WEEKEND TO AND FROM LAKE COUNTY
We've put together a great sample itinerary for a relaxing three day weekend from the Bay Area to Lake County and the Tallman Hotel. It's got lots of helpful links what will give you further details about your options on this route.
48 HOURS IN LAKE COUNTRY
Once you're here, we've developed a list of things to do (including doing nothing!!!) and maps called 48 Hours. Check it out here.
If you go into the County Seat of Lakeport (15 minutes away, be sure to visit the Historical Museum in the old courthouse building and the lakeside Library Park. It's named Library Park because of the historic Carnegie Library at its center. Click here for an interesting article about the history of the Library.
Ukiah to Willits - A Short Drive
30 Minutes west of Upper Lake on Hwy 101 is the town of Ukiah. It's definitely worth a visit, especially the Grace Hudson Museum & Sun House. Located at 431 So. Main Street, this modern museum and historic home features the work of artist Grace Carpenter Hudson, Pomo Indian baskets, historic photographs and objects from the large collection of the Carpenter-Hudson family. Open Wed-Sat, 10-4:30, and noon-4:30 on Sundays. 1-707-467-2836
Further up Hwy 101 toward Willits is Ridgewood Ranch, home of the legendary racehorse Seabiscuit. It's a great place to visit, but please check for their tour schedule.
Finally, 50 minutes up Hwy 101 from Upper Lake is the town of Willits. An unforgettable experience is to ride the Skunk Train through the redwoods on a half day trip to Northspur or all the way to Fort Bragg on the coast. Please check their trip options and schedule of departures.
