kayaking Santa Margarita
  

Santa Margarita Lake is an idyllic paddling paradise. Its sparkling blue waters spill over grassy banks, with a spectacular backdrop of live oak and pine forests. The lake's 22 miles of scenic shoreline and hundreds of unspoiled acres make it a perfect destination for canoeing and kayaking. Paddlers can enjoy cool waters, warm sun, bountiful nature, and breathtaking sunsets. After a day on the water, they can relax by the campfire.

Kayaking and canoeing offer immensely rewarding physical and emotional experiences. They provide a welcome respite from daily stresses, whether for a day trip, weekend getaway, or extended expedition. Discover another paddling paradise nestled in an idyllic setting, with panoramic landscapes and secluded campsites perfect for fishing, hiking, and horseback riding.

Located in central California's San Luis Obispo County, Santa Margarita Lake is a sight to behold. Its numerous coves showcase dramatic, picturesque scenery, especially in the fall when vibrantly colored leaves reflect a tapestry of color on the calm water. Paddling at sunrise fully showcases the lake's reflective beauty.

Santa Margarita Lake is renowned for its excellent fishing. Well-stocked with new high water levels, it's a kayak angler's haven. Anglers can cast their lines from shore or from a kayak or canoe to catch hungry bass, trout, catfish, crappie, and bluegill.

Map of Santa Margarita Lake

  
 
 
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