> Home > Things to Do > Farms & Gardens
Farms & Gardens
Lake County produce just tastes better. Maybe it’s the clean air and abundant sunshine, or maybe it’s the long history of agricultural production. Maybe it’s because you can visit many of the farms and meet the farmer who produces the food. Take the time and savor the flavor of Lake County – stop by a farm stand or farmers’ market today!
View or download the most recent Lake County Farm Trails Discovery Map.
View or download the most recent Lake County Farm Trails Discovery Map.
| Adobe Creek Packing Co. | |||
 |
4825 Loasa Drive/PO Box 335, Kelseyville, CA 95451 (707) 279-4204 www.adobecreekpacking.com Open July 15 to August 31, Monday through Saturday | ||
| Pears: direct sales, packing shed tours by appointment only. Boxed pears available. Directions: Hwy 29 east on Merritt Rd, north on Loasa Drive. | |||
| Barber's Country Farm | |||
 |
4680 Clark Drive, Kelseyville, CA 95451 (707) 349-2518 Open 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. every day April 15 - October Organic | ||
| In early spring, organically-grown vegetable plants including heirloom tomatoes, cucumbers, summer squash, herbs and flowers are available. In the summer, organically grown vegetables, heirloom tomatoes, herbs, squash, cucumbers, and cut flowers. Available at the farm early spring through late summer and at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers’ Market. Directions: take Gaddy Lane towards the State Park, turn on to Clark Drive and follow signs or call. | |||
| Barrett Farms | |||
 |
PO Box 151, Finley, CA 95435 (707) 263-4211 www.barrettfarms.com Organic | ||
| Certified Organic by California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF), home of Walnut Central, By Cracky It's Jackies Farm Fresh Eggs, and Clucky Plucky Poultry. Certified organic walnuts, chicken eggs, Guinea fowl eggs (seasonal), meat chickens, Guinea fowl, and pheasant. Available at Nature's Bounty in Lakeport, Darling's in Kelseyville, the San Rafael Farmers' Market, St. Helena Farmers' Market, and Napa Downtown Farmers' Market and on the menu at Meadowood Napa Valley. | |||
| Benmore Valley Ranch | |||
 |
Highway 175, Midway between Lakeport and Hopland (707) 897-5046 www.benmorevalleyranch.com |
$$-$$$$ | |
| The Benmore Valley Ranch is a pristine 800-acre mountain valley located between Lakeport and Hopland with four reservoirs for kayaking, canoeing, swimming, and fishing; trails for hiking, biking, and equestrian activities (with equestrian facilities available); and adjacent to BLM land for dirt biking. Stunning views in every direction with the eastern ridge overlooking Clear Lake and the western ridge overlooking the Russian River Valley. Lodging includes three private houses with high speed wireless internet access and phones. Abundant wildlife and spring wildflower blooms, also a working ranch. | |||
|
|
| |
 |
|||
| Buffalo Hills 95451 | |||
 |
5120 & 5133 Cole Creek Road, Kelseyville, CA 95451 (707) 279-2063 | ||
| Bring the kids to see these massive animals up close! American bison (buffalo) is a low-fat alternative to beef. Visitors are welcome anytime to see the buffalo from the road. Directions: From Hwy 29 south of Kelseyville, turn right on Bottle Rock Road; take second right onto cole Creek Road; then first left up hill to Hitchin' Post and Trading Tree; park near picnic table. | |||
| Ceago Vinegarden | |||
 |
5115 E. Highway 20 Nice, CA 95464 (707) 274-1462 www.ceago.com Tasting Room open daily Noon to 5:00 p.m., tours by appointment. Limited tasting also available at Lake County Wine Studio (LCWS). Organic and Biodynamic | ||
| Situated along two miles of lakeshore, the agricultural resort-style winery, Ceago Vinegarden, owned and operated by Jim Fetzer of the prominent winemaking family, promotes a holistic farming environment for plant and animal life. A showcase of biodynamic winemaking and agriculture, the development surrounds a Hacienda-style compound of buildings with herb gardens, grapes, kiwis, olives, walnuts, figs, lavender, a variety of seasonal plantings and winegrapes — the primary production crop — including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and Sauvignon Blanc. Domestic and wild animals wander the property, demonstrating how both animal and plant kingdoms work together in an agricultural environment. | |||
|
|
| |
| Cow Mountain Kiko Goats: Home of the Brush Busters | |||
| PO Box 51, Lakeport, CA 95451 (707) 262-1577 www.cmkikogoats.com |
|||
| The Brush Buster Goats can be rented for fuel-load reduction, habitat enhancement, and weed abatement. USDA meats also are available, as well as fresh flowers, assorted herbs, and berries. Please call for sales, goat rentals, or visits. | |||
| Dancing Tree People Organic Orchard and Garden | |||
 |
1445 Pitney Lane, Upper Lake, CA 95485 (707) 275-8892 www.dancingtreepeople.com Organic | ||
| Organic orchard and garden that embraces the ethics and principles of permaculture and organic growing. The 11-acre orchard is certified organic and has been producing walnuts for more than 50 years; organically since 2000. Organic vegetable and herb garden, greenhouse and organic starts, honey bees, solar energy, and permaculture design elements. Pygmy goats and chickens help with soil fertility, mowing, and weed control. Natural and green buildings are being constructed, including a straw and cob cottage. Workshops are offered on natural building, solar energy and permaculture techniques. | |||
|
|||
| Dusty Creek Christmas Tree Farm | |||
| 6919 Boggs Lane, Kelseyville, CA 95451 | |||
| Cut-your-own Christmas Tree Farm. Scotch pine and Douglas fir. The Farm is open the weekend after Thanksgiving through the last weekend before Christmas on weekends only. All families and their dogs are welcome; they supply the saw. Directions: Hwy 29 to Highland Springs Road, left on Bell Hill Road, Right at Boggs Lane. Follow the signs. | |||
| Eleven Roses Ranch | |||
 | |||
| Clearlake Oaks, CA 95423 (707) 998-4471 www.elevenrosesranch.com The Historic Ranch Wildflower Daytrip is a fun, unique, and entertaining outing featuring narrated mule-drawn wagon tour and chuckwagon barbecue with Dutch oven cobbler for dessert and complimentary Lake County wines. The barn houses a collection of antique wagons, buggies, and farm and ranch implements. Available in the spring only. Reservations required. Private ranch day trips are available for groups and tours by advance reservation during other times of the year.
| |||
| Elk Mountain Christmas Tree Farm | |||
 |
10228 Elk Mountain Road, Upper Lake, CA 95485 (707) 275-2075 Open the day after Thanksgiving to the weekend before Christmas. Weekdays, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.; weekends 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. | ||
| For over 20 years, families have come to Elk Mountain Christmas Tree Farm to wander through the five acres of Scotch and Monterey pines and Douglas and Noble firs looking for their perfect tree. Saws, carts, kneeling pads – even umbrellas – are provided. Tree shaker also available. | |||
| Full Moon Farms | |||
 |
2000 Smith Lane PO Box 1654 Kelseyville, CA 95451 (707) 245-5779 Organic | ||
| Fresh organic produce available at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers’ Market and at the farm by appointment. | |||
| Glo's Glee Garden | |||
 |
PO Box 743, Lower Lake, CA 95457 (707) 987-2888 Organic | ||
| Organically grown produce including tomatoes, beans, squash, pumpkins, lettuce, and more when in season; herbs and plant starts. Also sell goat’s milk soap. Available at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers’ Market; soap can be mail-ordered. | |||
| Hanson Ranch | |||
| 3360 Merritt Road, Kelseyville, CA 95451 (707) 279-4761 Open (approximately) August through November, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |||
| Produce stand, direct sales. Several varieties of Lake County pears, dried Bartlett pears and shelled Lake County walnuts. Directions: Merritt Road off Hwy 29, Kelseyville. | |||
| Hidden Valley Lake Stables | |||
| 20432 Powder Horn Road Middletown, CA 95461 (707) 987-4075 |
|||
| Riding lessons for youth and adults, English and western, competition training, guided pasture rides, summer equestrian camp for children, birthday parties. | |||
| Hrutky's Egg Ranch | |||
 |
2750 Old Hwy 53, Clearlake, CA 95422 (707) 994-2317 Open 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Tuesdays and Saturdays | ||
| Fresh eggs for sale. See chickens, egg room, chicks when brooding, as an educational experience. Directions: five miles north of Lower Lake on Hwy 53, take Olympic Drive or Old Hwy 53 (north end) exit. | |||
| Jaguar Garden Nursery | |||
| 12921 Murphy Springs Road, Lower Lake, CA 95457 (707) 995-5218 www.lakecountyfarmersfinest.org | |||
| Nursery plants, including vegetable starts, landscape shrubs, perennials, stevia and certified wine grape root stock. Grower participates in the Kelseyville Certified Farmers’ Market. Open by appointment only, 3 miles south of Lower Lake. | |||
| Kelseyville Certified Farmers' Market | |||
 |
www.lakecountyfarmersfinest.org | ||
| Lake County Farmers' Finest hosts the Kelseyville Certified Farmers' Market on Saturdays and Wednesdays, beginning the first Saturday in May to the last Saturday in October, rain or shine. Enjoy the freshest produce, artisan breads, honey, olive oils, crafts, and more. Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. – noon Steele Wines, 4350 Thomas Drive, Kelseyville, CA 95451 Wednesdays, 4:30 – 7:00 p.m. Library Park, Park Street, Lakeport, CA 55453 | |||
| Kelseyville Olive Mill | |||
 |
5625 Gaddy Lane, Kelseyville, CA 95451 (707) 279-2995 www.kelseyvillewinecompany.com Organic | ||
| Behind the CCOF-certified Kelseyville Wine Company facility, sits a 10-acre olive orchard (formerly the St. Gregory Olive Farm) where 3,000 olive trees produce the olives that are processed into organic oil at the on-site olive mill. Father Emilio, one of the Russian Orthodox monks who previously tended the olive orchard, continues to oversee production of olive oil from this orchard, as well as from other orchards, which are brought to the Kelseyville Olive Mill to be custom-crushed for its own label and other clients, many of whom are wineries. | |||
|
|||
| Lake County Walnut, Inc. | |||
| 4825 Loasa Drive/PO Box 308, Kelseyville, CA 95451 (707) 279-4204 www.lcwalnut.com | |||
| Online sales of certified organic walnuts. | |||
| Langtry Estate & Vineyards | |||
 |
21000 Butts Canyon Road Middletown, CA 95461 (707) 987-2385 www.langtryestate.com Tasting room open daily, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m | ||
| As far back as 1854, Langtry Estate & Vineyards — formerly Guenoc Estate Vineyards & Winery — has been a home to winegrapes. From 1888 to 1906, it was home to actress Lillie Langtry, who continued the grape-growing tradition of the land and whose face continues to grace the Guenoc label. In 1963, the winery was established by the Magoon family who also planted extensive vineyard acreage and were among the first in California to plant the five major red Bordeaux grape varieties. By 1981, Guenoc Valley was approved as an AVA — the first single-proprietor AVA in the country, with such spectacular views, some people travel to Guenoc just to have a look. Today, under new ownership, Langtry Estate & Vineyards continues to thrive with a Petite Sirah that has won more gold medals and best of show awards than any other Petite Sirah in the world. | |||
|
|
| |
| Larry Sloan | |||
| PO Box 1394, Lower Lake, CA 95457 (707) 995-2515 | |||
| Trail Guide Service: Larry “Owl” Sloan will trailer his horse and meet you. This cowboy/rancher knows lots of trails in the Cache Creek Wilderness area and other trails. You ride your own horse. By appointment. | |||
| Leonardis Organics | |||
 |
1010 Argonaut Road, Lakeport, CA 95451 (707) 263-4245 Organic | ||
| Certified organic (CCOF) 40-acre farm. The property boasts a 100-year old dairy barn and 60-year old walnut trees, in addition to the vegetables, flowers, and other produce such as figs and pomegranates. Call for custom-picked produce year round. Directions: From Hwy. 29, turn south onto Highland Springs Road (towards Lampson Airport), then left onto Argonaut Road. First drive on the left; at the "T" turn left. | |||
| Little Dipper Farms | |||
| 6855 Kelsey Creek Drive, Kelseyville, CA 95451 (707) 245-7005 www.littledipperfarms.com | |||
| Miniature Dairy Goats and makers of “Udder Essentials,” a handmade goat milk soap, and home of the Mt. Konocti Nigerian Dwarf Goat Show each summer. Top show, milk, and occasionally pet quality Nigerian Dwarf Goats available. Kids born February through May. Many different soap scents and products with moisturizing and soothing natural ingredients. Visits/sales by appointment only. Call for directions. | |||
| Love Farms | |||
 |
8025 Hwy 175, Kelseyville, CA 95451 (707) 349-7880 www.lovefarms.net | ||
| Hay baling and wool spinning; seasonal fruits and vegetables; fresh eggs from happy free-ranging hens. Available at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers' Market. | |||
| Morgan Valley Produce and Socora's Salsa of Lake County | |||
 |
PO Box 373, Lower Lake, CA 95457 (707) 994-5043 www.socorassalsa.com |
||
| Award-winning Socora’s Salsa of Lake County, pesticide-free fresh heirloom tomatoes, vegetables, melons, herbs, and cut flowers. Socora's Chorizo seasonning, and award-winning tomato salsas available in mild, spicy, or hot. Available at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers’ Market. | |||
|
|
|
| |
| Mt Konocti Growers | |||
 |
PO Box 365/2550 Big Valley Road, Kelseyville, CA 95451 (707) 279-4213 www.pearbubbles.com Tasting available at the Lake County Wine Studio (LCWS) | ||
| If you've ever dreamed of bottling your own wine, under your own label, but don't know how or have a place to do it, come to Mt. Konocti Growers! They have a winemaker on staff who can teach you, assist you, or complete the entire process. Bring your own grapes, or purchase grapes through them. Makers of Lady of the Lake Pear Sparkling Wine, they also offer direct sales of pears as well as personal and school tours of the packing shed; please call for arrangements. Directions: exit Thomas Drive off of Hwy 29 to Argonaut Road. Turn right onto Argonaut Road, which merges with Big Valley Road. | |||
|
|
| |
| Oak Wood Ranch | |||
 |
1320 Van Sleeper Road Upper Lake, CA 95485 (707) 489-7836 www.oakwoodranch.com | ||
|
The ultimate horse experience is waiting for you at Oak Wood Ranch, a privately owned working ranch. Enjoy breath taking views of surrounding areas including the majestic volcano, Mount Konocti. Tour the ranch with well-informed guides anxious to share their knowledge in the history and points of interest in beautiful Lake County. | |||
|
|
| |
| Oops Ranch | |||
| 4980 Konocti Road, Kelseyville, CA 95451 (707) 279-8727 Call before visiting | |||
| Farm tours and traveling petting zoo features all miniature animals - horses, donkeys, cattle, goats, sheep, rabbits, and chickens. Breeding stock and pet-quality animals usually for sale year-round. Directions: east on Konocti Road from intersection with Main Street, approximately 1 mile on left, white rail fence. House and barns in back. Please call first. | |||
| Perini Ranch | |||
 |
PO Box 297, Lower Lake, CA 95457 (707) 696-8626 www.periniranch.net | ||
| A small family farm established by Italian immigrants and has been maintained as a working farm and rustic retreat for three generations and surrounded by the vineyards of the Red Hills appellation. The 200-acre farm is set in a black oak and ponderosa pine forest and is shared with coastal blacktail deer, California quail, and a variety of birds and other small wildlife Nature walk descends along riparian habitat into Blue Oak and Grey Pine woodland. Diverse, abundant collection of birds and wildlife. Learn about Perini Hill history and find Lake County diamonds. Open by reservation. | |||
|
|
| |
| Rancho De La Fuente | |||
 |
2290 Soda Bay Road, Lakeport, CA 95453 (707) 263-3160 www.ranchweddingsevents.com Organic |
$$$-$$$$ | |
| Restored 1896 Victorian farmhouse B&B (conference/meeting room); package deal offered for overnight and special events. Produce stand and agriculture-related gifts. U-pick. Pumpkin patch, picnic/play area for children. Bird watching, nature walks, photography; tours of farm, garden, and nursery available by appointment. 5,000 sq. ft. barn event center. Reasonable rates. Horses, dogs, and cats welcome. Directions: Hwy 29 to Soda Bay Road, 8/10 mile east of turnoff to Konocti Vista Casino. | |||
|
|
| |
 |
|||
| Renker Farms | |||
 |
PO Box 102/2297 Argonaut Road, Kelseyville, CA 95451 (707) 279-4409 | ||
| Produce stand, direct sales. Fruits, vegetables, flowers, some agriculture-related gifts and crafts available. Fall corn maze. Open: June 15–November 30, 9 am–6 pm, daily. Directions: ¼ mile east of Steele Wines, east on Argonaut Road, off Hwy 29. | |||
| Seely's Farm Stand | |||
 |
80 E. Highway 20, Upper Lake, CA 95485 (707) 275-0525 Open daily 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. from Memorial Day - November Business office: 2230 Argonaut Road, Lakeport, CA 95453 (707) 279-4388 | ||
|
Produce stand with direct sales of pears, apples, peaches, walnuts, wide variety of tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, melons (honeydew, galia, cantaloupe, 3 kinds of watermelon), summer squash, cucumbers, okra, peppers, onions, herbs, greens, grapes (concord, red flame, Thompson seedless), winter squash, pumpkins and decorative gourds, and flowers. Additional produce offered from other local growers. Locally produced items include salsa, honey, jams and jellies, eggs, goat cheeses. Don't miss the new u-pick herb and flower cutting garden. | |||
| Sky Hoyt Specialty Grower | |||
 |
2650 Waldo Lane, Lakeport, CA 95453 (707) 279-0859 | ||
| Seasonal vegetables, strawberries, figs, sorbet, value-added food products, and rare fig plants. Direct Sales; reasonable prices. Mail order on request. Available at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers’ Market on Saturdays, Mendocino County Farmers' Market on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and at Harvest Market in Ft. Bragg. Open by appointment only; call for directions. | |||
| Socora's Salsa of Lake County | |||
 |
PO Box 373, Lower Lake, CA 95457 (707) 994-5043, 877-SOCORAS www.socorassalsa.com |
||
| Our award-winning salsa (fist place at the California State Fair), tomato salsas are available online and at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers’ Market, Seely's Farm Stand, Tulip Hill Winery, Lower Lake Coffee Shop, and Lake Marina Deli in Clearlake Oaks. | |||
| Steele Wines, Inc. | |||
 |
4350 Thomas Drive Kelseyville, CA 95451 (707) 279-9475 www.steelewines.com Tasting room open 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Tours by appointment. | ||
| Jed Steele, founding winemaker of Kendall-Jackson, established Steele and Shooting Star Wines in 1991, co-leasing a small winery until the summer of 1996 when he purchased and opened the old Konocti Winery between Lakeport and Kelseyville. In 2002, Jed and his son Quincy Steele, began a small project which became the new label named Writer’s Block, which has blossomed into an acclaimed line of wines. Steele Wines also produces small quantities of single-vineyard Chardonnays, five single-vineyard Pinot Noirs, three single-vineyard Zinfandels, Pinot Gris, Viognier, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Late Harvest Chardonnay. All three labels have won numerous awards. | |||
|
|
| |
| Suchan Valadez Farm & Nursery | |||
 |
PO Box 304/100005 Elk Mountain Road, Upper Lake, CA 95485 (707) 275-2461 www.suchannursery.com |
||
| Paradox hybrid walnut seedlings available. Educational information offered; everything you need to know about walnuts. Hours of operation 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call for directions and to make an appointment. | |||
| The Villa Barone | |||
 |
21825 Jerusalem Grade Road, Middletown, CA, 95461 | ||
|
|
| |
|
|||
| Tulip Hill Winery & Vineyards | |||
 |
4900 Bartlett Springs Road Nice, CA 95464 (707) 274-9373 www.tuliphillwinery.com Tasting room open daily, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Winery tours Saturdays at 1:30 p.m. | ||
| Home to 30,000 tulips imported annually from Holland in gorgeous gardens that surround the winery, Tulip Hill Winery is as colorful as its wine list. The winery is home to the annual Festival of Tulips – a day of winetasting, gourmet hors d’oeuvres from local purveyors, live music, and winery demonstrations. With 50 years of California farming experience, the Brown family opened Tulip Hill Winery and surrounded it with the same colorful tulips he’d planted at his Tulip Hill Pope Valley Vineyard in Napa. Tulip Hill also has a tasting room in Rancho Mirage, near Palms Springs, California. | |||
|
|
| |
| Wildhurst Vineyards | |||
 |
3855 Main Street Kelseyville, CA 95451 (800) 595-WINE (9463) (707) 279-4302 www.wildhurst.com Tasting room open daily, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | ||
| Wildhurst Vineyards began in 1966 when fifth-generation pear grower Myron Holdenried planted a former pear orchard with 30 acres of Zinfandel grapes. In the years since, Wildhurst’s handcrafted wines have consistently won top awards and high ratings.Winemaker Mark Burch’s commitment to produce hand-crafted fruit-focused wines that showcase the quality of the Lake County winegrape growing region is evident in his signature wine – Sauvignon Blanc – and in the winery’s other award-winning varietals including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, and Zinfandel. A friendly tasting room is located in the restored Odd Fellows Hall in downtown Kelseyville. | |||
|
|
| |
| Yerba Santa Dairy | |||
 |
PO Box 1048/6400 Scotts Valley Road, Lakeport, CA 95453 (707) 263- 8131 www.cuesa.org | ||
| Award-winning cheese hand-made from fresh goat's milk without preservatives or additives using vegetarian rennet, high-quality cultures, and organic herbs. Alpine, Swiss Saanen, and La Mancha goats are free range and never administered antibiotics, hormones, or steroids and they are working toward organic certification by growing their own organic grasses, hay, and alfalfa. Cheese available at the Kelseyville Certified Farmers’ Market and the Ferry Plaza Farmers' Market in San Francisco on Saturdays. Visits/tours by appointment only. Directions: 7 ½ miles out Scotts Valley Rd from 11th Street exit off Hwy 29. From Blue Lakes, right on Scotts Valley Road for 3 ½ miles; on the left. | |||
The Official Tourism Site for Lake County, California © Lake County Marketing and Economic Development Program. All rights reserved. | FOR VISITOR INFORMATION, please call 1-800-LAKESIDE.
For questions or problems with this website, email us