Lake San Marcos Travel Guide
San Marcos
Visit Lake San Marcos
Popular places to visit
Double Peak Park
After visiting Double Peak Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its lively breweries.
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 lively breweries.
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.
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 top-notch restaurants 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.
Things to do
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Carlsbad: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the Village by the Sea
Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental
Top hotels in Lake San Marcos
Lakehouse Resort
"This hotel was amazing! Staff is super helpful and friendly!"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
"Love the scenery the rooms were clean love the amenities fireplace pool game room. the downside was that the walls are super thin on our last night we had neighbors next to us they were banging loud party so much noise from 1am until 4am at least that’s when we just went to sleep wanted to complain ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
"This was our first stay at Pala, we enjoyed the relaxed environment. There were plenty of restaurant options with hours opened as late as 2:00AM. The only negative for this visit was the room lighting, even with the curtains wide open for sunlight it still did not allow for better lighting."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
"Rick the bell guy. Phenomenal!!!!!! The reason I return is because of him and his kindness. Everyone else is nice too but he's outstanding."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
"It was amazing"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
"Short walk to the ocean"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Lake San Marcos
San Elijo Hills
While San Elijo Hills isn't home to many top sights, Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and Stone Brewing are some notable places to visit nearby.
Santa Fe Hills
While Santa Fe Hills isn't home to many top sights, Twin Oaks Golf Club and Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
