Clear Lake State Park

Category: State park

Address: 5300 Soda Bay Rd, Kelseyville, CA 95451, USA

Phone: +17072792267

Opening hours

Sunday: 7AM–10PM

Monday: 7AM–10PM

Tuesday: 7AM–10PM

Wednesday: 7AM–10PM

Thursday: 7AM–10PM

Friday: 7AM–10PM

Saturday: 7AM–10PM

Reviews

Matej Dlabal

Aug 17, 2022

nice park, incredibly dry.. not sure if because of water consumption by local walnut farmers.. maybe comes to life more in winter/spring when it isn't so dry? seemed like the park was full of dead trees

PlaneMaster1768

Aug 15, 2022

Very nice camping areas and hiking areas, but can be quite loud, especially with children running around. Still quite pleasant though.

Varsha Bhat

Apr 26, 2022

Been to the state park campgrounds, must say the place has been maintained neatly. Not sure how clean the water is for swimming purpose, but saw many folks enjoying in water. Good atmosphere, clean flush toilets , vast parking space, good trails, overall experience was good.

Laurel Myers

Apr 24, 2022

Beautiful park and weather for some light hiking/day use. Checked out the Dorn Nature Trail, the boardwalk along Kelsey Slough and Indian Nature Trail. Lots of wildlife - birds, tons of turtles sunning themselves in the slough and wildflowers. Read other views about the lake smelling, but this was not the case during our visit.

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Questions & Answers

How is clear lake park

diamond fun and family vlogs | Aug 29, 2018
Ryan Lewelling Winford | Aug 29, 2018

This is the only public camping on Clear Lake. Three camping areas, most with some form of shade. Swim beach has great views and very refreshing. Short hikes, boat launch, nice group area, clean restrooms. Open year round - did someone mention the summer heat?

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Is there any or all camp sites open

Ira Shaw | Aug 28, 2021
Roger Carrier | Aug 7, 2022

Showers?

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Are dog allowed?

mike burt | Aug 28, 2020
V T | Aug 28, 2020

Yes on leashes. Great views and nice trails.

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Are there any hiking trails

Guillermo Murillo | Aug 28, 2020
Brandi Jonez | Aug 28, 2020

Not along the lake but there are hiking trails with beautiful views go check it out

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Cost for shower?

Mike Rummel | Aug 7, 2022
Marcus Brown | Aug 7, 2022

Two Tokens per Dollar At The Token Dispenser

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Are dogs allowed?

Elisa Seits | Oct 2, 2021
Susan Lucatorto | Oct 2, 2021

Dogs allowed on leashes in campgrounds and roads. Not on dirt trails. I walk my dog there almost every day. Very enjoyable.

Are campfires okay?

Dane Mechlin | Aug 28, 2021
Dolly Jeff | Aug 28, 2021

Yes and you can't leave it smoldering has to be completely out before you leave campsite

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Is there first come first serve tent camping this weekend?

Marianne Meliora | Aug 28, 2021
David Boils | Aug 28, 2021

It is if there open spots available, but your best bet is to make a reservation on state parks website or find a private camp ground out there.

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What is the closest campsite to bathrooms

Jessica Conroy | Aug 28, 2020
Gregory Thomas | Aug 28, 2020

When you make your reservation online, the map will show your site in relation to the bathrooms and allow to be closer or further depending on your preference.

What animals are there ? Bears ?I mostly not intrested to ran onto one or mama and her Cubs! Deadly afraid of them !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Candy Feagin | Aug 28, 2020
Charles Williams | Aug 28, 2020

Deers are the only ones we saw , fishing was nice, people walking their dogs, it was very nice there.

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Is there power hookups in the cabins?

A Gron | Aug 28, 2020
valerie parker | Aug 28, 2020

I've seen them in the bathrooms... It's a great place - enjoy! :)

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What campsites are recomendable at clearlake

Maria Salinas | Aug 28, 2020
JD Perry | Aug 28, 2020

Depends on what you like and when you are there. Sometimes the lower sites (kelsey creek) will be partially flooded... Sometimes in the middle of lower people will walk through your campsite instead of around to get to restroom. Middle of the week you may have the upper campground completely to yourself. Some of the upper views are phenomenal. Also more wildlife in the upper, deer, etc.

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Is the swimming pool opened for public or just for campers ?

WENDY Ho | Aug 29, 2019
Mike Keesee | Aug 29, 2019

Far as i know it doesn't have a pool .

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Hello. I will be driving from Turlock to launch a boat and I was wondering what the best launch would be and how much is it for the day?

Josh Snow | Aug 29, 2019
Dawn Montgomery | Aug 29, 2019

It's $8 for the day. But Lakeport library park and redbud park in Clearlake are free. All nice.

Do we reserve a day use for Mother's day or is it lst come lst serve? What is the price for day use? Thank you, Laurie ann

Laurie Ann Martin | Aug 29, 2019
Jorge Lopez | Aug 29, 2019

Hi Laurie, You need to make reservations weeks or even months ahead of time. Depending on the campsite, pricing varies!

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How is the water at clear lake? Last I heard it wasent so good.

Joni Corey | Aug 29, 2019
Drew Romo | Aug 29, 2019

The water is great around this time cause the algae is going away cause of the cold weather

Is this park open in November/December? What is the weather like historically

Kristina Lawrence | Aug 29, 2019
Randal Lane | Aug 29, 2019

It is open, but they will be doing water main work in the park during the October and November months. Check the State Parks website for specific dates. Often cold and wet, but can be dry. High chance of Extreme Fire Hazard Conditions. The Cabins are super cute!

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RV full hook up ? Clear lake state park

Barbara Brown | Aug 29, 2018
Tricia Johnston | Aug 29, 2018

No dry camping.. They have showers and Bathrooms.. They also have a dumping stations

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Are there tenting spots available

Jim casey | Aug 29, 2018
Antonio Strong | Aug 29, 2018

Yes, call ahead

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Is the Visitor Center open on weekends?

Suzanne Lee | Aug 29, 2018
Martin Gunn | Aug 29, 2018

It wasn't open this past weekend (4/21-22). I believe it opens Memorial day weekend.

Is the level of the lake up to capacity?

Kirk Gray | Aug 29, 2018
Paul Glendinning | Aug 29, 2018

It was in 2016. All good now. Well down from flood stage.

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What are the campsites closer to shoreline?

Morena M. | Aug 29, 2018
Paul Glendinning | Aug 29, 2018

The Group Campsites are along a boggy creek, Kelsey Slough. Pretty, but not the lake. Look at the campground map. You'll see sites 58-60 and 62-65 in the Kelsey Creek Campground, right on the water. 3 or 4 have their own beach access. Across the bridge at site#58 is a larger beach for everyone. But the swimming/picnic in day use area is the largest & best access for swimming, kayaking and innertubing.

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What are the camping spots like and how much?

zeke wheel | Aug 29, 2018
Paul Glendinning | Aug 29, 2018

Zeke, the spots are nice, plenty with shade trees and a number of beach access sites (try sites #58, 65 and 66). Between 57 & 58 is a little footbridge. Explore it and see what awaits you there! ReserveCalifornia lists the current pricing at $30 for campsites and $60 for cabins and offers handicapped discounts. We prefer May June months for greenest foliage and highest water levels. Nature walks offer outstanding bird sightings! Good Luck!

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Is there a Clear Lake brochure, not just the park, but the area including history, golf, lake activities? How do I get one?

Louise DeDera | Aug 29, 2018
kay klipp | Aug 29, 2018

Yes an u can Google it

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Is that park open today and do we have to pay to get in?

Jazzmin Gonzales | Aug 29, 2018
farha zerin | Aug 29, 2018

For parking, you have to pay.

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Rv sites for 35ft with 2 slides?

Joyce Kirschnek | Aug 29, 2018
Molly Patton | Aug 29, 2018

Yes there is space for that. Some spaces are tighter than others but you should fit.

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