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Lopez Lake Events Calendar

All Special Events, Program Activities, dates and times are subject to change and Park Entrance fees apply. If you are interested in staging a special event or activity at Lopez Lake please contact our Park Ranger staff at (805) 788-2381.

Last Revised: February 27, 2012

 
MARCH
2012
Program / Activity  
Nature Boat Cruise - 10:15 a.m - 12:15 p.m. with Ranger Kristin. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Sunday
3/4
Blackberry Springs Turkey Ridge Exploration Hike - 10:30a.m -12:30 p.m. Come and explore the treasures of Lopez Lake on this 1.5 mile hike through different plant communities with Ranger Tim
Saturday
3/10
Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - Plants are our neighbors too! Get familiar with the native plants we see daily. 11:00 a.m -2:00 p.m. with Ranger Lenny
Sunday
3/11
Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.
Saturday
3/17
Escondido Spur HIke - 10:00 a.m -11:00 a.m. with Ranger Craig
Saturday
3/17
owl
Owl Night Hike - 7:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m. Come and learn about the different species of owls in our area. This hike is a real hoot!
Saturday
3/17
Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting.
Sunday
3/18
Special Events

2nd Annual Spring Splash Fun Run at Lopez Lake Recreation Area
This is a fundraising event sponsored by the Friends of Lopez Lake. Come rain or shine the runs will start at 8:00 a.m. and include a 10k Trail Run, 5k Flat Run, and a Tiny Mile Run for ages 6 & under. Entry Fees: 10k - $35, 5k - $30, Tiny Mile - $15. These fees do not include the Park Entry fee of $10. Please submit your registration form by March 7,2012 at 5:00p.m to guarantee yourself a souvenir t-shirt! You can also sign-up online at www.active.com
Pre-event contact: Jeannie at (805) 481-1665
Race day contact: Ranger Office at (805) 788-2381

Sunday
3/18
Cal Poly March Triathlon Series
A competitive sporting event which promotes athletic excellence, sportsmanship, and a love for the sport while raising money for the Cal Poly Triathlon Team.
Information about sprint or olympic distance races: www.marchtriathlonseries.com
Saturday
3/24
     
APRIL
2012
Program / Activity
Full Moon Guided Horseback Ride - 7:30 p.m
Friday
4/6
Owl Night Hike - 7:30 p.m - 8:30 p.m. Come and learn about the different species of owls in our area. This hike is a real hoot! Join Ranger Craig
Saturday
4/7
Blackberry Springs Turkey Ridge Exploration Hike - 10:30 a.m -12:30 p.m. Come and explore the treasures of Lopez Lake on this 1.5 mile hike through different plant communities with Ranger Tim
Saturday
4/14
Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day.
Sunday
4/15
Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.
Saturday
4/21
Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. with Ranger Lenny. Plants are our neighbors too! Get familiar with the native plants we see daily.
Sunday
4/22
Volunteer Work Day - 8:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
4/28
Duna Vista Exploration Hike - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Come join Ranger staff on this exciting 7 mile hike and experience some of the most breathtaking views in the County.
Sunday
4/29
Special Events
Lopez Lake Marina Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Info: (805) 788-2381
Sunday
4/8
     
MAY
2012
Program / Activity
Full Moon Guided Horseback Ride - 7:30 p.m
Saturday
5/5
Owl Call Night Hike - 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m Come and learn about the different species of owls in our area. This hike is a real hoot! Join Ranger Craig
Saturday
5/5
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
5/12
Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - Plants are our neighbors too! Get familiar with the native plants we see daily. 11:00 a.m -2:00 p.m. with Ranger Lenny
Sunday
5/13
Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.
Saturday
5/19
Blackberry Springs Turkey Ridge Exploration Hike - 10:30 a.m -12:30 p.m.Come and explore the treasures of Lopez Lake on this 1.5 mile hike through different plant communities with Ranger Tim
Saturday
5/19
Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day.
Sunday
5/20
Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
5/26
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
5/26
Owl Call Night Hike - 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m Come and learn about the different species of owls in our area. This hike is a real hoot! Join Ranger Craig
Sunday
5/27
Special Events
Outdoor Discover Festival at Lopez Lake Recreaiton Area
11:00am - 5:00pm come and discover the great outdoors with San Luis Obispo County Parks. Activities include Nature Boat Tours, Eco-Fair with exhibits and demonstrations, Arts & Craft activities and vendors. Zongo All Stars, Cuesta Ridge, and Morning Rise Sound will provide us with music entertainment during the day. If you like hiking, biking, kayaking and more...this is the place to be! This is a great family event and everyone is welcome.
Day use fees are $10 per vehicle so make sure you carpool to this green event.
Info: (805) 788-2381 or Outdoor Discover Festival
Saturday
5/12
     
JUNE
2012
Program / Activity
Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
6/2
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
6/2
Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00 a.m -2:00 p.m. Plants are our neighbors too! Get familiar with the native plants we see daily with Ranger Lenny
Sunday
6/3
Full Moon Guided Horseback Ride - 7:30 p.m with Jeanne from Friends of Lopez Lake
Monday
6/4
Owl Call Night Hike - 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m Come and learn about the different species of owls in our area. This hike is a real hoot! Join Ranger Craig
Monday
6/4
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
6/9
Blackberry Springs Turkey Ridge Exploration Hike - 10:30 a.m -12:30 p.m. Come and explore the treasures of Lopez Lake on this 1.5 mile hike through different plant communities with Ranger Tim
Saturday
6/10
Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.
Saturday
6/16
Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
6/16
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
6/16
Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day.
Sunday
6/17
Movie Night 8:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Friends of Lopez Lake
Info: (805) 788-2381
Tuesday
6/19
Predators of the Sky Hike - 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday
6/20
Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
6/23
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
6/23
Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
6/30
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
6/30
Special Events

June Bloom Fun Run at Lopez Lake Recreation Area
This is a fundraising event sponsored by the Friends of Lopez Lake. Come rain or shine the runs will start at 8:00 a.m. and include a 10k Trail Run, 5k Flat, and a Tiny Mile for ages 6 & under. Entry Fees: 10k - $35, 5k - $30, Tiny Mile - $15. These fees doe not include the Park Entry fee of $10.
Pre-event contact: Jeannie at (805) 481-1665
Race day contact: Ranger Office at (805) 788-2381

Sunday
6/3
   
JULY
2012
Program / Activity
Full Moon Guided Horseback Ride - 7:30 p.m
Tuesday
7/3
Movie Night 8:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Friends of Lopez Lake
Info: (805) 788-2381
Tuesday
7/3
Life of an Oak Tree Hike - 10:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday
7/4
Owl Call Night Hike - 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m Come and learn about the different species of owls in our area. This hike is a real hoot! Join Ranger Craig
Wednesday
7/4
Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
7/7
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
7/7
Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
7/14
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
7/14
Ancient Oaks Hike - 10:30 a.m -11:30 a.m. Discover the majestic and ecology of the oldest living specimens on the Central Coast.
Sunday
7/15
Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day.
Sunday
7/15
Movie Night 8:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Friends of Lopez Lake
Info: (805) 788-2381
Tuesday
7/17
Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 10:00 a.m -11:00 a.m. Plants are our neighbors too! Get familiar with the native plants we see daily.
Wednesday
7/18
Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.
Saturday
7/21
Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
7/21
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
7/21
Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00 a.m -2:00 p.m. Plants are our neighbors too! Get familiar with the native plants we see daily with Ranger Lenny
Sunday
7/22
Movie Night 8:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Friends of Lopez Lake
Info: (805) 788-2381
Tuesday
7/24
Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
7/28
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
7/28
Kayak Tour - 9:00 a.m -11:30 a.m.
Sunday
7/29
Movie Night 8:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Friends of Lopez Lake
Info: (805) 788-2381
Tuesday
7/31
Special Events
CA Dept. of Fish & Game FREE Fishing Day
Sponsored by: California Department of Fish & Game. On Free Fishing Day, Californians can fish any freshwater lakes without a fishing license. All other regulations apply.
Information: (805) 788-2415
Saturday
7/7
     
AUGUST
2012
Program / Activity
Owl Call Night Hike - 8:15 p.m. - 9:30 p.m Come and learn about the different species of owls in our area. This hike is a real hoot! Join Ranger Craig
Wednesday
8/1
Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
8/4
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
8/4
Blackberry Springs Turkey Ridge Exploration Hike - 10:30 a.m -12:30 p.m.Come and explore the treasures of Lopez Lake on this 1.5 mile hike through different plant communities with Ranger Tim
Sunday
8/5
Movie Night 8:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Friends of Lopez Lake
Info: (805) 788-2381
Tuesday
8/7
Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
8/11
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
8/11
Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m. Plants are our neighbors too! Get familiar with the native plants we see daily with Ranger Lenny.
Sunday
8/12
Movie Night 8:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Friends of Lopez Lake
Info: (805) 788-2381
Tuesday
8/14
Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.
Saturday
8/18
Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
8/18
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
8/18
Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day.
Sunday
8/19
Movie Night 8:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Friends of Lopez Lake
Info: (805) 788-2381
Tuesday
8/21
Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
8/25
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
8/25
Kayak Tour - 9:00 a.m -11:30 a.m.
Sunday
8/26
Full Moon Guided Horseback Ride - 7:30 p.m
Friday
8/31
Special Events  
 
   
SEPTEMBER
2012
Program / Activity  
Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
9/1
Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center.
Saturday
9/1
Owl Call Night Hike - 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m Come and learn about the different species of owls in our area. This hike is a real hoot! Join Ranger Craig
Sunday
9/2
Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m. with Ranger Lenny
Sunday
9/9
Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.
Saturday
9/15
Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day.
Sunday
9/16
Blackberry Springs Turkey Ridge Exploration Hike - 10:30 a.m -12:30 p.m. Come and explore the treasures of Lopez Lake on this 1.5 mile hike through different plant communities with Ranger Tim
Saturday
9/22
Kayak Tour - 9:00 a.m -11:30 a.m.
Sunday
9/23
Full Moon Guided Horseback Ride - 7:30 p.m
Sunday
9/30
Special Events  
2nd Annual Pan Fish Derby
Join us for the fun as you try to catch the "Big One.
Information: (805) 788-2381
Saturday
9/8
CA Dept. of Fish & Game FREE Fishing Day
Sponsored by: California Department of Fish & Game. On Free Fishing Day, Californians can fish any freshwater lakes without a fishing license. All other regulations apply.
Information: (805) 788-2415
Saturday
9/8
12th Annual Scott Tinley Triathlon
Information: www.tricalifornia.com
Fri, Sat, Sun
9/28 - 9/30

Summers End Fun Run at Lopez Lake Recreation Area
This is a fundraising event sponsored by the Friends of Lopez Lake. Come rain or shine the runs will start at 8:00 a.m. and include a 10k Trail Run, 5k Flat, and a Tiny Mile for ages 6 & under. Entry Fees: 10k - $35, 5k - $30, Tiny Mile - $15. These fees doe not include the Park Entry fee of $10.
Pre-event contact: Jeannie at (805) 481-1665
Race day contact: Ranger Office at (805) 788-2381

Sunday
9/16
   
OCTOBER
2012
Program / Activity  
Nature Boat Cruise - 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
10/6
Kayak Tour - 9:00 a.m -11:30 a.m.
Saturday
10/13
Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m. with Ranger Lenny
Sunday
10/14
Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.
Saturday
10/20
Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day.
Sunday
10/21
Owl Call Night Hike - 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m
Saturday
10/27
Nature Boat Cruise - 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. - Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Sunday
10/28
Full Moon Guided Horseback Ride - 7:30 p.m
Sunday
10/29
Special Events

   
NOVEMBER
2012
Program / Activity  
Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m. with Ranger Lenny
Sunday
11/4
Nature Boat Cruise - 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
11/10
Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.
Saturday
11/17
Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day.
Sunday
11/18
Escondido Spur HIke - 9:00 a.m -10:00 a.m. Enjoy this 1 mile hike with Ranger staff while learning about Lopez Lake history and ecology.
Friday
11/23
Nature Boat Cruise - 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
11/24
Special Events

4th Annual Turkey Trot Fun Run at Lopez Lake Recreation Area
This is a fundraising event sponsored by the Friends of Lopez Lake. Come rain or shine the runs will start at 8:00 a.m. and include a 10k Turkey Trail Trek, 5k Turkey Trek, and a Tiny Mile Turkey Trot for ages 6 & under. Entry Fees: 10k - $35, 5k - $30, Tiny Mile - $15. These fees doe not include the Park Entry fee of $10.
Pre-event contact: Jeannie at (805) 481-1665
Race day contact: Ranger Office at (805) 788-2381

Sunday
11/18
   
DECEMBER
2012
Program / Activity  
Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m. with Ranger Lenny
Sunday
12/2
Nature Boat Cruise - 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Sunday
12/9
Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.
Saturday
12/15
Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day.
Sunday
12/16
Ancient Oaks Guided Hike - 9:30 a.m -10:30 a.m. with Ranger Craig
Sunday
12/23
Nature Boat Cruise - 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Saturday
12/29
Special Events
   
     
JANUARY
2013
Program / Activity
Blackberry Springs Turkey Ridge Exploration Hike - 10:30a.m -12:30 p.m. - Dust off the hiking boots and join us on this ranger guided hike, Moderate to Easy Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Registration Office. Rain cancels hike.  
Duna Vista Trail Exploration Hike - 9:00 a.m -Noon . - Join the ranger for this 7.2 mile hike with stunning views of the Ocean and the Santa Lucia Mountain Ranger.. Moderate to Difficult Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Wittenberg Arm Kiosk. Rain cancels hike.  
Owls are Master Hunters of the Night - 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. - Bring the family, take a guided night hike and learn all about the owls in our park. The hike will be moderate to easy. Dress warm, wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the registration office. Rain cancels hike.  
Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Native Garden Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends Of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day.  
Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.  
Know Your Neighbor Plant Id Hike - 11:00a.m. - 2:00p.m. -Join a ranger and learn about native plants. Please wear sturdy shoes, bring water and meet at the Arboleda Group Day Use Area. Easy to Moderate. Rain cancels hike.  
Nature Boat Cruise - 10:15 a.m-12:15 p.m. - Come take a cruise on Lopez Lake. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child.
Special Events
FEBRUARY
2013
Program / Activity
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Begining Birding - Water Fowl - 9:00a.m -10:00 a.m. - Join us for this 1 mile hike to observe the migratory waterfowl that visit Lopez Lake , Easy Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Wittenberg Arm Kiosk. Rain cancels hike.
Sunday
2/

Full Moon Evening Hike - 5:00p.m -6:00 p.m. - Join us for a beautiful evening hike, Moonrise is at 5:50 p.m. Moderate to Easy Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Registration Office. Rain cancels hike.

Tuesday
2/
Blackberry Springs Turkey Ridge Exploration Hike - 10:30a.m -12:30 p.m. - Dust off the hiking boots and join us on this ranger guided hike, Moderate to Easy Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Registration Office. Rain cancels hike.
Saturday
2/

Know Your Neighbor Plant Id Hike - 11:00a.m. - 2:00p.m. -Join a ranger and learn about native plants. Please wear sturdy shoes, bring water and meet at the Registration office. Easy to Moderate. Rain cancels hike.

Sunday
2/
Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Space is limited please sign up before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.
Saturday
2/

Owls are Master Hunters of the Night - 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. - Bring the family, take a guided night hike and learn all about the owls in our park. The hike will be moderate to easy. Dress warm, wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the registration office. Rain cancels hike.

Saturday
2/
Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Native Garden Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends Of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day.
Sunday
2/
Nature Boat Cruise - 10:15 a.m-12:15 p.m. - Come take a cruise on Lopez Lake. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. Space is limited call 788-2381 to reserve your seat. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child. Meet at the Courtesy Dock at the Marina.
Saturday
2/
Special Events
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Lopez Lake Recreation Area
6800 Lopez Drive
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(P) 805.788.2381

Email us at SLOParks@co.slo.ca.us


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