CLEAR LAKE
Clear Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake entirely within California, with 68 square miles of surface area.
The expansive, warm water of Clear Lake makes it ideal for recreation, including swimming, water skiing, sailing, and boating. Its scenic beauty and abundant wildlife - combined with the cleanest air in California - make Clear Lake an excellent place to slow down, enjoy nature, and just plain relax.
Wine County’s fastest-growing region
Quality grapes, visionary winemakers, and high elevation terroir makes Lake County one of California's premier viticultural regions. With 35-plus wineries and almost 9,000 acres planted in wine grapes, the area is reclaiming its Pre- Prohibition reputation. Northern California’s wine country has been a staple for spring breakers for as long as we can remember. We’re proud to say that Lake County is officially the fastest-growing region in wine country! No surprise there. It’s the sumptuous sips, with wines made from grapes grown in the unique volcanic soil of nearby Mt. Konocti. It’s the world-class wineries, including our prize winners at the 2024 San Francisco Chronicle’s Wine Competition.
It’s the spellbinding sights and vast, verdant vistas, which pair well with any wine, whether you prefer chardonnay or cabernet, Sauvignon blanc or red blend. Most of all, it’s the culture. Friendly folks who love celebrating wine, but love celebrating each other even more.
No wonder we’re chosen by sophisticated sommeliers and Joe Schmoes—we make every person who crosses our county line feel welcome. Because you are.
Mother Nature’s 1,300 sq. mi. Playground
As much as we love to sip, we’re also the kind of folks who can’t sit still for too long. What can we say? We’re complicated.
If you’re the same, put a little zing in your spring and visit our 1,300 square mile amusement park!
Unlike some other amusement parks, ours have zero lines, wide-open spaces, nobody in costumes trying to sell you something, and best of all, they won’t cost you a second mortgage.
Strike a bass (or try to) at Clear Lake, the Bass Capital of the West, whose whimsical waters are also home to blue heron or one of our many avian neighbors. Though really, the entire county has “gone to the birds.” Literally.
Spot a bald eagle or tule elk at the Cache Creek Wilderness Area.
Bring your bike, or borrow one of ours, for a ride around Boggs Mountain State Forest.
Summit the 10,000-year old Mt. Konocti, Lake County’s oldest resident, which at 4,300 feet and change rewards your relaxing day hike with absolutely breathtaking views.
Or just do as the locals do and live the lake life, (hey, Lake County is literally our name), whether that’s boating, swimming, kayaking, or simply do nothing at all.
Lake County Chamber of Commerce (lakecochamber.com)