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Clear Lake State Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,065 Google reviews · Running trail in Kelseyville, California · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Clear Lake State Park yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Forested lakefront park providing camping, boating & fishing, plus self-led & interpretative trails.
What runners say about Clear Lake State Park
“This charming park boasts not only stunning views of Clean Lake but also a gurgling stream running through it.”
“This charming park boasts not only stunning views of Clean Lake but also a gurgling stream running through it.”
We camped here in a cabin for 3 nights. We didn't know "no mattress pad" meant no mattress was included so we slept on our spare clothes on the bed board which meant we didn't really sleep much. The park and lake is amazing, a really beautiful place.
This charming park boasts not only stunning views of Clean Lake but also a gurgling stream running through it. A well-designed walking path runs along the water, offering breathtaking views along the way. I loved it and look forward to visiting again.
Nice little park with picnic tables and clean restrooms. There are some trails but we did just a short one because it was too warm. The water had a lot of green algae but some people were swimming regardless.
Its a nice state park with nice campsites. There are three sections of campsites, all at different elevations. The campsites are not as far away from each other as I would prefer, so don't expect a sense of seclusion in the summer when its busy.
Trail conditions & character
“This charming park boasts not only stunning views of Clean Lake but also a gurgling stream running through it.”
“I recommend running the hot water in the restrooms before getting in the shower or you'll spend the first minute waiting for it to warm up.”
“no one picks up dog poop 💩💩😭 even though dogs aren't allowed on beach”
Plan your run at Clear Lake State Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteparks.ca.gov
- Phone+1 707-279-2267
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