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Lakeview Park is the starting point for Double Peak hike. You start at the bottom right side of the lake and you follow the trail up, mostly taking lefts then after the first mile you hit the 10k meter mark and take a right to go all the way up, hitting the street and taking your last left up to the summit/peak. Theres a trail that starts on the left side of the lake and it takes you to South Lake. The other trail that goes down takes you to the neighborhood and it's a good loop top. Lots of options! The park/playground is nice and tucked away with a small amphitheater. You'll see many kids on it. It's good for older kids. No swings. There's a little gazebo/canopy picnic area with some tables. I believe you can reserve the spot through the city's website. The lake is a good size, all paved or DG around it, no dirt. It's not fully 1 mile around the lake, close, but run it a few times. The parking lot is limited but there are plenty of street parking. Parking opens at sunrise and closes at sunset. There's also a bathroom. Park is well maintained.
Long overdue update... This park is one of my favorites in San Marcos. My kids have outgrown the playground, but I still frequent this park once or twice a month. The walking path is mostly shaded which is great for humans and pups too. It's right around .8 miles per loop. There are dog bag stations around the path, so there's no excuse for being a lazy dog owner....get it? Small parking lot which fills pretty quickly. Pro tip: look once in the lot and then just park in the residential area. It's a short walk into the park. Bathrooms. Dog stations. Shade. 5 stars!
This is a great park is the area with a beautiful walking trail around Discovery Lake. The oark equipment is well used by many children who enjoy it. It's a great asset to the neighborhood and usually well populated.
Small parking lot, but there's plenty of street parking available near the park. This is a great starting point for several hiking trails. We hiked to Double Peak, which had a little over 1,000 feet of elevation gain and approximately 4 miles. It took us about two hours to complete. Parts of the trail run through a neighborhood and was steep/gravelly in sections. The views of San Marcos from the top of the peak were beautiful and definitely worth the climb.
One of my favorite spots to go hiking, I've never encountered any wild animals like snakes but I did 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.
The Lake is central to the walk loop. Beautiful and wide trail. There are benches facing the lake in case one likes to sit and soak in the nature. No swimming .
Perfect little walking path around Discovery lake. Easy flat trail. Usually busy with families and locals there for a walk/run.
A fun 5mile loop and more! Great for dogs and families with kids. Benches, trash cans and poop bags are available. There is plenty of variety in the elevation terrain for those who want more than a casual walk around the lake. At this trail head there is a playground. This trail links to South Lake Park which is another 2.5mile loop.
If you're looking for a way to get some exercise while enjoying a lake view, watching and listening to birds and ducks, learning the names of local plants/shrubs, and soaking up peace and quiet, Lakeview Park featuring Discovery Lake is a lovely place to go. The park is tucked away in a residential neighborhood, and I always have to use GPS to find it. There are two small parking areas near the entrance, and parking is free. If the lots are full, there's plenty of free parking on the street. A children's play area and restrooms are also near the entrance. The wide path around the lake is paved and mostly level, making for an easy walk. If you want something more than flat, there are some dirt trails with elevation changes, but they're definitely not in the challenging category. IF there is a trail map here or a map of the park, I don't know where it is because I've never seen one. When you're walking along and come to a point where you can turn onto a different path, the name of the path is on the signpost, but there is no indication as to where it goes, how long it is, or anything else. Same goes for the paved walkway that goes around the lake. Having that little bit of information would be helpful. There are also small signs that identify various shrubs and plants. There are plenty of benches and trash cans along the main paved path around the lake, which is great if you want to sit for a bit and helps keep the place clean. There are even poop stations with poop bags for dogs. Unfortunately, not everyone who visits with their dog(s) bothers to clean up after them. All in all, a nice, relaxing place to visit.
Beautiful park hidden in the middle of a neighborhood. There is a huge lake here called Discovery Lake, and a paved trail to go about a mile around it. The pavement is a little uneven from earthquakes and roots, but still wheelchair accessible. There are a few benches around the trail where you can sit and rest, and a small park for children to play at the start of the trail. Bring your sunglasses, sunhat, and sunblock, because there is a good amount of sun on the trail.
Cute little park, cute little lake. Not much parking but there is plenty of free parking in the neighborhood. The loop around the lake is .75 miles. You'll see ducks, rabbits, squirrels, and maybe even snakes (there was a rattler near the bridge a couple of weeks ago). Lots of people bring their dogs here which means, sadly, that lots of thoughtless people leave their dog crap here, too. So watch your step. Apparently, you can fish here, too. I've seen fishermen but no fish. The stroll around the lake is really very serene. Lots of sociable people here, too. Nice walking loop!
Although I have done the Double Peak hike starting from the top, during quarantine that lot was closed, so I started weekly hikes from Lakeview Park. The first day someone on the trail asked me where the lake was and she was pointing downhill I was stuttered, 'uh um I don't think there is one down there.' It took me a while to realize that it was the "lake" with the ducks that people walk around. I usually pass it quickly to go up that horridly good incline, but it is supposed to be a lake! I walked around it on the way back to my car just to make sure and it is more of a pond. You can run around it in less than 5 mins. IMO, Lakeview park is a good starting point to get to the Double Peak and Ridgeline trails. The trails are clearly marked and at some points you cross the neighborhood to get on the trail. The park itself right now has a closed playground, closed restroom, and open lot a and two hand-washing stations. Even though I saw free plastic bags for dog owners there was still too much dog poop on the paths. Weekends are busy here. The parking lot will be full even at 7 AM. Note that there is ample street parking on Foxhall. I can't imagine the neighbors being happy about all the cars parked, but it is nice to be able to get out and exercise at this time. Overall, the people are always friendly and shout out hellos and good mornings to everyone.
3 months ago
8 months ago
Nice views. It's an easy and manageable walk around the lake. There's an option to trek uphill, the view 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. read more
Lakeview Park is the starting point for Double Peak hike. You start at the bottom right side of the lake and you follow the trail up, mostly taking lefts then after the first mile you hit the 10k meter mark and take a right to go all the way up, hitting the street and taking your last left up to the summit/peak. Theres a trail that starts on the left side of the lake and it takes you to South Lake. The other trail that goes down takes you to the neighborhood and it's a good loop top. Lots of options! The park/playground is nice and tucked away with a small amphitheater. You'll see many kids on it. It's good for older kids. No swings. There's a little gazebo/canopy picnic area with some tables. I believe you can reserve the spot through the city's website. The lake is a good size, all paved or DG around it, no dirt. It's not fully 1 mile around the lake, close, but run it a few times. The parking lot is limited but there are plenty of street parking. Parking opens at sunrise and closes at sunset. There's also a bathroom. Park is well maintained. read more
Long overdue update... This park is one of my favorites in San Marcos. My kids have outgrown the playground, but I still frequent this park once or twice a month. The walking path is mostly shaded which is great for humans and pups too. It's right around .8 miles per loop. There are dog bag stations around the path, so there's no excuse for being a lazy dog owner....get it? Small parking lot which fills pretty quickly. Pro tip: look once in the lot and then just park in the residential area. It's a short walk into the park. Bathrooms. Dog stations. Shade. 5 stars! read more
Small parking lot, but there's plenty of street parking available near the park. This is a great starting point for several hiking trails. We hiked to Double Peak, which had a little over 1,000 feet of elevation gain and approximately 4 miles. It took us about two hours to complete. Parts of the trail run through a neighborhood and was steep/gravelly in sections. The views of San Marcos from the top of the peak were beautiful and definitely worth the climb. read more
4 months ago
One of my favorite spots to go hiking, I've never encountered any wild animals like snakes but I did 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. read more
1 year ago
The Lake is central to the walk loop. Beautiful and wide trail. There are benches facing the lake in case one likes to sit and soak in the nature. No swimming . read more
7 months ago
Perfect little walking path around Discovery lake. Easy flat trail. Usually busy with families and locals there for a walk/run. read more
A fun 5mile loop and more! Great for dogs and families with kids. Benches, trash cans and poop bags are available. There is plenty of variety in the elevation terrain for those who want more than a casual walk around the lake. At this trail head there is a playground. This trail links to South Lake Park which is another 2.5mile loop. read more
If you're looking for a way to get some exercise while enjoying a lake view, watching and listening to birds and ducks, learning the names of local plants/shrubs, and soaking up peace and quiet, Lakeview Park featuring Discovery Lake is a lovely place to go. The park is tucked away in a residential neighborhood, and I always have to use GPS to find it. There are two small parking areas near the entrance, and parking is free. If the lots are full, there's plenty of free parking on the street. A children's play area and restrooms are also near the entrance. The wide path around the lake is paved and mostly level, making for an easy walk. If you want something more than flat, there are some dirt trails with elevation changes, but they're definitely not in the challenging category. IF there is a trail map here or a map of the park, I don't know where it is because I've never seen one. When you're walking along and come to a point where you can turn onto a different path, the name of the path is on the signpost, but there is no indication as to where it goes, how long it is, or anything else. Same goes for the paved walkway that goes around the lake. Having that little bit of information would be helpful. There are also small signs that identify various shrubs and plants. There are plenty of benches and trash cans along the main paved path around the lake, which is great if you want to sit for a bit and helps keep the place clean. There are even poop stations with poop bags for dogs. Unfortunately, not everyone who visits with their dog(s) bothers to clean up after them. All in all, a nice, relaxing place to visit. read more
6 months ago
1 year ago
Beautiful park hidden in the middle of a neighborhood. There is a huge lake here called Discovery Lake, and a paved trail to go about a mile around it. The pavement is a little uneven from earthquakes and roots, but still wheelchair accessible. There are a few benches around the trail where you can sit and rest, and a small park for children to play at the start of the trail. Bring your sunglasses, sunhat, and sunblock, because there is a good amount of sun on the trail. read more
Cute little park, cute little lake. Not much parking but there is plenty of free parking in the neighborhood. The loop around the lake is .75 miles. You'll see ducks, rabbits, squirrels, and maybe even snakes (there was a rattler near the bridge a couple of weeks ago). Lots of people bring their dogs here which means, sadly, that lots of thoughtless people leave their dog crap here, too. So watch your step. Apparently, you can fish here, too. I've seen fishermen but no fish. The stroll around the lake is really very serene. Lots of sociable people here, too. Nice walking loop! read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Although I have done the Double Peak hike starting from the top, during quarantine that lot was closed, so I started weekly hikes from Lakeview Park. The first day someone on the trail asked me where the lake was and she was pointing downhill I was stuttered, 'uh um I don't think there is one down there.' It took me a while to realize that it was the "lake" with the ducks that people walk around. I usually pass it quickly to go up that horridly good incline, but it is supposed to be a lake! I walked around it on the way back to my car just to make sure and it is more of a pond. You can run around it in less than 5 mins. IMO, Lakeview park is a good starting point to get to the Double Peak and Ridgeline trails. The trails are clearly marked and at some points you cross the neighborhood to get on the trail. The park itself right now has a closed playground, closed restroom, and open lot a and two hand-washing stations. Even though I saw free plastic bags for dog owners there was still too much dog poop on the paths. Weekends are busy here. The parking lot will be full even at 7 AM. Note that there is ample street parking on Foxhall. I can't imagine the neighbors being happy about all the cars parked, but it is nice to be able to get out and exercise at this time. Overall, the people are always friendly and shout out hellos and good mornings to everyone. read more
Came here to enjoy an afternoon stroll around the lake. Every time we come I always say I wish we bought a house in this neighborhood- very peaceful and calming :) you wouldn't even know it's here off the 78. Great place for families, fishing ( license needed) or joggers or for some alone time. Might want to wear bug repellent and a hat. :) and bring your water bottle. Playground is closed for now but plenty of grass area. And hand washing stations. read more
3 years ago
There's dog poop everywhere but the view is nice. It's a quiet place for a good walk with the kids and maybe your pet but be aware there's dog pooop everywhere. read more
4 years ago
My toddler and I love going to this park and the lake. I usually walk while they ride their bike. The lake usually has ducks swimming around and I've seen people fishing in it. There is no swimming allowed. There are also lots of trees, plants and birds that come to visit them. The path is roughly a mile long. There's also a part that leads up to a hike that takes you up by San Elijo and Double Peak. It's a long one with a steep climb but is definitely worth it! Be careful of the animals you might encounter though I do believe it's on the rarer side. The play structure is huge. I remember when it was smaller than this. There are tables that you can rent for parties. Next to the playground is a fountain that sometimes has water running for the kids to cool off in. There's also a board that had information on it. There are two public restrooms close to the playground. Parking is a bit limited, so sometimes you have to park on the street instead of the lot. It's not too bad though. I definitely recommend going there if you're ever in the area or looking for something to do. read more
4 years ago
3 years ago
4 years ago
A hidden gem in North county. Kids love the play area and the trails and lake are relaxing and so pretty. We love it here. read more
This is a small public park within in a nicer neighborhood of San Marcos. There is a small parking lot, free, with ample unrestricted street parking in the surrounding neighborhood. The park is next to a large duck pond and also serves as the trailhead for the Double Peak Loop Trail. All Trails link: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/double-peak-trail From this park, you begin Double Peak Trail, which is excellent cardio and provides panoramic, bird's eye views of North County. You can also drive up to the top of Double Peak, but where's the fun in that? read more
I absolutely love this place, it's also known as discovery lake. I've been coming here ever since I was little. This place is great if you're looking to relax, fish, hike, jog, feed ducks, or play at the playground. There is a cute little dock you can go on to fish or feed ducks. If you look really close there's always a bunch of tiny little fishes right on the sides of the dock. If you sprinkle food to them they eat it, it's such a cool thing to see. Feeding the ducks is also great too, there's always so many of them. The best thing about this place are the hiking trails! There's a loop that goes around the lake and there's also a bunch of other trails that go other places as well. My favorite is the trail that goes up the hill all the way to double peak. It's such a great workout! Some of the paths on that trail are very steep so be careful! Going all the way up takes about an hour or more. There's no bathrooms or drinking fountains until you get all the way to the top (double peak), or before you leave their down by the parking lot. The parking lot is pretty small, if you come during the afternoon it's usually full. Thankfully there's lots of street parking. This place is great and very safe, there's usually a good amount of people so you always feel safe if you come to jog by yourself. read more
8 years ago
Favorite place to take a drive to. Beautiful lake, plenty of wild life, incredible scenery. I encourage you all to find a day to visit this location: enjoy a picnic with friends on the dock, take a hike around the entire lake and view the many perspectives of the different trees and sights of the water, or even drive by and take a few aesthetically pleasing photographs. This place is perfect to come to for a morning jog or even just to sit, relax, and enjoy nature and Earth's beautiful environment. Clean location, huge park nearby, dirt paths that lead around the entire lake. read more
This is a nice looping walk-path around a duck filled lake. For those that want to get their shoes a little dirty take the Peak Trail up the hill. At the top of that hill you'll find trailheads to the Cima Trail (West) and the Double Peak Trail (South). The Cima trail will take you through people's backyards toward the ocean. However if you chose the Double Peak trail you go up mountain. Both trails are recommended. - The parking lot is small for Lakeview Park.. You'll have to park in the street on the weekend. - It's unsettling that there's a big sign posted along the trail stating that over 300 new luxury homes are going to be build right along this park.. If you haven't been here in a while you might want to visit it again asap. You're going to lose the quiet and tranquilly of this park in the near future. read more
Came here for a training session with Andy H. Decided to check out a new trail/park and stumbled this gem that circles around Discovery Lake. Path is wide and you don't have to worry about making room for passers. Lots of people come here to have picnics, fish, or to exercise. Very well maintained and great to enjoy the scenic environment. Various paths lead to other trails, but we weren't able to venture off. Would like to trek off the beaten path, and will do so eventually! read more
8 years ago
There are two things I love outdoors and that is the beach and hiking! Well... I sprained my ankle a month ago and was aching to get back out into nature. The sand at the beach is a no go but uneasy terrain hiking is also a no go. So... .what does one if they are not in the best of physical shape or even if you are (I seen some of you walkers are RIPPED) its a nice walk for anyone. It is dog friendly and has an unpaved and paved area. The view is gorgeous, I mean its my city. When I take a smell of the foliage and hear the nature I am a five year old girl playing in the yard of my Elfin Forest home. Nostalgia and exercise equals A+++++++ PS there is even a playground for the little ones to play at nearby the entrance of the trail. read more
I live in Encinitas and this park is less than 10 miles from me - what a local gem! There is a small playground and picnic area w/ a gazebo overlooking the lake - a real nice peaceful area that is really family-friendly! The lake has a 0.75 mile loop around it that is good for running or walking and is pet-friendy. It also appears that the lake is suitable for fishing, however, I do not know if anyone actually catches anything... My boyfriend and I have a tradition of going hiking every Sunday morning and we chose to hit up Double Peak Trail since we had seen great reviews about it online and it was close to our apartment. Unfortunately, we took a wrong turn on our way up to Double Peak and instead of going through the residential neighborhood, we made a right turn in the road and ended up trekking the Cima Trail Loop which had some great views of the city but eventually landed us back at the bottom of the hill and back into the parking lot - I was a little disappointed we took a wrong turn, but this gives us a good excuse to come back for round! Overall, the views were beautiful and the trails are well maintained and very lush - I can't wait to return to tackle Double Peak Trail (once I've accomplished this I will probably change this to a 5-star rating!) read more
Lakeview park is a beautiful kid friendly place to go! There's a short trail that is paved all the way around the lake making it safe and easy for a simple walk if that's what you're looking for. However, there is also a dock that you can walk out on where you can see all the ducks and fish. Additionally, if you're looking for a nice hike there's an alternate path that goes all the way up to double peak! I was born and raised in San Diego and Double Peak has one of the most beautiful views around in my opinion. If you're looking for a beautiful place to go on a walk or hike, you've got to checkout Lakeview Park! read more
7 years ago
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