Paddling is a perfect way to relax and enjoy the
beauty of the surrounding nature at Lake
Cuyamaca. Not only is it a fun activity, it is
also healthy. Nothing compares to paddling in
silence when the whole world is still asleep. If
you have never paddled during that time of day,
give it a try sometime.
Lake Cuyamaca is surrounded by an oak
woodland forest, with a sprinkling of pines
and lovely meadows with creeks. There’s no
question that the clear waters are the
preferred destinations for paddlers. The
number of motorboats on the water is pretty
low, making it a peaceful place to paddle.
Exploring the lake in a kayak can give you a
much more intimate experience.
In addition to the scenic views, the biggest
attraction at Lake Cuyamaca is the
outstanding fishing opportunities. The lake
is small, more like a large pond, but it is
well stocked with trout and has a native
population of bluegill to tempt the angler.
Lake Cuyamaca is a popular spot for fishing. Cast a line for
trout at this beautiful mountain lake set at
4620 feet elevation. Fishing from your kayak
is permitted from Memorial to Labor Day, but
you can fish from the shoreline all year.
All boats, including canoes and kayaks, must
be washed and decontaminated for
quagga
mussels prior to launching. There is a fee
for the spraying and it’s good for multiple
trips to Lake Cuyamaca, so long as your
kayak is not used in another location in
between visits.