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RECREATION In the mid-1990's, a national magazine rated Ukiah one of the 10 best and most livable cities in the country. The city of almost 16,000 serves as the county seat of government as well as the headquarters for much of Mendocino's industry and agriculture. An attractive downtown, convention center, retail malls and surrounding wine country make Ukiah a popular destination. A variety of lodgings and restaurants add to the mix. A county airport provides facilities for private aircraft and commuter service to SFO. Recreational attractions include Lake Mendocino (five miles northeast of town) and a number of city and county parks. Wineries
Today,
Mendocino vineyards and wineries prosper, as the name
"Mendocino," and the special With new vineyard locations, different varietals, specialized viticultural techniques, a strong regional emphasis on organic grape growing, and skilled winemaking, Mendocino grapes and wine are positioned for even greater success in coming years. Mendocino County is home to some of the finest vintners in the world. Most wineries are located either on the Highway 101 corridor or Highway 128. Enjoy wine tasting and a little touring while you experience the beauty of our hills and valleys.
Golf
Golfers of all skill levels will enjoy playing Ukiah. Low handicappers will find all the challenge they could hope for. New players will find an atmosphere that is not intimidating.
Lake Mendocino
City Parks The City of Ukiah supports and maintains five public parks.The largest is Todd Grove Park located on Park Blvd. It features:
Oak Manor Park, located on Oak Manor Drive, features:
Vinewood
Park, a residential park located on Pine
and Magnolia Streets, has a small playground and picnic area. County Parks Low Gap Park is an 80-acre park located near Ukiah High School on Low Gap Road. It features:
Mill
Creek County Park is the largest park
covering nearly 400 acres east of Ukiah in the Mayacama Mountains.
There are two ponds in the narrow valley that are used exclusively
in the summer for swimming and fishing. There are also camping
facilities available. Hunting & Fishing Mendocino County is blessed with a variety of wildlife and plants. Some wildlife are considered game animals, such as deer and trout. Many other species, however, are threatened with extinction and are protected by law. Find out what's what by visiting The Department of Fish and Game's web site. You can find out when deer season begins and ends, view a map of deer range and hunt zones, or get the hunting status on public lands within deer range. They also have a great section on fishing.
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Winegrapes
were first planted in Mendocino County in the years following the
California Gold Rush, in the 1850s. Immigrant farmers, failing as
prospectors, turned to agriculture as a way of life in their new
home. Saving the flatter lands on the river plains for farming food
crops, these pioneer winegrowers planted their vineyards on the more
rugged hillsides and sun-exposed ridgetops.
qualities of its wines,
become increasingly well-known. Attention in the region has now
turned to focus upon the particular grape varieties and wine styles
that, in each particular Mendocino microclimate, can produce the
best and most distinctive wines.
Ukiah
Golf Course is nestled among the oaks in the western
part of the Ukiah Valley. The terrain of the golf course
is one of rolling hills and narrow fairways which are protected by
many trees. The greens are small, which makes approach shots
difficult and the elevated greens make chipping even more so.
With
weekend tee times always available and only about an hour north of
the congested courses in Sonoma County, Ukiah is quickly becoming a
favorite destination for golfers from all over. Come play Ukiah and
see for yourself one of Mendocino County's hidden
treasures.
Lake
Mendocino is located in the northern coast range of California
where redwood forests meet the wine country. Created by the
construction of Coyote Dam on the East Fork of the Russian River in
1958, the lake has a surface area of 1,822 acres. The dam, built and
maintained by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is 160 feet high and
3,500 feet long. The structure provides flood damage reduction,
water conservation, and hydroelectric power. The lake provides many
recreation opportunities.