evening in downtown Kelseyville.
Then head off to one of tonight’s firework shows at Lakeport Speedway 2025, and Clear Lake Oaks!
There’s so much fun in store this holiday weekend in Lake County, California!
