Lakeport sits along the western shore of Clear Lake at 1,355 feet elevation in Lake County, California. This area has hot, dry summers with temperatures regularly reaching the high 90s and mild winters with occasional rainfall. Clear Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake entirely within California, offers 100 miles of shoreline where campers can enjoy fishing, boating, and swimming in summer months.
What to do
Fishing at Clear Lake: Anglers visit Lakeport for bass fishing year-round. At The Aurora RV Park & Marina, guests appreciate the lake access. "You can fish right from your camp spot if you get a spot right on the water," notes Tamera J., who also mentions the property offers "fire pits and BBQs."
Paddling experiences: Borrow kayaks and canoes from campgrounds to explore Clear Lake. "They offer FREE canoe/paddle boating," writes Melissa C. about The Aurora RV Park & Marina. Another visitor highlights "a beautiful public BBQ sitting area right next to the private beach. You can use the canoes, kayaks, or paddle boat all free of charge and they provide life jackets."
Day trips to wine country: Lakeport serves as a good base camp for exploring nearby wine regions. When staying at Thousand Trails Russian River, Bambi K. points out, "This was a Great location in Sonoma county... you're not far from San Francisco or Napa."
What campers like
Waterfront sites: Campers value spots with direct lake or river access. At Porto Bodega Marina & RV Park, visitors appreciate the views. "We did drive-in at one of the dry camps and it had your typical fire pit (dryer wheel) and picnic table - the view was gorgeous! Right next to the dock with an awesome view of the boats and bay," reports Khang N.
Pet-friendly options: Many campgrounds around Lakeport accommodate pets. The Aurora RV Park & Marina gets good reviews for pet areas, while at Bodega Bay RV Park, campers mention "dog runs were good."
Recreational amenities: Campgrounds offer various on-site activities. At Mendocino Redwoods RV Resort, families find lots to do. "The mini golf course was a blast, as well as the RC track. There was a ton to do, and we all had a blast," writes Erika L., who also enjoyed their "premium hot tub sites, where you get your very own hot tub."
What you should know
Site spacing varies: Many RV parks have tight spacing between sites. Julie H. notes about The Aurora RV Park & Marina, "The lakeside spots are very tight together-and require backing in. If your neighbor has a slider you are wall to wall." Another camper adds, "Just be aware that you are very close to your neighbors."
Bathroom facilities: Quality of facilities varies between campgrounds. At Mirabel RV Park & Campground, guests report "the showers were awesome never ran out of hot water," while others note inconsistent conditions elsewhere.
Seasonal considerations: Summer brings hot temperatures, so shaded sites are valuable. At Mirabel RV Park & Campground, Jordan L. shares, "Tons of trees so every site has plenty of shade," making it more comfortable during hot weather.
