Nice views. It's an easy and manageable walk around the lake. There's an option to trek uphill, the…read moreview is worthwhile. There's a lot of wildlife out and about. Many pretty birds. Not that many people and it is quite peaceful. It surrounds a few neighborhoods. Trails are clearly marked with plenty of signage. There is a playground and some bathrooms. Would I come here again? Most definitely. Nice breath of fresh air.

One of my favorite spots to go hiking, I've never encountered any wild animals like snakes but I…read moredid come close to a pack of Coyotes but my friend and I hiked all the way up to Double Peak from this area. Top place to go to, and I already see many people hanging out around these spots and its still not too crowded. Love to see this area because of its cleanliness.

This is our favorite local park to go to with my little doggy Chloe and also go with my grandson's…read morepark is always clean and has a cute little splash pad just recently discovered that they have areas that you can rent and I'm excited to host my youngest son's college graduation there the prices were definitely affordable, which I appreciate.

On the way down to San Diego. We needed a place to let the dogs run around and stretch their legs…read more Found this place on Yelp. It's not to far from the freeway. It has both a large and small area for the dogs. Both are fenced in. Both have water and poopie bags available. For being in a neighborhood,it was pretty clean. It has a clay surface,like a baseball field. Which is what I prefer,no smell,and easier to keep clean. We lucked out,there was another beagle there today. To bad we really couldn't stay longer to play. But next time we know to plan ahead to stop at this place

Woodland Park is a nice place to walk your dog....they keep the park nice....there is a playground…read morefor the kids....they have tables with benches scattered around...on the weekends especially, people reserve tables for parties..

We came upon Woodland Park today on our way to pick up dragon fruit cuttings in San Marcos, and I…read morehad to check it out. This City of San Marcos park is modest in size. It has a beautiful perimeter of trees and shrubs. Inside, there's open green space with a pond, covered picnic tables, and playground equipment. There's a swimming pool at the northern end, but I didn't explore that end of the park. Next time we come out this way, we'll have to enjoy a picnic here. Street parking only.

This is a nice good walk. Excellent lake view lots of ducks to watch too. I love it when the cactus…read morebloom they are so beautiful! I start at the bottom near Silver Shadow and walk up to the recreation center. They're are restrooms and a faucet if you need water for your pups. I like to use the trails instead of the main walking road it gives me more of a workout. Keep an eye out for rattlesnakes from March through October. If you let them pass they aren't a threat. I do this walk/hike by myself it's never stopped me. I love it here

Such a beautiful park! Has been my safe haven for the past 4 years attending Cal State San Marcos :)read more

I visited Double Peak Park in San Marcos recently, and it turned out to be a much more lively and…read morememorable place than I expected. Even though it is an outdoor park, it has this energetic atmosphere that teenagers would enjoy a lot. I saw a surprising number of teenagers around the lookout areas, the trails, and the picnic spots, which made the whole place feel youthful and social in a way that reminded me of the playful energy I felt at Funko Hollywood. The wide open views at the top almost felt unreal when I first saw them, and I could easily understand why so many teens were taking pictures there. The scenery practically invites you to take photos without needing anything extra. As I walked around, I realized there was more to the park than I expected. Some parts of the trail felt a little worn down, and a few areas could have been more polished, which is part of why I would give it four stars instead of five. Still, I appreciated how easy it was to explore the park without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. Even with groups of teenagers laughing and taking pictures, the atmosphere stayed calm and relaxing. I only visited Double Peak Park one time before writing this review, but it left a strong impression on me because of how open, peaceful, and lively it felt all at once. It is one of the more refreshing outdoor places I have been to in a while, and I never doubted that the experience would turn out the way I hoped it would. I would highly recommend that teenagers go there because they would love the photo opportunities, the sense of freedom on the trails, and the creative feeling that comes from being somewhere with such a wide and inspiring view. It gives them a place to hang out, take pictures, and enjoy themselves without spending any money.

What a view! I came up for the Starwalk event hosted by the city of San Marcos through the Double…read morePeak Astronomy program. There was plenty of parking but we got there early just in case. We walked up to the check-in desk, provided our info, and were given instructions, star maps, and red lenses for our phones. We then walked to Mahnita Boyden-Wofford Amphitheater (a large cement amphitheater) and found seats facing the volunteer ranger presenting the night's info. Unfortunately, it was a bit too foggy to see much. The volunteer ranger (John Walsh) answered questions and explained differences between various stars, meteors, satellites and sky debris. Occasionally, the sky would open up for us to see a few stars. We did get to see the summer triangle and a satellite though. It was a good learning experience and I hope to do more in the future on a clear night. Tip: apparently it's tarrantula season so watch your step.

Lovely park that's well maintained. There's a trail that's attached to it. In the park there's a…read morebasketball court, a great playground, a huge stretch of grass, picnic tables, and seat benches that overlook San Marcos facing west of North County. I've had a lot of memories at Simmons Family Park and I love seeing the updates they've done to it and how clean they keep it.

This park has it all and it's clean!…read more Sample parking and views for days. With a safe play area and restrooms within steps, it's ideal for a quick play date or even a celebration party. If you're looking for a spot to spend a few hours outdoors then make this park your choice and thank me later.

I love this park! It's a great place to bring the little ones. They have a skate area for the older…read morekids. And there's a dog park for the fur babies! I most especially love that this park is a 4 minute walk from my house, and my doggo loves that fact too. There is a baseball diamond and some walking trails. It's one of San Marcos's best family parks!

Nicely maintained park in the San Marcos park and trail system…read more It is a little off the main road, but still very easy to find. Plenty of parking and wide open grassy areas. There are some covered picnic areas and thee are play structures for kids. There are even some playthings that are cow related, makes sense since it is near the dairy. A nice clean park to enjoy.

Pretty flowers here! Many picnic tables for lunch. Only one field for sports. Parking was limited.read more

Three years later....and it's time for an update. This park has grown on me now that my kids are…read moreolder. Take note- there's no shade over the play structure so I'm sure the equipment gets really hot in the summer. Now for the update: The skate park is great. I've never seen aggressive skaters. There's also basketball courts and tennis courts. Parking has always been a breeze and I really love the covered picnic benches. The bathrooms aren't far from any area of the park and there are water fountains. I'll be back!

San Elijo Park has a recreation center that you can rent out that holds 80 people max and tables…read moreand chairs are provided. There's also a kitchen, private bathrooms and the yard is included in your rental. The place is huge!! It has a dance floor and plenty of lighting. We used it to throw our son's 1st birthday party. The tables were a little used but put a table cloth cover, it's all good! Chairs were fine. Kitchen had a fridge and microwave and even dish washing soap. The supply room had paper towels for the bathrooms and supplies. Weekend rental is an extra $$ compared to weekdays. They do give you an extra hour for clean up. We rented from 11-3 (4pm with free extra hour for clean up) and the cost was around $450ish. Pretty good for indoor space! One thing is the front door is not open and looks closed. Many of our caterers could not find this place. No clear signage to go to the parking lot for entrance.

Beautiful park with a large gazebo area that has 5 tables. There's plenty of space for an…read moreextra-large bouncy house and lots of parking. We had an awesome birthday party for our 7-year-old here!

South Lake is a little lake that is less known than Discovery Lake. Hidden in neighborhoods off…read moreTwin Oaks, it's truly a hidden gem. It's on the map but it's not busy or have many kids. This is due to it being primal still. There's no playground or bathroom. It's a parking lot, then you walk down on the dirt path to the lake, which is also a dirt path around the lake. There lake is bigger than Discovery and it's a good loop. There's no shade. And since it's a dirt path, it's harder for kids to bike or walking. You can access the lake by driving or by a trail that connects the lake with Discovery Lake. The elevation is flat, and good walking loop. You can rent out some space for picnics and parties but not sure if you want to as it's all dirt and there's really no tables or seating area. Solely for a nice peaceful walking path with you, a friend, a stroller or a dog.

A one mile dirt walking loop around a small reservoir. Small amount of hills. Pretty safe but…read morealways be aware of your surroundings. * Parking lot is small. *A lot of illegal fishing going on.