We have been going to Blue Lakes for around 10 years. We were very disappointed this stay. The…read morestaff was edgy and unfriendly. The grounds were rundown. The staff stated when we got there that they couldn't wait to get out of there to go home, meaning Texas. Since the captain left the pool is closed. The management was using a mole poison on the lawn where pets and people lounge.Our towel was stained and the floor under the bed unswept.Barbara could use a lesson in customer service. The lake was absolutely beautiful as usual.

This is a very nice property. We have visited to rent boats and enjoy day use many times each…read moresummer. But, new management has been installed and our last visit was a nightmare. We reserved a boat and arrived at the designated time. The boat we were given, we found had an almost dead battery. I called the office from the lake and the manager told us to just click the breaker switch. So doing this we limped a little farther up the lake and then the battery died altogether. I once again called and the manager said she didn't know if she had a boat to retrieve us, but she would call back in 5 minutes. After 15 minutes we hailed another boat from the resort and asked them to tow us in. They said they also had been given a boat with a dead battery but were able to get back in and switch boats . When we got back to the dock I saw the manager and asked for a refund. She flatly refused and had her employees remove us from the property. I was with my 10 year old grandson and my 82 year old disabled husband. We were set to at least use the beach for the day, but no. Now day passes are no longer a part of boat rental . So she had her employees, who were red with embarrassment, pick up our belongings and usher us out the gate. This was such a change from the way the resort was run under the owners. I heartily advise avoiding this business until new management is installed. It's a shame really because we visited several times each summer with family and friends. We won't be back unless we hear things have changed for the better.

going to fuller camp ground was the best idea ever. This is a family camp ground only 16 dollars…read moreper night.Family friendly, hiking, fishing and a good card game at the camp site, then the camp fire stories and finding stick for roasting marshmellows. they have a boat launch for only 5 dollars per launch. water like glass and clean. even the kids said this camping trip was the best and they did not have cell phone service ---

I hope you don't find this lake/campground, or at least don't have the cojones to get there. Great…read moreplace to unplug.

What a bunch of BS! $75 a night for a group site & only 1…read morevehicle is included for this site and each additional vehicle is $15 a night...

Good camping reservoir for kayaking…read more The camp sites are kind of hot in the summer because of the scarcity of shade trees. Bringing your own shade structures is recommended. A picnic table is located at each campsite. There are portable potties at the campsite. There are a limited number vault toilets, also. The reservoir has a lot of wildlife in the vicinity. This includes a lot of bird life, fish, and a herd of elk.

I don't want to give up any local secret spots but you need to know that whether you choose to…read moreswim. fish, or boat on Lake Mendesino it's gonna be a win for you. The water is clean and the water temperature is great. I'm just a local and aak that you respect it so that it can stay clean for several years to come. There's also a lot of wildlife out here. It's all great beautiful and amazing.

Lake Mendocino offers something for everyone: Swimming, hiking, wildlife, cycling, boating,…read morecamping, RV spaces, and even new friendships if you play your cards right! If you plan on camping, Lake Mendocino offers a safe and family-friendly campground environment with kind park rangers to answer questions if needed. Be sure to bring the entire family's bicycles for hours and hours of fun! Good to know: When camping next to large groups, expect to hear music, laughter, and good times being had late into the evening hours.

Peaceful and quiet creek for paddle boarding or kayaking or family picnics. My wife and I enjoyed…read moreour day there while passing through Cloverdale. The road to the creek was sketchy in certain areas but nothing that can't be driven.

We were able to visit during the week, and we were one of maybe 3 other families. So quiet and no…read moreone there compared to weekends! I like that they have a swimming "area" roped off. Sadly the bathroom was probably the grossest experience. I am not sure how hard it is to get up there and keep those bathrooms clean, but it seriously needed a pressure washer and a lot of bleach. No TP either. We did find a bench that was in the water. I wish people would respect our lakes, but I guess you can't get that from all humans. Later in the day the blasting of music started. Super rude, we left. Probably the same people that drug the bench into the lake... Earlier in the day during the week is the best time to go if you can swing it.

Came for a hiking outing, so not for fishing nor kayaking. Though on the lake itself, there were…read moreplenty of those activities. So this place is off the beaten path. It is tucked into the hills east of the Napa Valley. The country roads to get here are narrow and windy. Though a little tough to get to, what you will get in return is lack of crowds and serenity. Did a 5 mile loop here, which started with a climb up a hill through an oak lined trail. It climbs for about 25-30 minutes, and most parts are quite shady, so quite nice. Most of the views are just of the neighboring canyon landscape. You also may run into a few cows here and there. You also may run into pockets of bugs flying in clusters. This doesn't really *bug* me, but just FYI. On the descend is where you will run into the lake. The remaining part of the hike will now be flat, out in the sun but literally lake side. The blue from the sky and lake mirror off each other. A cool breeze often bounces off the lake to ease you from all the sun bathing you will be exposed to. But if you take out your earbuds for a while and just listen to the natural sounds here, (highly recommended), it will sedate you into a meditative state. This lake is so quiet, that you can hear the voices from the people on the boats, hundreds of yards away. It's crazy. So lots of bikes on this trail as well, especially this flat, lakeside part. So keep on the right side and be mindful on what's behind you at all times. And even though out in the cuts, you're still really only about 20 minutes away from restaurants/wineries of the Napa Valley.

As a local, this is one of my favorite places to spend time outdoors. If you follow the road all…read morethe way until it dead ends you can park and follow the trail around the lake, or you can go up into the trails that veer off of the main trial up into the hill. These paths are dog friendly which is a huge plus, and the trails are great for mountain bike riding! We've also kayaked as well and have come across fresh water otters that are so curious and love to follow your kayak. The absolute BEST time to come visit is in the spring when the grass is so green and all of the flowers are blooming. The water is usually very calm and there is a ton of wildlife to just sit and watch. It's one of the most scenic places in the valley, and it's so close to downtown St. Helena so after you can always go get lunch! Whether you're visiting or live in the valley, visit this gem!

Walked into the store to pay for my day pass and the lady sitting at the counter was a blessing and…read morevery kind. Had a bad start to my kayak day because I ended up at an another area before hand that went poorly due to bad human interactions. Googled this spot because it was close and it was an absolute blast. Definitely a 10/10 experience and will be recommending to friends and family!!

Just a beautiful location with great views in Sonoma. A nice respite from wine tasting where you…read morecan do a quick hike, get out on the water, or just admire the amazing views. Bring a picnic lunch or just relax.

Love this Place - Great Opportunity to fish, water ski, swim, and enjoy family time. My friends and…read moreI had a blast renting a speed boat and waterskiing. The price is reasonable and a great escape on a hot summer day. The boat launch and parking is only $5.00!!! WOW - Double WoW!!

Checked a few trails at Lake Sonoma on a warm Sat 3/22/14. The Visitor Center & Fish Hatchery are…read moreMust do! But if you have more time you can do some hiking on trails around the lake. We planned to have lunch at the Overlook, but the parking lot had a barracade, supposedly lack of funding so they closed it off - boo. We then drove to Skaggs Springs Vista where there was one picnic table, no bathrooms, where we had lunch with a view of Lake Sonoma. After we finished lunch we started on the Laughing Springs Trail which is ticky, then turned Right on the South Lake Trail which we continued onwards to the Overlook parking lot & then onwards to the Overlook which has an Awesome Two-Deck Overlook. Best is the top one with a good map of the area, the bottom deck is just ok - not as good. Then we hiked back, when we got back to the junction of S. Lake Trail we continued on it to finish the loop. It's longer & way more steep. You can see a Primitive Campground which I read most boat-in so not a quiet camping area. Continued onwards was long, hot, & steep trail. I would like to go back one day to do more hiking, but the 2hr drive makes it a bit hard. Maybe if the regular campsites are nice I might go since Seniors w/ Pass only pay Half Price!

There is no denying this is a beautiful lake, my only issue is the drive up is brutal (unless you…read morehave a 4x4), we almost didn't make it. Would love to visit again but would rent a 4wd SUV next time!

I have been here 3 times and I am going to be straight with you. The road is hard to go up. It gets…read morevery narrow at times and is rough from the 5 to the lake. That section alone will take you 1.5-2 hours. The last 5-6 miles are unpaved and combo with the narrow roads, with a small vehicle it can be difficult and most importantly nerve racking to navigate. It is not for the faint of heart. One guy who came in on an off road vehicle said to me "I can't believe you made it here" and another person I talked to on my last day said her mother freaked out so bad they were trying to find an alternate way home. There is a lake (obviously) and you can catch small bass. A man we talked to said there is trout earlier in the year when it is colder. There are no running toilets or showers so outhouse only. The yellow jackets are NO JOKE. I woke up the first morning and thought they were swarming my tent but no - they were swarming our table. I would say easily 30 yellow jackets at all times around our table until sunset and if I wanted to cook anything with meat, I'd just give up because the second I opened it, 30 bees would be all over it. Lastly, the spots are first come first serve and there are not many of them