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    Lodi Lake

    4.1 (21 reviews)

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    Bobbie R.

    A great place to walk, kayak, picnic, sit and do nothing or all of the above. $4 to park for locals, $5 for everyone else.

    Tiffany M.

    My boyfriend at the time (now husband!) knows I like to go kayaking, and so went out of his way to find a place not ridiculously far from the Central Valley to kayak and took me to Lodi Lake. It is a man-made lake and this community park area, so it is not very big. There are also some big warehouses nearby so it kind of feels like you're kayaking in an industrial area. I wish we could have kayaked further out of the lake, but the workers there gave a slight warning about it. It is very nice that there is the option to rent a kayak at this recreational place. My 3 stars has more to do with the area itself, as I personallly did not find it very scenic. I still had a good date that day though !

    Dale S.

    ***** Lodi Lake closed January 18 and will not re-open until June 21, 2024***** Overall the park is a nice place to spend an hour or so. I was born and raised in Lodi and have been coming here for over 40 years. The lake was established in the 1930's and is probably better described as a giant pond with some thinly branching waterways. It's a nice green space with picnic tables and play areas for children, but the best part is probably the nature trail. Unfortunately for many, dogs are not allowed in that area which is a shame, so although you can walk your pup around the Lake area on a leash, know that you will not be able to enjoy the walking paths with them. Many people come here to swim, and I have kayaked/pedal boated here many times but I would never get into this water. It is always full of algae and duck poop. My suggestion - look but don't touch. There is also a fee to drive into the park, but if you can find street parking, it is just a few steps over the hill to get into the park. It can get quite busy in the summer time and is always especially packed for the 4th of July fireworks but most weekdays it is a peaceful place to enjoy lunch or a quick stroll. The majority of the park is currently closed for improvement projects which should be completed this summer and I am looking forward to seeing the result.

    Elaysha J.

    A perfect place to enjoy a warm afternoon with family members of all ages. My family and I brought a picnic, small speaker and sunscreen and played in the water all afternoon. There's kayaking, bbq grills and a kiddie pool, best of all the weather in Lodi is often much warmer than the bay fog, its perfect if you're wanting a proper sunny summer afternoon, sans the fog.

    Plenty of squirrels.
    Lisa S.

    Very pretty place. We like the trail. Lots of squirrels and deer. The loop is about 1.5 miles. There are clean bathrooms near the entrance. Plenty of parking. Some homeless people so keep your vehicles locked. $5 entry fee.

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    Neleh H.

    Lovely place for a sunset stroll- lots of families here. Easy parking. Lots of geese, some ducks, many people fishing & saw a good sized catch! Ample Picnic tables & benches to chill & some folks swimming or in kayaks. I don't think the water looked clean enough for me to want to swim - but it was good to just be near. Nice flowers planted out front & some educational signs about the water supply and region. One of the restrooms was cordoned off & they provided ports potties but it was quite smelly.

    It's okay, I hope when I go back. The water is clean unlike when I would walk and see a bunch of trash collected on the side of the water
    Miss C.

    It's okay, I hope they did something like add soap to the bathrooms and toiletries that will actually spin; with that 2 mill dollars they put into renovations.

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    Falisha R.

    Came today to bbq and drink a little, make sure you bring a cart or wagon for your belongings it can be a bit of a walk if your doing it on the trail. Also the bees are attracted to the food but if you sit by the water they won't bug you. Plenty of shade. It's a pretty good spot if you wanna get outside and relax. Romantic if your with your partner.

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    Kayme R.

    It's a beautiful place to go rent a kayak for an hour and just enjoy the view. Would highly recommend.

    The edge of the picnic area looking over some of Lodi Lake.
    Jennifer A.

    The city has made a very nice recreational park around Lodi Lake, which is more of a large pond than the lake. However, it has walking paths all around it and there is a nature trail as well. However, be warned that although dogs are allowed to walk around the park lake, they are not allowed on the nature trail even on leash. This is a disappointment to me because I was told they were allowed on leash, and I wanted to walk through a more natural environment. Still, my dog is enjoying the walk, as am I.

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    Catherine F.

    Had a great time! Beautiful scenery and could have been out there all day. Two hours fly when your having fun ! The boats were awesome and the instructions clearly given. Great guest services for all ages. Thank you and I will see you soon.

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    I bet time you see something new from deer, turtles, tons of squirrels and deer roaming around the place.

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    Lodi Lake Nature Trail - Lots of deer out today

    Lodi Lake Nature Trail

    4.3(50 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    I came to Lodi Lake Park on a whim with a friend after waking up to a beautiful day, and it ended…read moreup being exactly what we needed. The entire area is incredibly peaceful and relaxing. The views of the lake are gorgeous, and the sound of the water adds such a calming, almost therapeutic vibe. We walked the full loop around the lake and also explored the nature trails that lead into the wooded areas, which made the experience feel even more immersive. There are plenty of scenic spots along the way to stop, take it in, and just enjoy being outside. It was nice seeing so many other people out walking and enjoying the space as well. The environment felt very clean, safe, and welcoming. It's also dog-friendly, which is a huge plus if you like bringing your pups along for the day. There are a couple of bathrooms conveniently located along the path, and parking is flexible - you can either find street parking or pay to park inside the park. If you're looking for something more active, they also offer kayak rentals. From what I saw, it's around $25 for a single kayak for an hour, and tandem options are available as well. You can check availability and book online. Overall, this is such a great spot to unwind, get some fresh air, and reconnect with nature. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

    This nature preserve was a welcoming alternative when I visited these parts of Lodi. There's a…read moredifferent and very calming energy once entering the canopy of hovering cottonwood and oak trees. Stand still to absorb it. Inside this riparian forest I found all sorts of visual designs and patterns, especially with shades, shadows, and light playing in their space. The only distractions I had were the curious squirrels showing off their acorns. I wanted to touch a tree, but I didn't because the hammock-shaped spiderwebs creeped me out a bit. This area was their home. At first, I intended to chill at the section called Lodi Lake Beach. It was closed off with orange nets. I'm guessing it was for the protection of baby turtles. Hello world, little ones This recreational area has various activities for stand-up paddle boarding (SUP), boating, kayaking, fishing, day camping, sunbathing, picnicking, BBQ, biking, walking, wildlife photography, and people-watching, maybe even more. Other sights to see are their garden beds, lots of cool birds, and friendly squirrels. Here's a great escape from a routine work week!

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    Lodi Lake Nature Trail - Squirrel with acorn

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    Lodi Lake Nature Trail - So beautiful

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    Lodi Lake Nature Trail - A stroll through the nature trail and we came across a few deers.

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    A stroll through the nature trail and we came across a few deers.

    Micke Grove Park - Roses

    Micke Grove Park

    3.9(71 reviews)
    4.8 mi

    I was riding my bike and stopped in to pay but come to find out , bikes are free ! I rode around…read morethis beautiful park and it was amazing!!! It was full of flowers and wild life! Looks like you have to reserve picnic sites but plan accordingly, I rode up on a Garden Club having a flower show in one of the buildings, I went in and was welcomed with open arms. The flowers were amazing! Their meeting was going to start so I left and rode over to the beautiful rose garden! Highly recommend

    We were invited to a birthday party and it was located at Micke Grove Park. We were not familiar…read morewith it so I had to get directions. This park has an entrance fee before you can even go in. We paid $6 per vehicle. This park has different areas of picnic areas. The shelter type areas are reserved areas. You'll have to rent these in advanced. If you have a large party with the inflatable jump houses, you'll need reservations as well. For the smaller areas of picnic tables, it's first come first serve kind of thing. Driving around the park is pretty. You'll have to pay close attention for the curvy roads and one way signs. Inside this park, there's a Micke Grove zoo! I heard it's a small one but we didn't have time to check it out. There's also a Japanese Garden. We're very intrigued and will have to come back to check it out. There is also Fun Town, an 18 hole disc golf, water play feature, a lake, and much more. I am sure I've left out quite a bit. You'll have to check out their website for the latest updates and information. Overall, we enjoyed our day here!!

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    Oak Grove Regional Park - Nature center in the park has some cool taxidermy.

    Oak Grove Regional Park

    3.5(41 reviews)
    7.4 mi

    Took the Harry Potter nature walk and learned all about local flora and fauna - including…read moreelderberries/elder trees, rose hips, valley oak trees/acorns, Native American villages/life, and even mandrake roots! They do regular activities here such as astronomy evenings to check out the stars/planets, and more!

    Overall, for what we arrived here for we got to use out of it. Which was for a morning walk/jog…read morethroughout this location. There is a six dollar per car fee to get inside. There are a good handful of rental spots when it comes to table areas. There are a lot of geese and ducks so be careful where you step throughout your visit. There is some permitted fishing with license as an option. I thought that certain areas walking through the trails could have been a little bit more maintenance especially with trash, cans and benches to sit down on that are located throughout. They do not permit dogs to be on the trails, but throughout we notice that was ignored as there were a lot of dog markings left and not picked up by the owners. There are also a few playgrounds and restroom areas located throughout, as well as what look to be like a little hall that you could rent with a deck access. if you're ever interested in doing the trails, both of them together were just under 2 miles long. This location was very close to home so therefore convenient they have a nature center but it's only open on Saturdays and there's also a little informational booth located explaining a little more about the nature center. decent spot to have birthday parties or celebrations staged here. There's also an amphitheater that seats about 400.

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    Headwaters Kayak Shop

    Headwaters Kayak Shop

    4.6(79 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    My husband was researching kayaks online and watched many videos and eventually settled on the…read moreEddyline brand. We drove 4 hours to The Boathouse/Headwaters Kayak Shop on Lodi Lake so we could try out various models. What a treat to be able to take out multiple boats and make sure we found the right fit for each of us. In addition to having beautiful new boats you can also purchase a demo for a substantial discount. My husband was working with Abba, the owner, to set up our appointment and boats to try. She is absolutely delightful and knowledgable on all the models. She gave us a very fair deal as we purchased two boats, two paddles, and life vests. Josh was working the day we came up and got us all set. He was very professional, patient and just a joy to work with. He taught how to do a "dock entry" to the boats, helped us load up for the trip home and gave us tips for safe and easy tie down on the truck. We went on a Moonlight paddle with a group the evening we bought the boats and WOW,..what a great experience. We were not the only first timers and everyone had a great time. If you are considering buying a kayak but don't know where to start, I HIGHLY recommend reaching out to Abba and setting up an appointment. It was defiantly worth the drive up. The lake is beautiful and a great place for all levels of kayakers. If you want a fun day out in nature, you can't go wrong setting up an appointment to rent a kayak/paddle board at The Boathouse on Lodi Lake. It is very affordable and they have a variety of kayaks and paddle boards to choose from.

    I have no issue with the quality of the equipment. My issue is the lack of common sense…read more We made a reservation for a Sunday at 10:00 am the day before at 5pm (17 hrs before the scheduled reservation) At 9pm someone backed out and we attempted to cancel that paddle board and keep the other 3 boards. No answer from the posted number about canceling. We get there for our reservation in the morning and explain the situation. They tell us we are still responsible for the cost of the paddle board that wasn't used because we didn't give 24 hours notice. EVEN THOUGH THE RESERVATION WASNT MADE 24hrs PRIOR! I'm sorry but if there isn't even 24 hrs from the time it was made to when you show up how are you to give more notice?! Never going back due to complete lack of common sense. NO COMMON SENSE

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    Headwaters Kayak Shop
    Headwaters Kayak Shop
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