Kelseyville, Census-designated place in Lake County, California, United States.
Kelseyville sits at the base of Mount Konocti in Northern California's wine region at roughly 1,400 feet elevation. The community spreads across a compact area near Clear Lake, surrounded by farm fields and vineyards.
The town took its name from settlers Andrew and Benjamin Kelsey, who arrived in the 1860s and built their lives here. The land was previously granted to Salvador Vallejo as part of a Mexican land grant.
Indigenous Pomo and Wappo peoples shaped the region for centuries before settlers arrived, leaving their mark on the land through place names and local traditions. Their connection to the creeks and mountain still echoes in how locals understand their surroundings.
The town is easy to walk through and offers easy access to hiking and outdoor activities throughout the surrounding region. Its proximity to Clear Lake and regional trails makes it a good base for day trips and exploration.
During Prohibition in the 1920s, farmers here planted pear orchards on a large scale, earning the town the nickname 'Peartown'. Those fruit groves still dot the landscape today alongside modern vineyards.
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