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Clear Lake State Park, Kelseyville, CA

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Sports & Outdoors

Clear Lake State Park

A state park on the shore of a large freshwater lake in California wine country, known for swimming, boating, fishing and wildlife viewing.

Kelseyville, CA

About Clear Lake State Park

Clear Lake State Park sits on the shore of a large freshwater lake in northern California. Visitors come for swimming, boating, fishing, water-skiing and watching birds, since the park is a nesting area for waterfowl. Hiking options include a short self-guided trail that covers a former Pomo village site, a longer guided interpretive trail, and an accessible trail along Kelsey Slough. A visitor center displays the area's natural and cultural history and includes an aquarium of local fish. The park offers four campgrounds, a group camp, a swim beach and eight rental cabins.

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