Top 4 Lakes in Cleveland National Forest

Route 894 runs from the state park entrance to Campo. If you're planning a day trip on the PCT, you can park your car here at the end of the day. The parking fee is $5.

This charming pond within Palomar Mountain State Park is surrounded by forest and features a picnic table and a wooden bridge, providing a peaceful spot to enjoy the views. It is especially picturesque in the fall, when the colors are at their peak.

This smaller lake in the Laguna Meadows near the campground usually fills after snow melt and heavier rain. Aside from that it is dry for most of the year, though, so don't be surprised if you don't see a lake where you see it on the map! If you catch it full, it is a very pretty sight along the meadows. But even when dry, you can see some cool rock formations here.

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.

What a lovely spot on earth! Take time for a short break and enjoy the peacefulness.

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, cabins, restrooms, showers and electricity. You can charge your electronics in the bathroom. Showers are 50 cents per 4 minutes. There is also a small store about 0.3 miles down the road. There is a section for PCT-hikers across from site 86. You have to pay a fee of 5 $ at the ranger station. For general reservation visit: https://reservations.sdparks.org/reservation/camping/

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.