10 Best Things To Do In Ukiah, California

1. City View Trail

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City View Trail is a 4.5-kilometer (2.7-mile) back trail that features a river on some parts of the path while the rest is surrounded by woodland. The trail is lightly trafficked and rated as moderate in difficulty. This makes it a great place for a relaxing hike or a jog through the woods.

Because the path is not that difficult to traverse, dogs can also explore this path with their owners. Finally, other than the wonderful sights and sounds of nature, hikers are also treated to a great view along the path.

City View Trail

Address: 842 Valley View Dr, Ukiah, CA 95482, United States

2. Low Gap Park

Low Gap Park has a storied history and has undergone so many renovations and reuses. This 80-acre (32-hectare) parcel of land started out as a lumber mill and millworkers’ quarters. The remnants of these old buildings still stand today. Sometime later, the land became a landfill, and it wasn’t until 1955 that the dumpsite was sealed off using topsoil.

After this, the land was slowly improved and eventually became the park that stands today. The park features a plethora of facilities to accommodate many visitors to the point that you’ll barely ask yourself the question of what to do in Ukiah. Some of these facilities include a group picnic area, tennis courts, a playground, a disc golf course, an archery range, and a fenced dog park.

Low Gap Park

Address: 1167 Low Gap Rd, Ukiah, CA 95482, United States

3. The Great Redwood Trail - End

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The Great Redwood Trail is more than just a 2-kilometer (3.2-mile) walking, jogging, and bicycle trail. The city of Ukiah has been using this trail to provide a safe and efficient path towards the city’s various employment centers, services, shopping areas, and residential areas. The locals also call this “the Ukiah Rail Trail” as it follows some railroad tracks.

Travelers to the city will find that this trail provides both a convenient route towards many of the city’s attractions and a place to have a relaxing walk or bike around the city.

The Great Redwood Trail - End

Address: Ukiah, CA 95482, United States

4. Anton Stadium

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Anton Stadium has a baseball court where people can do some practice games. There is also a park by the stadium where you can sit down and relax by the benches. You can even have a nice picnic at the picnic tables if the weather allows it. To make things better, you and your loved ones can have a nice walk with your dogs here.

Finally, this stadium is also close to a golf course and a swimming pool, giving you easy access to more fun activities!

Anton Stadium

Address: 558 Park Blvd, Ukiah, CA 95482, United States

Website: Anton Stadium

5. Regal Ukiah

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Regal Ukiah is a movie theater that not only boasts multiple screens but also state-of-the-art facilities that enhance a moviegoer’s viewing experience. It regularly showcases the latest films from Hollywood and even offers a pre-order service for some upcoming films. It has 4DX, IMAX, RPX, and ScreenX facilities that guarantee to make your viewing experience even better.

Complemented by the theater’s plush seating and special promos, moviegoers are in for a treat if they choose Regal Ukiah to watch their favorite movies.

Regal Ukiah

Address: 612 S State St, Ukiah, CA 95482, United States

Website: Regal Ukiah

6. Grace Hudson Museum & Sun House: a historical museum where you can learn all about Grace Hudson

This Ukiah attraction is one of the best museums in the area where you can not only learn about the artistic history of Ukiah but of the artist Grace Carpenter Hudson (1865-1931) and her husband Dr. John W. Hudson (1857-1936), famed Ukiah residents who lived in the adjacent Sun House bungalow. Grace Carptenter Hudson was an accomplished artist and her husband an ethnologist. The museum houses a collection of not only Hudson’s art, but of other contemporary and local Native American art.

The buildings themselves are something to see, especially if you like historical landmarks and the beauty of older buildings. The Sun House alone was built in 1911 and, so, is more than a century old.

Admission is only 4 USD for adults and free to all the first Friday of the month.

Grace Hudson Museum & Sun House

Address: Grace Hudson Museum, The Sun House, & The Wild Gardens, 431 South Main Street, Ukiah, CA 95482

Price: from 4 USD

Opening Hours: 10am - 4.30pm.

Contact: +1 707 467 2836

Website: Grace Hudson Museum & Sun House

7. Lake Mendocino: a beautiful hiking landmark

Lake Mendocino is a great place to go to if you want to do a mini hike and see the city. The water looks wonderful and after it rains, it is even more picturesque. At Lake Mendocino you can fish, water ski, boat, picnic, and hike all day long, as much as you desire. If you are traveling with your boat, this is a nice place to take it out for a little bit with the family.

There are also playgrounds for the kids and beaches. This is a fun place to have a good time or even to just relax for a minute. Lake Mendocino is a place you do not want to skip out on.

Lake Mendocino

Address: 1160 Lake Mendocino Dr, Ukiah, CA 95482

Price: Free

Website: Lake Mendocino

8. Nelson Family Vineyards: a great Californian winery and vineyard

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Here you can plan a wedding, indulge in some wine tasting, and take home bottles of wine. This is a fun time for a couple or with a group of friends – you can hang out here for however long you want and drink wine.

The tasting room is where you want to be at Nelson Family Vineyards – it will take your breath away. The staff are friendly and you will have so much fun tasting the different types of wine and hanging out in the tasting room. Make sure you check them out if you are 21+ and want to have a fun time in Ukiah. They have events here and you can check their website for more information.

Nelson Family Vineyards

Address: 550 Nelson Ranch Rd, Ukiah, CA 95482

Price: From 20 USD

Opening Hours: 10am - 5pm.

Contact: +1 707 462 3755

Website: Nelson Family Vineyards

9. Parducci: you can never visit too many vineyards in California

If one vineyard isn’t enough, Parducci Wine Cellars should be the next stop on your list. Here you can taste the wine, buy your own bottles and learn about their wine club, where you can get their wonderful wine delivered to your door!

If you are 21+ and can enjoy the experience of this beautiful winery and vineyard, visit the tasting room so you can learn about the company and their varietals. You get to sit, taste, and talk about all the wines and learn how they taste to you.

Parducci

Address: 501 Parducci Rd, Ukiah, CA 95482

Opening Hours: 10am - 5pm.

Price: From 20 USD

Contact: +1 800 362 9463

Website: Parducci

10. Montgomery Woods State Reserve: a hiking area where you can immerse yourself in nature and wildlife.

Step into the Montgomery Woods State Reserve for the peace and silence of its giant coast redwoods. A perfect stop for those who love hiking, the trees are extremely tall, similar to that of Sequoia National Park. The park features a 2 mile (3.2 km) looping trail and takes about one or two hours to complete.

While a bit steep at the beginning of the trail, with only a 200 foot (61 meter) elevation gain, kids and families of all ages should be able to take on this hike. Bring a picnic lunch and make use of the picnic tables. Enjoy the creek and the ferns and the marsh that lies in the center of the reserve.

You won’t regret going here and spending some time in this beautiful forest.

Montgomery Woods State Reserve

Address: 15825 Orr Springs Rd, Ukiah, CA 95482-9020

Opening Hours: 8am - 9pm.

Price: free

Contact: +1 707 937 5804

Website: Montgomery Woods State Reserve

What's next?

I challenge you to try out one of the suggestions on this list when you come to Ukiah, whether it be the State Reserve or a vineyard. These stops are all wonderful options and will make your Ukiah experience that much greater. You will not regret coming here and trying out anything on the list.

Be sure to check out the best hotels and vacation rentals if you’re still not sure where to stay.