Ukiah Facts
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Rolling hills with lakes and wineries nearby.Population:
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95482Ukiah Elevation:
639 feet
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Nearby Towns:
Hopland (14 miles)
Willits (28 miles)
Boonville (24 miles)
Upcoming Events In Ukiah
Yoga And Raw Food Retreat (Raw Bay Area Retreat)
The Comedy Of Errors By William Shakespeare
Cyrano De Bergerac
Mike Ehlers
Robert Herrera
Fabulous Flashback Car Show And Poker Run
Redwood Region Logging Conference
Mendocino Monster Century Bicycle Ride
Afrofunk Experience
Sundays In The Park Free Concert Series
UK Dub Reggae Legend Mad Professor Feat. Lady Marga & Joe Ariwa
Ukiah Brewing Compnay - Open Mike
Yo Mamas Big Fat Booty Band
A Streetcar Named Desire
FREE Spay & Neuter
Hillside Fire
Los Diablos De Amor
The 808 Band
Spay & Neuter Assistance
Ukiah's Annual Events
Fabulous Flashback Car Show
Redwood Empire Fair
Top Picks for Ukiah
Grace Hudson Museum and Sun House
Held-Poage Memorial Home & Library
Pomo Visitors Center
Frisbee Golf at Low Gap Park
Lake Mendocino
Cow Mountain OHV Recreation Area
Greater Ukiah Chamber of Commerce
Specials near Ukiah
Sunday Special $99.00 Any Room at Wharf Master's Inn
Two Night Special at Wharf Master's Inn
Complimentary Tour Of The B Bryan Preserve at Lodging At The B Bryan Preserve
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About Ukiah
The largest city in Mendocino County, Ukiah is located in the easternmost portion of the county, known as the Ukiah Valley. Ukiah is the seat of local government for the county and is in the center of the Russian River Valley, an area known as one of California's premiere up-and-coming wine-producing regions.
Many come to Mendocino County is search of small towns and quaint B&Bs, but Ukiah shouldn't be overlooked, even though it's physically the largest city in this lovely county. Ukiah itself is quite an attractive town, located on Highway 101, just a short two-hour drive from busy San Francisco and an hour's drive to the coast and towns like artsy Mendocino.
A typical small city, Ukiah provides the essentials that many other Mendocino County towns can't, yet it retains a small-town atmosphere, indicative of its pretty buildings, abundant greenery, and friendly citizens. As a matter of fact, Ukiah was recently ranked the #1 best small town to live in within California, and the sixth best place to live in the United States by author Norman Crompton in his book '101 Best Small Towns in America.'
Agriculture is the largest industry in this town, which got its start in 1856 when its first settler built a cabin in the middle of town. Thanks to the nearby lumber industry of long-ago, the town continued to prosper through the 1800s, and by the turn of the century, as steam trains headed into Ukiah, land prices were soaring and the town was already one of the largest in the county.
Today, according to statistics, Ukiah is home to about 15,000 very happy folks who boast a median age of about 35. Architecture here is largely Victorian, making it a great place to enjoy a walk around town, admiring the gingerbread-laced buildings that make the town so special. Art galleries, antique shops, and small specialty stores are plentiful as well, making Ukiah an ideal stop for a shopping trip.
The arts, in general, are important to the citizens of Ukiah. The city boasts a civic opera, symphony orchestra, theater company, ballet, and concert association. You'll also enjoy a few excellent museums in Ukiah, including the Pomo Cultural Center and the Held-Poage Memorial Home and Research Library, both touting interesting local historical facts.
Don't miss a chance to explore the Grace Hudson Museum, which pays homage to the city's favorite daughter; an artist who gained notoriety in the early 20th century for her exquisite paintings of Pomo Indian babies. You can also tour Sun House, her unique residence.
Annual festivals are plentiful and exhibit Ukiah's community spirit. In June, the city of Ukiah is home to the Fête des Pères Concours d'Élégance, a unique festival blending vintage autos and incredible jazz and New Year's Eve brings a family-friendly First Night celebration. The list goes on.
Lodging and eateries in Ukiah are typical of a small city. Accommodations include a number of B&Bs, several small chain hotels, and some privately-owned motel establishments. Meal choices range from well-known fast food joints to excellent ethnic restaurants serving up unique culinary delights.
