Suggestions for Lake near Los Angeles

Damaris R. • January 9, 2012two play grounds, lake, concerts in the park during the summer!

Curbed • March 20, 2014Featuring a duck pond and 3-acre lake, this 605-acre park has been spotted in a slew of legendary shows and films, including Creature of the Blue Lagoon and opening credits of The Andy Griffith Show.

Abu Aya K. • July 22, 2017Nice trail for a bike ride

Andres H. • May 30, 2012during the summer the lake gets stocked about 1/mo with catfish.

Robin C. • August 24, 2016There are turtles and fish and Pokemon ╮(╯▽╰)╭

The Ritz-Carlton • July 20, 2011With wild scenery, wild flowers and wildlife, Ballona Wetlands is famous for rare species. Keep your eyes peeled for falcons, pelicans or the unique red-legged frog. It’s a world away from LA.

Irene I. • August 26, 2013Go there with plenty of time to look around and enjoy.

Mark C. • March 7, 2015Don't drink from there!

Juan Pablo B. • April 14, 2013One of LA's best kept secrets. Lake, hikes and tons play and picnic areas

Brittany Leigh • July 6, 2013Best dog park in the city. Great 4 mile walk around the lake. Is not a loop so you will have to go back around or walk on the street back to your car.

Sorrell S. • September 3, 2014Perfect for daytime dog walking! The boathouse serves up Intelligentsia coffee and snacks with a little patio. Good people watching! It's especially beautiful when the lotus flowers are in bloom.

Jordan L. • June 29, 2011Grass, with a lake behind a fence. Lacie park is way better

Amy F. • May 20, 2013Disappointed I couldn't hike closer

Jon M. • February 25, 2019Nice place to take a dip and cool off.

Corey P. • October 31, 2013Unfortunately there are a lot of homeless in area and this makes it less enjoyable at times.

AD N. • March 25, 2010Detour: West Silver Lake Drive closed btwn Rowena & Angus through mid-2010 -- see SL Big Dig for details

Alex C. • July 3, 20185 Every Day: scramble up the hill to your right to the green lawn and palms

Vic F. • February 27, 2012One of two jungle gyms with fixed canopy for parties

Jason H. • November 4, 2018Pretty generic name for something that has turned into a beautiful bird sanctuary. Come and see the herons, egrets and pelicans hanging out in peace. Beautiful.

Michael M. • November 18, 2022I stumbled upon this park accidentally and was blown away by how beautiful it was. The lake was large and had beautiful water. I loved all of the tables and benches that were around the lake.

Jorga H. • July 16, 2011Very beautiful...if you can get in.

Maribel P. • August 2, 2016My girls love love it here

JNET • July 8, 2017Ducks, baby ducklings, turtles and fish! Picnic tables under the trees. Heavenly!

Biz T. • January 7, 2018Cool backlot set area, lots of stuff filmed there