Lake Hodges Travel Guide

Escondido

Landscape View of Inland Lake Hodges and Bernardo Mountain from great hiking trail near Rancho Bernardo and Escondido in San Diego County California USA; Shutterstock ID 639289603; Purchase Order: -
Landscape View of Inland Lake Hodges and Bernardo Mountain from great hiking trail near Rancho Bernardo and Escondido in San Diego County California USA; Shutterstock ID 639289603; Purchase Order: -
Lovely place for fishing, bird watching, trails or just hanging out. #endlesssummer
There are so many birds on their nests right now! And it's a great place to bird watch, exercise, ride a bike, or take a nice hike at! #culture

Popular places to visit

Beautiful sunset

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Visit the native and exotic animals and see why San Diego Zoo Safari Park is a popular stop in San Pasqual Valley. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or seek out the golf courses.

San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Escondido, California. #culture

Queen Califa's Magical Circle

Take the family on an outing to Queen Califa's Magical Circle during your trip to Escondido. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the golf courses.

Queen Califa's Magical Circle

California Center For The Arts

You can make plans for a show at California Center For The Arts on your trip to Escondido. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively breweries.

California Center For The Arts

Palomar Medical Center

If Palomar Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Escondido.

Palomar Medical Center

Stone Brewing

You can take time to visit Stone Brewing during your travels to Escondido. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Stone Brewing

The Vineyard at Escondido

Enjoy a round of golf in Escondido at The Vineyard at Escondido. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

The Vineyard at Escondido

Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

Rp1.076.480
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

Rp128.337
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr

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

Rp1.850.200
per adult
Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr
Solana Beach: Electric Bike Rental with 5-Level Pedal Assist

Solana Beach: Electric Bike Rental with 5-Level Pedal Assist

Rp1.429.700
per adult
Solana Beach: Electric Bike Rental with 5-Level Pedal Assist
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

Rp2.506.180
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental

Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental

Rp672.800
per adult
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental
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Top hotels in Lake Hodges

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real San Diego CA
The price is Rp2.195.078 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp2.195.078
Rp2.501.181 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,050 reviews)
Great location! Quiet and friendly staff

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr La Jolla CA
The price is Rp2.885.354 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
Rp2.885.354
Rp3.319.386 total
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,256 reviews)
Clean room, nice staff especially the breakfast staff

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

4 out of 5
4550 La Jolla Village Dr San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.990.915 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
Rp2.990.915
Rp3.437.907 total
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,861 reviews)
Clean rooms great staff over all great

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

2 out of 5
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,328 reviews)
Lovely place will be coming here again next time!

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

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California Suites Hotel
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA
Stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,600 reviews)
The patio with the great view of the mountains

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

4 out of 5
101 Mission Ave Oceanside CA
The price is Rp4.064.210 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp4.064.210
Rp5.661.706 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (714 reviews)
Beautiful location would stay again

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
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Other neighbourhoods around Lake Hodges

Matilija Creek, Los Padres National Forest

Felicita

Felicita might not have many top sights, but California Center For The Arts and Stone Brewing are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Felicita
Hitting the trails in beautiful elfin forest. Definitely recommend this beautiful hike #green

Del Dios

When in Del Dios, you can plan a visit to Stone Brewing and California Center For The Arts, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Del Dios
Escondido, California. #culture

Kit Carson

If you're spending some time in Kit Carson, The Vineyard at Escondido and Queen Califa's Magical Circle are top sights worth seeing.

Kit Carson
Lake Hodges Panoramic Landscape From Fletcher Point in San Dieguito River Park. Beautiful Southern California Winter Day Hiking

West Ridge

While there might not be top attractions in West Ridge, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stone Brewing and California Center For The Arts.

West Ridge
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East Canyon

While there might not be top attractions in East Canyon, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Vineyard at Escondido and Orfila Vineyard and Winery.

East Canyon
Pool of 3 Sisters Falls in Cleveland National Forrest California

Central Escondido

If you're spending some time in Central Escondido, California Center For The Arts and Grape Day Park are top sights worth seeing.

Central Escondido

Lake Hodges Travel Guide