Lake Miramar
- Type
- City reservoir
- Address
- 10710 Scripps Lake Dr., San Diego, CA 92131
- Hours
- Daily, sunrise to sunset
- Boats allowed
- Private boats, canoes, kayaks, float tubes
- Boat launch
- Fishing
- Dog-friendly
- Restrooms
About this lake
Lake Miramar (Miramar Reservoir) is a City of San Diego reservoir in Scripps Ranch, open daily from sunrise to sunset.
On the water
Private boats, canoes, kayaks and float tubes are allowed. Stand-up paddleboards aren't, and neither is swimming or wading. Dogs can't ride in boats.
Fishing
Anglers catch largemouth bass, trout, catfish, crappie, sunfish and carp. The city charges a daily fishing permit on top of a state license for anglers 16 and over.
Before you go
The city has posted an algae bloom advisory asking visitors to avoid contact with the water and keep pets out until conditions improve. Check the city's reservoir page before you go.
Getting there & access
Getting there
The entrance is on Scripps Lake Drive in Scripps Ranch.
Closures
Closed the first Tuesday of every month and on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
Water advisory
An algae bloom advisory was posted in 2026; check the city's page for current conditions before launching.
- Not allowed
- Paddleboards, swimming, wading
- Fishing permit
- $10 adults, $7 seniors, $5 youth (cash or check)
- Phone
- 619-668-2050
What's here
Launch
Private boats, canoes, kayaks and float tubes allowed
Fishing
Largemouth bass, trout, catfish, crappie, sunfish and carp
Restrooms
Restrooms, water fountains, picnic tables and barbecue areas
Dog-friendly
Leashed dogs allowed on shore
Rules & official resources
- California Boater Card required for all operators of motorized vessels, regardless of age, since January 1, 2025dbw.parks.ca.gov ↗
- No swimming, wading or stand-up paddleboardssandiego.gov ↗
- Closed the first Tuesday of each monthsandiego.gov ↗
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