Lake Miramar Reservoir
San Diego, CA
Free; boat rentals extra
By Simir Shah
★★★★★4.7(440 Google reviews)
What parents say
AI summary of 5 Google reviews — not a first-hand visit. How we write these
A paved five-mile loop, mostly flat, shared with runners and bikes. An unpaved parallel path gives shade for part of the way; the rest is exposed, so carry plenty of water. Ducks along the shore. One reviewer dislikes that vehicles are allowed onto the walking trail.
Flat 5-mile paved loop around a reservoir, ideal for stroller walks, biking, and shoreline fishing. The paved service road that rings the lake is fully wheelchair accessible, running almost exactly 5 miles with steady water views the whole way. The reservoir is also open to kayaks, float tubes, and shore fishing, though it closes to visitors one day each month for maintenance.
Good for
- Ages 0–2
- Ages 10+
- Stroller-friendly
- Works for a wide age range
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Miramar Reservoir, San Diego, CA 92131, USA
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What visitors say
- Aayush Gupta★★★★★
Walking, jogging, and cycling on the approximately 5-mile paved loop around the lake. Fishing for species such as bass, trout, catfish, and bluegill (with a valid California fishing license where required). Boating and kayaking on designated days, subject to local regulations.
2 months ago
- Kevin Gutierrez★★★★★
Lake Miramar in San Diego is an awesome spot for running. The 5-mile loop is well maintained, mostly flat, and offers really cool views of the lake and surrounding hills. Peaceful, scenic, and perfect for an easy run or long workout.
8 months ago
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