The Necessities

Health and Safety

Immediate Emergency: 911

Sheriff’s Department: (707) 263 – 2690 - Lakeport

Hospital:

  • Sutter Lakeside Hospital - 5176 Hill Rd E, Lakeport

  • Adventist Health - 275 Hospital Dr, Ukiah

Animal Hospital:

  • Mendocino Animal Hospital - 290 E Gobbi St, Ukiah

  • Wasson Memorial - 3083 Hwy 175, Lakeport

Pharmacy:

  • North Lake Pharmacy (small business) – Lakeport

  • Costco - Ukiah

CVS: 949 Eleventh St, Lakeport

Must Haves

Convenience & beer on tap: Blue Lakes Country Market (small business) - Blue Lakes, HWY 20 & Irvine

Gas/Propane:

  • Chevron Gas Station – Upper Lake

  • Pomo Pumps (support the local Pomo tribe) - Nice

Ice: Chevron Gas Station – Upper Lake

Coffee:

  • Double D’s (small business) - Upper Lake

  • Dunkin - Upper Lake

Groceries: 

  • Sentry Market – Nice

  • Safeway - Lakeport

Hardware: Ace, Mendo Mill – Ukiah or Lakeport

Camping/Sports: 

  • Pacific Outfitters - Ukiah

  • Big 5 - Ukiah

Department Stores: 

  • Wal-Mart – Ukiah

  • Costco - Ukiah

Local Fun

Even in Paradise, you’re not so far from town.

Nearby towns/cities:

Upper Lake (6 minute drive) Tiny Town

Nice (12 minute drive) Small Town

Lakeport (15 minute drive) Small City / Large Town

Ukiah (20 minute drive) City

Boating Options

Blue Lakes is a no wake zone, and does not allow two stroke engines on the water.

Our launch area is suitable for small lightweight fishing boats, canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, inflatables, and pedal boats.

Boat/Kayak Rentals: 

  • The Lodge - Blue Lakes, HWY 20

  • Disney’s Boat Rentals – Lakeport

Launching:

If you have a power boat and feel the need for speed, that's no problem! Blue Lakes Village RV Park is a short 20-minute drive in either direction from two of Northern California's larger recreational lakes:

  • Lake Mendocino - Entrance w/launch and large beach, HWY 20 on the way to Ukiah

  • Clear Lake - Entrance w/launch, Library Park in Lakeport

Get outside… Way out.

Hiking Trails 

  • Glen Eden Trail – Scott’s Valley

  • Rodman Slough – Nice

  • Mt. Konocti Volcano – 45min drive (worth it!)

Riding

  • Cow Mountain - Multiple entrances

  • Middle Creek Campground - Upper Lake

Eat well, drink well, then come back and sleep well.

Local Restaurant Favorites: 

  • Judy’s Junction (Diner) – Upper Lake

  • Blue Wing (American Food & Bar) - Upper Lake

  • Upper Lake Grocery (Deli Sandwiches) - Upper Lake

  • Romi’s (BBQ & Brew) - Nice

  • La Fiesta Market (Mexican) - Lakeport

  • Asian Dragon (Chinese) – Lakeport

  • Thai Bistro (Thai) - Lakeport

Local Drinks:

  • Ukiah Brewing Company – Ukiah

  • Boathouse Bar & Grill - Nice

  • Mc. Carty’s (Dive) - Redwood Valley

Wine Tasting:

  • Olof Cellars – Lakeport

  • Ceago Vinegarden - Nice

  • Barra of Mendocino - Redwood Valley

Safe Rides:

  • Uber is available in the area

  • Anytime Rides: 707-245-9575

Parks Packed with Activities

Parks w/Playgrounds 

  • Upper Lake Park – Upper Lake

  • Xabatin Park (lakeside) - Lakeport

  • Library Park - Lakeport

Parks w/Dog Areas 

  • Westside Community Park – Lakeport

  • Upper Lake Park – Upper Lake

Skate Park, Basketball Court, Ninja Course, and more: Xabatin Park - Lakeport

Enjoy a Night on the Town.

Movie Theatre and Drive-in: Cinema 5 - Lakeport

Fast Food: Lakeport or Ukiah

Arcade & Gaming Lounge: Next Level Gaming - Ukiah

Axe Throwing: The Thirsty Axe - Ukiah

Mini Golf + Escape Room + Beer House: T-Up McCormicks - Ukiah

Casinos: 

  • Running Creek – Upper Lake

  • Robinson Rancheria – Nice

  • Coyote Valley - Redwood Valley

Do a little shopping.

Historic Downtown Main Street Lakeport

Antique/Thrift Stores Main Street Lakeport

Boutiques & Unique Shops Downtown Ukiah

Good Times at Blue Lakes Village

Fun in the sun.

Enjoy many of the amenities at your fingertips at Blue Lakes Village.

  • Relax and enjoy the sunshine on our private beach.

  • Swim or catch some fish in beautiful Upper Blue Lake.

  • Jump and make a splash in the lake from our private dock.

  • Take awesome photos and hop on our park WIFI to share them with your loved ones.

Are you bringing a furry friend along for the ride?

Play frisbee or volleyball while your pups run around in our private fenced-in dog park.

Reconnect with nature.

  • Birdwatch to see doves, eagles, hawks, owls, and maybe even a great blue heron.

  • Take it easy in your spot under the tree canopy; listen to music or read a good book.

  • Stargaze at night to see plenty of shooting stars and constellations.

  • Catch the sunset on a kayak, paddleboard, or river float.

Try something new.

Hike or bike Blue Lakes Road across the highway and take in the country views.