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.

JT • February 16, 2010The bike path is a good place for a scenic run along the L.A. River.

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 ╮(╯▽╰)╭

UCLA Volunteer Center • September 17, 2010Human activity in surrounding areas has led to alteration of this naturally vibrant environment. Join UCLA on 9/21 as we learn about the region, restore native plants, and work on the nearby lagoon!

Luis Óscar M. • August 23, 2015Great place to go is not so crowded and is perfect to organize personal events

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

Mil K. • March 14, 2012Bring healthy snacks like thawed corn/peas, grapes, oats/wheat, or bird seed to feed the ducks, loons, cranes, and geese at the lake!

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.

Melanie L. • June 11, 2017Gorgeous park with awesome views. Great toddler playground. Stroller friendly. A fantastic place for a walk.

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

Erica M. • June 15, 2012The Koi in this pond jump which can be a startling if you're sitting close and don't expect it! IJS

M. D. • November 11, 2010A hidden treasure.

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, 2016Such a beautiful view 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