The Top 9 Lakes in the Laguna Mountains
Looking to visit the best lakes in the Laguna Mountains? 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 Laguna Mountains’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 30, 2025
Lake Morena Campground & Trailhead
Highlight • Rest Area
Lake Morena is a popular spot for recreation and fishing. The Pacific Crest Trail passes by right next to the campground. You will find a picnic area, campsites, fire pits, …
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Water of the Woods Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Water of the Woods Trail leads to a small pond. Take a break and admire the blooming water lilies in spring and early summer.
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Lake Cuyamaca
Highlight • Lake
Lake Cuyamaca is a picturesque 110-acre reservoir nestled in the Cuyamaca Mountains. Created in the 1880s to supply water to the city of San Diego, it now serves as a recreational haven for fishing, boating, and picnicking.
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Chambers Park Campground
Highlight • Rest Area
This is one of the three campsites available at Lake Cuyamaca. You can choose between RV or tent camping, and they provide electric and water hookups, as well as bathrooms …
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Scenic pond
Highlight • Lake
Little pond at the end of the trail. Water is pretty deep at certain places so that you can jump in from the rocks around.
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Upper Otay Reservoir Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
There is a small network of dirt and wood chip trails and gravel service roads circling around the Upper Otay Reservoir. This little lake is much smaller than its lower …
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View of Lake Emma and Golf Course
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The Sweetwater River flows from Loveland Dam passing through Lake
Emma, where the river bends west and runs parallel to Dehesa Road. The lake is fenced off and access is …
Emma, where the river bends west and runs parallel to Dehesa Road. The lake is fenced off and access is …
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View of the Otay Mountain Wilderness from the Lower Otay Reservoir
Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint
The trails near the northern part of Lower Otay Reservoir offer great views towards the Otay Mountain Wilderness area. The reservoir is a common spot for runners and hikers with Otay Mountain as the backdrop.
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View towards Otay Mountain Wilderness
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As you hike along the northwest side of the Lower Otay Reservoir, you can admire picturesque views of the lake and the Otay Mountain Wilderness area in the distance.
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