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Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park
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Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park

La Quinta, CA

★★★★4.4(765 Google reviews)

This Riverside County park wraps a small lake at the foot of the Santa Rosa Mountains with fishing, camping, picnic ramadas and a swimming pool — a favorite for a low-key family day close to town. Hours shrink in the summer heat, so check the schedule before you drive out and pack shade and sunscreen.

58075 Jefferson St, La Quinta, CA 92253, USA

(760) 564-4712

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What visitors say

  • Jeremy Castagno★★★★★

    Beautiful area! The surrounding cliffs and geological formations are astounding. Weather was nice with some clouds and a good breeze that gave some respite. Wonderful people all around fishing with their families. Overall a great place to walk and enjoy.

    4 months ago

  • Mike Mir★★★★★

    The prices are unknown and not clearly posted for those stopping by, and are too expensive for a single car. The night Staff was unable to be helpful and only there till 10 pm. When several campers were acting erratically, laughing loudly, and running around the beach with headlights on @1 am, we couldn't rely on any help.

    3 months ago

  • Tabitha Yates★★★★

    Nice spot to get out and play, stretch and enjoy looking at the water. Was a bit much to pay per person in the car though.

    a month ago

  • Andrew Phillips★★★★

    Here in late March, 105°f, so keep that in mind! Nice spacious campsites(RVs) with power and water. I did a sunset walk around the lake, was right about 2.8 miles. You might want bug spray to keep the mini flies away. There was a bit of trash here and there, but you always have that in the desert when the wind picks up suddenly. I did my part and filled a trash bag(plenty of dumpsters around). Check in was easy and fast, very friendly. Also keep in mind, the nearest store is probably 15 to 20 minutes away, so pick up those last minute items before arriving. The zoo is 30 minutes away, and I highly recommend it. Great place to walk, and relax in the shaded areas. Alao 45 minites away is Joshua Tree. Go early before the heat and crowd. Would I visit Lake Cahuilla again? Ohhh yes! Very quiet and peaceful during my stay Sunday thru Friday.

    4 months ago

  • Ele P★★★★★

    A great trail connecting La Quinta to Lake Cahuilla, but definitely one for the early birds! I went on the Morrow Trail (also labeled as the La Quinta trail to the lake Cahuilla) and it was already getting quite hot. I didn't make it as far as I wanted, but I’ll be back for a sunrise hike next time. Seeing the mountain colors at dawn is worth the early wake-up call, plus it's the only way to hike comfortably before the desert sun takes over.

    5 months ago

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