The Top 12 Lakes around Los Alamitos
Looking to visit the best lakes around Los Alamitos? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Los Alamitos’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 13, 2025
Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve
Highlight • Natural
Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, spanning around 1,300 acres of coastal estuary, showcases diverse habitats such as open water, mudflats, salt marsh, coastal dunes, and seabird nesting islands. Boasting over 200 …
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Bolsa Bay
Highlight • Natural
Bolsa Bay is part of the Bolsa Bay State Marine Conservation Area (SMCA). The mission of conservation planning is to restore wildlife and habitats in our oceans. The tidal flats …
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El Dorado East Park
Highlight • Rest Area
Very large public park along the river with a network of car-free bike trails and quiet park roads connecting several lakes, shady groves, and picnic facilities with restrooms and water.
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Inner Bolsa Bay, Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve
Highlight • Natural
A boardwalk takes you across Inner Bolsa Bay to the overlooks and scenic trails of Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve. Although the shoreline is heavily sculpted by humans, this is now a marine conservation area.
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Rainbow Lagoon
Highlight • Lake
Rainbow Lagoon has a smooth loop running around it—a paved path with waterfront views. The palm-lined walkways and nearby skyline form the backdrop, with curly bridges and public restrooms along …
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North Lake
Highlight • Lake
The Park road leads around the north end of the lake and is pleasant to ride with little to no traffic. Paved trails connect across the bridge between the lakes and across the park to the west.
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Arbor Day Grove
Highlight • Forest
Pleasant shade trees in this wooded area planted with the national reforestation movement in mind. The trails lead around the southern edge of the Main lake
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Main Lake East Shore trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The beautiful east side of the lake is lined by tall water grass that grows high overhead. Occasionally access to the water has been cut open for beautiful views and …
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Don Knabe Regional County Park
Highlight • Rest Area
An easy, flat loop with lake views—great for a relaxed walk or light jog. The path is paved and shady, and there’s plenty of space to sit, watch ducks, or …
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Horseshoe Lake
Highlight • Lake
Horseshoe Lake is aptly named and has a restroom next to it. The lake is situated a little ways off the main path, so you can find some secluded spots to sit and enjoy the water around the shoreline.
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South Lake
Highlight • Lake
South Lake is one of two lakes in El Dorado Nature Park. This nature park has a dense population of waterfowl, amphibians, and reptiles. This can be a great spot for wildlife viewing.
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