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Best Lake House Vacation Spots Near SF

Escaping the city brings a calm that’s hard to find anywhere else. If you live in the Bay Area and want an upscale retreat, a…

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10 Best Lake Vacations in the West

Some of the best vacations I’ve had didn’t involve flights, big cities, or theme parks. Just a few days by a lake, with good company,…

Clear Lake vs Tahoe for Nature Lovers

If you’d rather spot a bald eagle than hunt for a trendy café, you’re probably choosing between two famous California lakes: Clear Lake and Lake…

Best Lakes in California for Relaxing Vacations

Imagine waking up to gentle ripples on the water, a cool breeze, and the sounds of birds instead of city traffic. California is filled with…

What to Expect at a Clear Lake Retreat

Imagine the perfect blend of tranquil lakeside views and upscale comfort. That’s what you’ll find with a Clear Lake luxury retreat. Located in Northern California,…

Luxury Lakeside Retreats for Your Next Clear Lake Vacation

Some folks crave big city lights, but I’ll pick a quiet morning on the lake every time. There’s something about sipping coffee on a private…

Perfect Clear Lake Rental for Your Next Escape

There’s something almost magical about waking up beside a lake – especially when it’s Clear Lake. You slip outside, coffee in hand, and the only…

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Dog-Friendly Places Around Clear Lake

Clear Lake has a way of slowing life down. The air feels cleaner, the water stretches on forever, and there’s plenty of space for you…

How to Plan a Family Trip to Clear Lake Without Losing Your Mind

What Could Possibly Go Wrong? I’ve hosted more family groups than I can count — cousins, grandparents, toddlers, dogs. People show up with the dream:…

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Clear Lake Kayaking

There’s something different about paddling on Clear Lake. No towering hotel skyline in the background. No buzzing crowds. Just you, a calm ripple, and Mount…

Clear Lake State Park

Clear Lake State Park California

Introduction to Clear Lake State Park If you ever find yourself craving a weekend of fresh air, quiet water, and zero traffic noise, Clear Lake…

Why a Vacation Rental Beats a Hotel for Lake Getaways

There are two kinds of lake trips. The kind where you toss your bag into a clean hotel room and try to soak up nature…

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Clear Lake Wildlife You’ll Actually See

Clear Lake has a way of making the wild feel personal. You don’t have to hike deep into the forest or sit still for hours…

View of Mt. Konocti and Clear Lake with surrounding hills under a blue sky

Mt. Konocti Hike with Views over Clear Lake

Mt. Konocti just sits there quietly on the south side of Clear Lake, watching the towns below, looking a little too calm for something that…

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Clear Lake Restaurants You’ll Actually Like

Clear Lake has a way of slowing you down. Mornings stretch out, afternoons drift by, and eventually, you get hungry. And while the lake is…

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Clear Lake Resort Guide for Relaxed Getaways

Clear Lake isn’t one of those places where you just crash anywhere and call it a trip. The vibe of where you stay shapes everything.…

Hillside homes by Clear Lake

What Is It Like Living in Clearlake

Tucked into the hills of Northern California, Clearlake feels like the kind of place you weren’t sure still existed. Quiet mornings with mist rising off…

Best Places to Taste Wine Around Clear Lake

Clear Lake doesn’t show up on most wine tourists’ maps, and honestly, that’s part of the appeal. It’s not Napa. No traffic jams. No tasting…

The Largest Lakes in California

California is known for its coastlines and vineyards, but there’s far more to the landscape once you move away from the shoreline. Tucked between mountain…

Is Clear Lake a Volcano?

Well, you wouldn’t guess it just by looking. Clear Lake sits there all calm and glassy, with tree-covered hills sloping gently into the water and…