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Hansen Dam Aquatic Center

 

Like Camp Crystal Lake without the psycho killer

  • Address: 11770 Foothill Blvd. [ map ]

    Cross Street: Osborne St.

    Neighborhood: East SF Valley

    Phone: (818) 899-3779

    Hours: The recreational lake is open from sunrise to sunset. The swimming lake and water slides have varying seasonal hours. Check the website.

    Type: Beaches, Lakes, Parks, Trails

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  • Cost: Swimming lake costs $1.50 for adults ages 18-64 and is free for seniors and kids. Fishing is free.

    Parking: Free lots

    Tips: Dogs are allowed as long as they're leashed. They are not allowed in the water of either lake or in the park area surrounding the swimming lake.

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Valley natives don't have to scorch just because they're miles away from the beach.

Hansen Dam Aquatic Center, located 25 minutes from Downtown LA, features two lakes, water slides, kayaking, paddle boats and fishing. (The swimming lake's water is filtered and chlorinated, so it's best to pee in the bathrooms.) At the recreational lake, visitors fish for free, but fishermen 16 and older must have a valid fishing license. During September, the center hosts an annual catfish-catching derby; in December, visitors can sign up for the float-tube derby. Plentiful dry-land activities include hiking and horseback-riding, and picnickers are welcome to bring their own propane grills for cookouts. —Mai Dinh