Lake Jodie was built in the late sixties by Leroy Gerald Martin and named it after his daughter…read moreJodie. He used to visit Lake Elsinore but decided it was too busy, dirty and crowded so he decided to buy a plot of land in the middle of nowhere (sorry Newberry springs) and build a private lake for his friends and family. He eventually sold most of the properties. Lake Jodie is beautiful and quiet, and at most has five boats on it at a time. It's the perfect place for people to learn how to ski or wakeboard. It's definitely a different experience than Arrowhead or Mojave. It is a private lake, so you have to know somebody who has a property there to go. There isn't much in the area, it neighbors a pistachio farm, a Mormon church, and a horse shelter. It is not far from the American Legion, the Barn (bar), and a gas station.

Beautiful lake, great for kids and adults. Our friends have a home here built by their grandfather…read more Wonderful history behind this place.

Terrence is a great guide, professional and knowledgeable he will put you on the fish and talk you…read morethrough the proper techniques to land them. My trip was terrific he did everything he said he would do from picking me up promptly on time and making sure I got my limit. I highly recommend you give him a call!

We had our first-ever fly-fishing trip as a family of 4, and had an amazing time with Terrence in…read morethe San Bernardino mountains. My kids are 10 and 13 and we each caught 1-2 rainbow trout (released them back into the creek). We had zero experience yet somehow Terrence was able to spend enough 1-on-1 time teaching each person and made it his mission so that we each hooked at least one fish. Definitely recommend, for kids 10 and older as there is hiking and wading involved to work upriver. Thank you Terrence!

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.

Went for a bike ride and found they have really been working hard to clean this place up. There a…read morenew buildings, there is a horse stall and ring (fingers crossed they will have horse rides again) and the overgrowth has been seriously cut back. It is beginning to look great again. I hope they start hosting family fun events again such as chili cook offs, margarita pr beer gatherings.

Beautiful park in the high desert offering many recreational activities for the whole family. Great…read morefor hiking, relaxing, camping, picnicking, wildlife watching, photography and fishing. There is a fee per day/per car ($15 as of this writing), so plan accordingly. While I didn't camp, I did see some stunning campsites right next to the water and in beautiful condition. Lots of great hiking spots, lots of folks fishing and overall a wonderful atmosphere. There's even a Frisbee golf course. Very clean and well-maintained. Parking is included in the entrance fee. Always check the website https://parks.sbcounty.gov/park/mojave-narrows-regional-park/ for current regulations and fees. Enjoy!

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.

Lake Palmdale is an artificial lake completed in 1924. It is…read morefed by the aqueduct & provides drinking water to the city. Use of the Lake is reserved for members. The Fin & Feather Club stock the Lake with Trout, there may however be more variety of fish. I have personally never had much luck with the fishing although our neighbors have. It's a beautiful sight to see the sun or moon rise over the desert & lake.

Beautiful spot in nature with many campgrounds nearby…read more The largest pinecones I've seen in southern ca. were here-cool! In the summer they do kayak and paddle board rentals here. Plenty of picnic tables. Great spot for some day use to get out in nature.

I enjoyed this lake a lot. Came here on a Saturday and got here around 3pm. It was super busy and…read morewhen we arrived the parking lot was full. I was directed to go across the street and walk down. Parking was $10 per car and across the street it was free. However, it's a walk from the parking across the street. They also have a yearly pass which is $30. They also have bathrooms close by. We fortunately found parking and unpacked and went down to the lake. There's plenty of space for a lot of people. You can fish, swim and even kayak. There is also a spot to rent out equipment to do all that. We brought our own boats for kayaking. The lake isn't too big, you can go down the whole thing within 10min or less. Very small but it's very calm and beautiful. My family loved it. It's a great spot to hang out and relax. We'll come back again if we're ever in the area.

Great marina. Good prices on gas for members. Cliff and his staff are awesome at helping with the…read moreboat and any repairs we have needed over the years. They also store my dock and boat for the winter. I think it's been 7 or 8 years using them and we will continue to use them

First time exploring Big Bear & this boat experience, service was spectacular! Staff was great,…read moreshout out to Kenuj for amazing service. Boat was excellent, had a good time exploring the lake

Great Fishing Spot Near Barton Flats This lake is just a…read morequick 5-minute drive from Barton Flats, making it super convenient if you're camping nearby. While there aren't any shaded areas, my husband absolutely loved this location for fishing. Using PowerBait, he was able to catch two trout early in our trip. Then, on our last day of camp, the lake was restocked--and he ended up catching and releasing 11 more! It was such a fun and rewarding experience for him. If you're looking for an easy-to-access fishing spot with a good chance of catching trout, this lake is definitely worth checking out. Just bring sun protection if you're planning to stay a while!

I've been to this lake twice and both times the attendant working there had a very bad attitude. He…read moresmelled like marijuana and he treated us as if we invaded his private space. I'm never going back there again.

My place to enjoy working out on my STREETSTRIDER 2-3 times per week…read more A beautiful serenity in this place. A REAL GEM! To be enjoyed by all ages.

This a very nice park to take a walk at. I suggest in the morning or early evening. The summer…read moremonths get hot there. There are 3 park areas for kids. There are 3 restroom areas along the walking path. . Lots of grassy and tree areas. The walking path is one mile around the lakes it is paved. You cannot swim or do any water stuff like boating , paddle boarding etc. in the lakes you can fish there. They allow dogs if leashed. Lots of geese , ducks , and migratory birds. Do need to be aware of snakes. Park is surrounded by desert.