Lake San Marcos
Travel Guide
Visit Lake San Marcos

Lakehouse Resort
Everything was perfect. Service was over the top.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
The staff was awesome especially the gentleman at the desk. He couldn’t be kinder.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Best hotel staff and stay
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
It’s a nice hotel in an ideal location. The amenities are great with a large grass area with tables and overlooking the ocean. An adult only hot tub and a family pool and jacuzzi too. On site activities, steps from the beach and downtown and an activity center that gives out beach chairs boogie boards ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
Excellent stay, looking forward to returning.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

Southern California Beach Club
I can’t say enough about this place! By far the best beachfront location! My two year old loved the playgrounds right on the beach. We spent the morning watching people surf and the evening my daughter sat on the patio (we had a bottom floor room which I highly recommend) waving to the cars as they ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit

California State University San Marcos
Enjoy the student vibe at California State University San Marcos as part of your travels around San Marcos. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

Double Peak Park
After visiting Double Peak Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Twin Oaks Golf Club
Play a round of golf in San Marcos at Twin Oaks Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Discover the lively breweries and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Palomar College
Walk around the campus at Palomar College as part of your travels around San Marcos. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area or enjoy its surfing spots.
Lake San Marcos Executive Course
Play a round of golf at Lake San Marcos Executive Course and enjoy other activities in San Marcos such as surfing. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
St. Mark Golf Club
Play a round of golf in Lake San Marcos at St. Mark Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr

Solana Beach: E-Bike Tour to Torrey Pines or North Coast




