Harveston Season

Harveston Lake in Temecula

Temecula is known as the wine capital of Southern California, and it also has some comparably appealing locales reminiscent of picture-perfect Napa neighborhoods. One such charming community surrounds beautiful Harveston Lake, an immaculate 17-acre park with a 1-mile walking route encircling the water. Park at the Harveston Lake Community Center and head northwest along the paved path, searching the shore and calm waters for egrets, cormorants, coots, and the most diverse group of ducks and geese you may ever see.

The path curves with the lake edge around a heavy-streaming fountain. You’ll soon approach a gorgeous gazebo surrounded by oaks, willows, and sycamores, a good spot to catch a glimpse of the many turtles sunning themselves on rocks. Nearing the southeastern edge of the lake, pass a paddle boat rental space if you care for a relaxing jaunt on the water. Just south is a picnic spot with a shaded lawn overlooking another fountain. Time for wine and cheese … please!

To get to the Harveston Lake Community Center parking lot, exit CA-79 east off the I-15. Take the second left, onto Margarita Rd., followed by the first left, onto Harveston Way, and an immediate left onto Village Rd. into the parking lot. Dog-friendly!

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