Mount Konocti

Mount Konocti is a volcanic mountain in Lake County with five distinct peaks that form the second highest elevation in the Clear Lake Volcanic Field. The mountain is covered with old orchards and forests that create different layers of vegetation.

The last volcanic eruption happened around 11,000 years ago, roughly when the first Pomo and Wappo groups arrived in the region. This ancient activity shaped the mountain's structure and the landscape we see today.

The name Konocti comes from the Pomo language and refers to a mountain woman, showing how indigenous peoples connected this place to their stories and beliefs.

The Wright Peak Summit Trail takes you through old orchards and forests to overlook points where you can see Clear Lake and the Sacramento Valley. The path works best in dry weather, as rain and moisture can make it slippery.

Local stories tell of an underground cave system supposedly discovered in 1818 that holds a lake with blind fish living inside it. No one has yet been able to find or confirm the exact location of this system.

Location: California

GPS coordinates: 38.97460,-122.76746

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:48