Camping is GREAT, very clean, lots of space and shade. Rangers and employees very happy and…read morefriendly, unlike Perris Lake. Perris Lake is like camping in a parking lot. Silverwood lake is very nice and lots of great fishing. The LAKE IS EASY TO GET ON AND OFF. The lake has nice DOCKS and Slips to can rent. Unlike PERRIS LAKE. PERRIS LAKE HAS NO SLIPS TO RENT. IF you are looking for a great time and fun go to Silverwood Lake NOT Perris Lake.

I have to update my review because I've been here so many times, and it's improved vastly since my…read morefirst impression. As I reread my previous review I realized that I had only seen a portion of the lake. In reality, the lake is huge. It extends towards 173 and allows for fishing and boating. A great way to spend time outdoors. I believe they sell California fishing licenses, fishing and boating supplies, and even boat rentals! There are separate parking lots for docking/boating and regular day parking. There are bathroom building facilities available. There are numerous trails, including part of Section C of the PCT runs through the Silverwood Lake SRA. There are many camping spaces and group camping available as well. In the times when I've camped here the ranger station has always been kind and knowledgeable, answering my many questions. I've only been to the marina store once or twice, but the staff was friendly and accommodating. I went to the Silverwood Lake SRA office for the first time recently and parked there while hiking part of the PCT. The lady there was very nice and helped me find my way. The peace officers are very nice and knowledgeable. I recently did some exploring and got lost. LOL. Shout Out to Officer Bakke for going above and beyond and helping me find the PCT on my birthday. That was the best birthday present. Thank you to the helpful men and women at California State Parks for keeping us safe. I would definitely recommend this park for hiking, camping, or boating. It's not safe to drink the water due to algae bloom. I wouldn't fish here either, but some people do it. No swimming during algae bloom as it can cause illness. Hiking: Depending on the trail you may or may not have shade, stay hydrated. Camping: Some campers like to play their music loud. So unfortunately, there's that. So glad this park is here in the area.

Hesperia Lake is okay if a person wants to just fish or have their kids play in the play area but…read morethe lake itself looks very outdated with the slabs of concrete around it; it's been like that since the 90's. How about an Indoor Waterpark in Hesperia for our friends & families? petition here: https://chng.it/TXPcwCPxhd

This park is a joke . Came the day before Easter and there park ranger and parking enforcement were…read morea joke. Literally harrased all the park goers but when stuff happens they leave . Kids on quads and we're wreckless they didn't do anything and didn't catch them when they cared yet they got mad at the situation harassed my car gave it a registration ticket then left . Soon after a car accident happened and they were no where to be found parking patrol officer Zepeda is a joke. I came here before and it's a dirty park anyways no fish, kids doing drugs , dirty water never again . Hesperia parks are I would give this park a 0 if i could

Came out from OC as we heard great things about this hike and the hot springs we could get into…read more They do charge $10 per person for parking depending on how many people are in your car. The hike down is beautiful with wide desert views. Just remember: going back up is a workout. Bring plenty of water and be ready for sun. The hot springs themselves are awesome--several warm pools and the cold creek right next to them. It can get busy, but still really relaxing. Overall, a great adventure spot if you're up for a tougher hike. Would definitely go again.

Clean, beautifully maintained. There's a fire pit by each camp site, and except for the ones for…read morebig groups, lots of space for privacy. The hike back from the hot springs is no joke, especially on a hot day if it gets to 80s. It is nonstop uphill for about 1.5 to 2 hours depending on your speed. Still gorgeous.

We brought our 5 year old grandson here specifically for the Anglers Pond. The pond is small and…read morestocked well, so we knew he was guaranteed to catch. We planned on staying about 2 hours and told him he could catch as many as he wanted. Big mistake for us. The little booger caught 4 trout and a carp that was 1/2 his size. At $8.00 per fish, it was pricey. But......We were paying for the experience. He loves fishing. We would have paid $$$ to go to an amusement park and the memories wouldn't have been the same. All the staff was terrific. The only negative is, it is a little run down.

They have a perfect little pond for my three-year-old. He loves to go over there and just catch…read morefish. It's almost a guaranteed catch. They're a little but they're perfect for him. Eight dollars a fish plus admission plus cleaning could get a little pricey if you catch more than four or five. Only open weekends, though I wish it was open a few more days.

A great place to take your family for some exercise and fresh air. I usually ride my ebike on this…read morepath/trailhead beginning on Yucca Loma bridge near Spring Valley Lake. This path takes you to lower campus of VVC in one direction towards Bear Valley Road and you will be facing the new Aldi shopping center at the end of the trail. On the Victorville side expect to see more shaded areas due to the homes of SVL right next to the path. It is paved and divided path that bikes and pedestrians to enjoy. There are no restrooms or anything on this path. At the end of the path there are bike pumps/tools/air if you need it. This is where most people park entering through Fish Hatchery Road and parking unloading their bikes or beginning there walk/run. Parking is limited in this area, but if it gets busy people park in the dirt. Also note there are poop bags if you bring your furry one. Be sure to grab a couple before you start your run/walk. Nobody wants to see a pile of poop or step on it. Pick up after your pet. What most people don't know is this path continues in Apple Valley however you must go east on Bear Valley over the bridge then cross the street to the Jess Ranch shopping center. The path again begins towards the Cinemark side of the shopping center. This path takes you again along the Mojave Riverbed behind the Jess Ranch planned community. On the AV side there are benches ever so often if you need to take a breather. It would be great if they could connect it somehow with some pedestrian bridge or something over Bear Valley, but who knows if that will ever happen lol. As others have mentioned if you head back along the path towards Apple Valley and Yucca Loma bridge the path splits and one takes you under the bridge into Mojave Narrows. It is great ride into Mojave Narrows in a brisk morning. I wouldn't do a walk alone at sunset or night as Mojave Narrows and the path itself is very heavy with vegetation and who knows who is lurking in there. While biking at night I see mom's pushing their stroller on there self phone not aware of their surroundings and always makes me a little anxious thinking someone could harm them, so I always keep an eye out when I'm on the path The path ends in Mojave Narrows and makes a u-turn and leads you back in the other direction. It the morning you see lots of fisherman and families out by the water. Couple things to note: The path is long, if you bring your kids, bike, etc be prepared with water and be prepared to carry your young kid if they say they are tired. lol. Don't go biking, walking or whatever alone where you could put yourself in danger. If you go during the day or when weather is warm there are a lot of tiny bugs. They will get in your face, mouth, etc if you are biking. Where some sunglasses and a mouth covering or you will get a mouthful of them in your face. It is extremely hot in the summer during the day. So again bring water and dress for the weather.

Ugly walk. View of drainage area and people's back yards. Homeless camps and creeps along the way.read more

This place is bad it had so much trash in the water and very dirty restroom. I will never take my…read morekids here again No lifeguards on duty

First time in a long time to Sawpit beach. I can honestly say I was so disturbed by all the trash…read moreflying by along the sand. I've been here before as a young adult and don't remember the beach area being this dirty. It was so sad to see how the visitors were ok with allowing trash to fly away from their areas and not trying to chase it and pick it up. So much trash went into the water and just really made for an unpleasant visit. People have got to be better about policing themselves otherwise I really don't see this place staying open much longer.

Found this online and walked a couple of miles this morning hoping to see some water, but there was…read morenot a drop. Maybe I will check it out some day after it rains as I live only 8 miles away. The place was clean and safe.

When it's not blistering hot, this is a wonderful, level and wide trail to walk a dog!read more

Great off-roading if your into the off road and out doors type of stuff , I never got the…read moreopportunity to drive the Clayton ridge trail since we moved up the hill after I was already injured in the Army

Great trail, great sights, I recommend taking snacks etc for picnic during winter see some snowread more