"...we were able to fit in so much ... horseback riding on a 10 mile beach, jet skiing on Clear Lake, and an afternoon in Napa....thank you for providing such a peaceful, relaxing place" .... Kate and Joe, Boston, MA

Things to do in Lake County

Lake County Mountain Biking

Experience the freedom of Northern California. The scenery is great. Hike or bike the mountain - the newest trail in Robert Louis Stevenson State Park overlooks Calistoga and the Napa Valley. Touch and feel the great outdoors, listen to the animals, breathe the cleanest air in the State, relax with an exquisite touch massage from Greta, and then end your perfect day with a memorable meal at a local restaurant in either Calistoga or Middletown. Visit some of our unique, beautiful, award-winning wineries in a casual atmosphere without tour buses and crowds. Try wine tasting at Lake Counties' newest wineries or sample the wines from some of California's oldest vines at Langtry Estate and Vineyards.



Local Events

ww.Every Saturday at 9:00 PM The Grapevine Bar & Lounge,Twin Pine Casino, Middletown. Dance to a variety of musical styles. Friday and Saturday nights. 9:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Free Admission. The Grapevine Bar & Lounge, Twin Pine Casino & Hotel, 22223 Hwy 29. (707) 987-0197

Every Saturday at 8:15 am, Anderson Marsh Historic Park Ranch House Tour and Guided Nature Walk, Lower Lake. Bring your binoculars and enjoy a guided nature walk through Anderson Marsh's oak woodlands and grass covered hills, followed by a Ranch House Tour.  See the wonder of native flowers and plants, discover the ways Lake County trees reproduce and experience the wildlife of the marsh and Cache Creek.  This walk is not completely ADA accessible.  Meet under the big oaks in front of the Ranch House at 8:15 a.m. to spend time seeing the wildlife and birds around the ranch house complex.  Walk begins at 8:30 a.m.  Heavy rain cancels the walk but the Ranch House Museum tour will happen, rain or shine.  Anderson Marsh State Historic Park, 8825 Highway 53.  (707) 995-2658, www.https://www.andersonmarsh.org/

Every Saturday at 9 am Rodman Slough Preserve Guided Bird & Nature Walks, North Lakeport. The Lake County Land Trust hosts guided bird and nature walks at the Rodman Preserve. No dogs. Heavy rain cancels. Free admission.  6350 Westlake Road, off Highway 29, near the Nice-Lucerne Cutoff. (707) 994-2024,   (707) 928-4590, www.lakecountylandtrust.org    

8pm -11pm, Window to the Universe, Taylor Observatory, 5725 Oak Hills Lane, Kelseyville. On the third Saturday of each month, there will be a science topic presentation, a planetarium experience and astromonical viewing.  Held regardless of weather. 707.262.4121 (leave a message - it will returned within 24 hrs.  www.taylorobservatory.org   

Eyes of the Wild Wildlife and Scenic Pontoon Boat Tours

Napa Valley and Lake County Links



Lake County is home to Clear Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake in California and one of the oldest lakes on the continent, and Mount Konocti, an ancient volcano that recently opened to offer one of the newest day hikes in the state. Visit Lake County to enjoy the state's cleanest air, pectacular scenic beauty, and unsurpassed recreation — hiking, biking, wine tasting, paddling, fishing, birding, golfing, off-road adventures, and even rockhounding.

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Outdoor Activities

Air Adventures

Balloons Above the Valley offers flights above the Napa Valley, with champagne brunches.

Bicycling

Getaway Adventures offers wine country bicycle tours

Calistoga Bikeshop rents quality bikes and gear, as well as Wine Touring Bikes with pick-up service.

Fishing 

Smith's Trout Farm, (707)987-3651 has rainbow trout raised in cold mountain water.  Fishing for the whole family.  No license.  No limit.  Bait and poles available.

Ranches

Alpaca Acres Ranch is a full-service,family-operated ranch offering sales, business plan consultation,alpaca-related products in their Ranch Store, and great customer support.

Owen Ranch   Treat yourself to a visit for a relaxing trail ride.  First timers or experienced riders, Owen Ranch has a horse waiting for you. We also offer lessons for adults - beginning to advanced. 707.355.0121

  

Water Activities

Cache Creek Whitewater Adventure takes you through the wild country where tule elk roam the canyons and bald eagles soar.
Disney's Water Sports Boat and Jet Ski Rentals

Restaurants

Middletown

Buddah Thai Kitchen (707)987-8276 ...has impressed everyone with their authentic, fresh and plentiful food.

La Parilla Mexican Grill, (707)987-4663...we are talking about great Mexican food! Just try their Mole!!

Mt. St. Helena Brewing Co  a microbrewery which also features a full service restaurant, serving lunch and dinner.

Rosales Market, (707) 987-9416, good, authentic Mexican food. Great salsa!

Perry's Deli (707)987-2416 Great sandwiches, soups and salads. Eat there or take it with you.

Su Garden (707)809-8212, Good Chinese food served by all native staff.  Veggie Deluxe is my favorite.

Calistoga



The Calistoga Inn  Most of  my birthday celebrations are here 



Kelseyville



The Saw Shop boasts the best of San Francisco chefs who have been a mainstay on the Lake.

Spas, Hot Springs and Massage



Middletown



Massage at the Oasis is available by reservation.

Harbin Hot Springs is a world renowned massage training center which offers a wide range of services and is just 10 minutes from the Oasis.



Calistoga



Cedar Street/Lincoln Ave/Golden Haven Spas spa treatments and couples mud baths and massages.

Indian Springs Resort and Spa has a comprehensive offering of services with an  excellent staff and the natural volcanic ash used in their mudbaths.

Dr. Wilkinson's Spa is one of the oldest and best known of all the
spas.



Wineries



Brassfield Winery is in the serene hillsides high above picturesque Clear Lake. The Winery is not yet open to the public, but private tastings can be arranged. An amazingly beautiful Estate winery. If you want to see something off the beaten track that will open a door to another world, this is it.

Gregory Graham Winery   His hands-on approach to winemaking, complemented by 25 years of experience, is giving consumers fresh, structured, fruit-forward vintages that are reflective of a high quality winegrape growing region.

Hawk and Horse Vineyards is a small family-owned and operated ranch and vineyard estate located in the Red Hills AVA of Northern California. They take great pride in our farming practices which incorporate both organic and biodynamic methods as well as being DEMETER BIODYNAMIC and CCOF Organic certified. Their wines are hand crafted in very small lots. Make reservations for a tour.

Langtry Farms just 10 minutes from the Oasis, celebrating the restored home of Lily Langtry along with its award-sinning selection of wines. 

Mt Konocti Winery Dating back to 1926, MKG specialize in wines made from pears.

Shannon Ridge Natural Grass-fed lamb as well as award winning wines.

Six Sigma Ranch, Vineyards and Winery Kaj and Else Ahlmann will be happy to give you not only a tasting but a tour of their 4300 acre vineyard, cattle ranch and nature preserve. They recently released their 2007 Rosé ..."Rosé is more than a fun summer wine. Served just below room-temperature it is a "serious" wine that pairs well with Fall dishes." Call 888 571 1721 for an appointment at this spectacular winery and vineyard.

Steele Wines also has a sweet little tasting room in Kelseyville with a very knowledgeable staff.

Tours of Lake County Wine Tasting Rooms are presented by Eleven Roses Ranch

Venge Vineyards is a hidden jewel in the pristine northern end of the Napa Valley, close to Calistoga.