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    4.8 (13 reviews)
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    Wally S.

    Awesome bass trip with Carl Keller. Big numbers and big fish. Carl had everything I needed including the honey holes. Made for a fun action packed day including my personal best 9.79 pound largemouth! Highly recommend Carl if you are anywhere near clear lake during your travels. Definitely lived up to its reputation as a top three bass lake in the country.

    Erin S.

    I highly recommend Carl as a bass guide! He's highly experienced and will show you a great time.

    Thank you Carl for an unforgettable trip. He was patient, prepared and knowledgeable. We caught a lot of bass and crappie and Carl was more than willing to teach beginner bass fishermen a variety of methods, such as Carolina rigs in beds and topwater frog fishing. Overall a great day on the water with plenty of laughs, would 100% recommend!

    There were four of us. All adults. It was absolutely perfect. We cought so many fish. The biggest one was 5 lb. But all were so big!!!! Carl had so much knowledge. He was so helpful. We will definitely do it again. Highly recommend!!!!

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    Picked up on many new tips and techniques, and Carl taught me to adequately pitch a spinning to a small target.

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    Redbud Park - The bench I was chilling at. (July 2023)

    Redbud Park

    4.0(4 reviews)
    28.0 km

    Trunk-or-Treat at Redbud Park -- Halloween 2025…read more Joyce and her crew threw a perfect hometown Halloween. Fog rollin disco lights at the Spooky Police Station, DJ pumpin the hippest pugz -- peepz bouncin around grinnin wide Costumes everywhere -- Flintstone Toddlers Purple-hat Witches Wild Mad Hattahs even ah SCARY WereWolf bigger than his car. Kids gigglin parents laughin candy flyin Ah Rainbow of Tiara Princesses -- yellow, purple, blue, white -- twirlin through the Lahkz Shparkle like lil Lanterns of joy }:) Cee and I showed up as a low-key Devil with Trident -- handed out pieces to many buckets. Nacho Supreme Lady shared extra cheese and pizza compliments -- good souls, music, fog -- ghoulish ambience Big thanks to Joyce, the Library folks, and Everyone who made this Golden Konokti Mtn-sky-lined Lahk eve Shparkle Ah Stellar Boo!!!

    Plenty of parking and some shaded areas as well. Can't speak for the fishing. Was also mobbed by a…read moregroup of ducks at ~05h30, they started walking right up to my car as I was pulling into a spot. Remember folks, don't feed the wildlife. I was concerned I might accidentally run over a duck when I left. Very cute regardless, especially hearing the pitter patter of duck feet hustling across the pavement. Additionally, I was treated to a couple of roosters singing their customary morning greeting. Sorry, no pictures of the roosters or ducks, I was still waking up and I was concerned when the ducks fearlessly approached my vehicle. Perhaps, next time?

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    Boat launches (July 2023)

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    Blue Fish Cove Resort - #8 Bedroom

    Blue Fish Cove Resort

    3.6(48 reviews)
    19.6 km

    This place gave me and  my family the worst treatment ever. We rented all their cottages, hoping to…read morehave a great family experience. One member of our family got there a day before the rest. She felt as though we was tricked from the pictures. She was told no refunds. My aunt was so disgusted she nearly got back on the plane and flew home. The place from the outside had spider webs and dirt all over the place. Its seriously needs to be pressure hosed from the outside all over. This is only where the problems start. In my beach house cottage the power and stove went out. They stated its a DFI switch or something like that, nevertheless after having a "employee who can fix it." They couldn't find her, she went home. So I had to wait to finish cooking. After about 2 hours they magically came back on. This seems as though its been a ongoing problem from the way they made it sound. Another one of my aunts had to wait for her unit to be painted 3 hours past check it. Yes I said painted! Who paints a unit same day of check in? Well later I find out they had a squatter who wouldn't leave dying there. the place smelled so bad they had to paint it to remove the smell. They wouldve been better off not renting the unit till it was complete. My aunt had to try and sleep there with paint fumes and she has asthma. Lastly mother and I was hanging out till midnight. When it was time for her to goto bed, she discovers her unit flooded from the AC. Her Bedding was soaked. They did come and mop it up and give new bedding. They literally gave the new bedding to my mom. My mother is handicap, the guy claims he has never maid a bed before. My mother could've slipped or gotten electrocuted, the offered no help. Here is the worst part they offered a $50 discount for the trouble. Moral of the story is NEVER got there. They need new owners and management that gives a dam.

    The bungalows at Blue Fish Cove resort are decorated in a kitschy campy style. I stayed in the…read morefisherman's shack, which includes a kitchenette furnished with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a small coffee maker. Sans concierge, the Bluefish Cove is a comfortable hideaway for those outdoorsy types who truly like to play outside. A private pier with small slips are available for guests to dock their fishing row boats, and at the end of it sits a small boat house with a wood burning stove and some comfy seats. A convenient landing spot indeed...a quiet spot to enjoy a bottle of wine and listen to the crackle of the fireplace after a long day of sublime laziness. Blue Fish Cove is a simple no-frills kinda place located "off the grid" for those of y'all who don't want to be bothered... and it's a hop skip and jump away from Sac and SF. The customer service here is excellent. The owners, namely Ms Judy, was very kind , extremely accommodating, and they're pet and family friendly.

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    Best place for sunrise and sunset!

    Blue Fish Cove Resort - At night with moon Blue Fish Cove Resort

    At night with moon Blue Fish Cove Resort

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    Clear Lake - The not so clear lake xD 07/03/22

    Clear Lake

    3.0(11 reviews)
    25.2 km

    Spent my bday fishing Clearlake for the 1st time. Two days of fishing did not disappoint. The…read morecatfish here are massive. It may not be the best place for swimming due to the algae blooms but I give it an A + for fishing . If you find the right spot you will have tons of fun with the family

    My 1000th review was a very hard decision but yet easy one as well. I would have never known about…read moreClearlake if it wasn't for the dude. With much honor Clearlake holds a special place in my heart as the Dudes grandparents settled here about 60 to 70 years ago when the lake was at its peak. The dude and his family has spent so much time and memories here it holds sentimental value as the Bepa (the dudes grandpa) I knew and adore is no longer with us but the memories will always be present. To me it was a time where the American dream was possible and achievable. A war veteran dedicated his blood, sweat and tears and built the dream cabin for generations to come and enjoy. I was able to get a tiny piece of it during the 4th of July. As it was my first time visiting Clearlake and visiting the cabin and experiencing the family camping. I can see how the dudes grandparents fell in love with the community and the lake as it has a lot of festives and community activities. It was a simple time back then. No distractions of electronics just time spent with those we love. Although Clearlake has changed They have a fire work show, carnival and so much more. This hidden gem has grocery stores, parks, Native American resources, their own police department, school just like any other small community. Although the lake is no longer clear but reminder of the history that continues to stands. The dudes grandmother who is in her 90s (Mema) continues to share with me what life was like raising a family in Clearlake in the 1940s, traveling with a large family and pointing out all the changes. I enjoy every single moment as nothing ever stays the same. Her stories are like a Gold to my ears. The dude took me to where him and his grandpa Bepa taught him how to fish, set up their own camp fire and swim. So it was lovely going back to memory lane. It was a magical moment until some crazy person doing donuts and drinking crashed into a car with a little girl inside and took off! It was mad. The drunk driver ended up coming back and crashed into another car and a police chase ensued! It was a scary moment as the dude and I were just feet away but time has changed so much! But the history stands. All weekend I heard stories of how wonderful it WAS and I believe it still is. I had nothing but great time of learning how to camp, not to swim in the lake due to the elevated toxin levels but it shows that dreams can come true if you want it and it shows - as the hard work of one who didn't believe the dream was possible ...it is and is cherished by many many generations and more to come! The dude and I are hoping to come back for Labor Day to celebrate the wrapping up of summer. Continue to honor the blood, sweat and tears of Bepa as he was my grandpa too! And his wife who is now a widow carrying on the magical memories of her spouse for those who listen. I would recommend it is a lovely community and lake filled with history and stories ! We can find beauty and hope as long as you believe.

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    Clear Lake - 14 lb catfish

    14 lb catfish

    Clear Lake - The Princess Of Yelp at Clearlake 07/03/22

    The Princess Of Yelp at Clearlake 07/03/22

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    Beautiful 07/03/22

    Baldwin's Retreat - View from pool area as the sun is setting.

    Baldwin's Retreat

    3.9(8 reviews)
    20.0 km

    This was the worst vacation I have ever had. The place was nasty and when I say nasty I mean nasty…read more I have been coming to this place for 20 years and it is truly underwater now. We weren't able to check in until after 6 o'clock even with the Covid tthe manager and the owner Jody and her son Jason are crooks. She tried to blame everything that was wrong with the place on the people that are staying downstairs. It took us 15 minutes to be able to get inside after the sixth after the 6 PM check in and we had to kill flies. There were no blankets on the bed bed and we didn't get any blankets. They dropped blankets off in the carport at about 2 AM in the morning.. The pictures tell at all do not waste your money going to this property they are crooks. I will be reporting them to Lake County health department on July 20, 2020.

    I love staying here me and my Husband come here at least twice a year…read more The Owners are great! I came to clearlake last month and stayed at a different place and it was a terrible experience. Jodi was able to have the rental cleaned in a timely matter so that I can change my reservation on the same day. I should have come here in the 1st place its so peaceful. I have stayed in the Cabana as well as the Honeymooner both were great! I am coming back again soon :)

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    Baldwin's Retreat - The Cottage living room.

    The Cottage living room.

    Baldwin's Retreat - Veranda has yard area and a balcony.  The yard is same height as the upstairs.  Great view of sunrise, sunset, lake and Mt. Konocti.

    Veranda has yard area and a balcony. The yard is same height as the upstairs. Great view of sunrise, sunset, lake and Mt. Konocti.

    Baldwin's Retreat

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    Island Rv Park - From the wall

    Island Rv Park

    3.4(9 reviews)
    23.1 km

    We stayed for a week in April 2025. The pluses: the caretaker (I think?) Dean and his wife are…read moresuper nice and very welcoming and helpful. At $45 per night for a 37 ft MH it's a good deal. It is indeed right by the lake and the cays are on the opposite side. Great wildlife sightings including deer and geese and goslings !. The week we were there it was very quiet. The minuses: it's not well kept up. Weeds and overgrown grass everywhere. An otherwise nice view of the lake blocked by recycle bins and about 10 trash cans. At least one dog owner did not pick up after their pet so I picked up a fair amount of dog poop including one that sat in the concrete outside the laundry room for 3 days. The laundry room was surprisingly clean but some lowlife left a giant bag of their kitchen trash in the trash can. I don't think the park is looked after on a daily basis or this would have been picked up before I had to do it. As others have said this park is mostly occupied by older, unkempt RVs and motorhomes. Lots of trash everywhere tho maybe left by the day fishermen visiting the lake. Our outdoor space was very thorny so our dogs kept getting them stuck in their paws. Would not visit again. We would if it was maintained.

    Talk about a disgusting place. I give it 15 stars…read more The ads that you see for this are glorified! The ads do not show the trash and broken-down trailers and RV's. This place is 90% occupied by people that live here all the time and they do not take care of this place. Do not believe the pictures that you see on Rover Pass or any other RV website. WHAT A DUMP!

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    #Yelp "IslandRvPark blue belly lizard

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    Island Rv Park

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    Clear Lake Bass Guide - fishing - Updated May 2026

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