Echo Park Lake
A reclaimed urban lake with lotus beds, swan pedal boats, fountains, and a skyline backdrop.
The call
Worth it if you are watching the budget and you only have one day.
Why
- 01
A pretty, laid-back neighborhood lake — pedal a swan boat among lotus blooms with the downtown skyline behind you, very local and very chill.
Our read - 02
It's a low-key hour, not a destination; the lotuses peak only in summer, and outside that it's simply a nice park stroll.
Our read
Is it a fit?
Go if
You are watching the budget
On a budget, Echo Park Lake still earns its price.
You only have one day
Even on a tight schedule, Echo Park Lake earns the hours.
You are traveling with kids
With kids, Echo Park Lake works.
You are traveling as a couple
As a couple, Echo Park Lake works.
Think twice if
You are planning for two
For romance, Echo Park Lake is hit or miss.
You want time outdoors
For nature & scenery, Echo Park Lake is hit or miss.
Plan it well
- Cost
- Free; pedal boats ~$11/hr
- Timing
- Summer for the lotus bloom; mornings or late afternoon for the light.
- Allow
- 1-2 hours
- Accessibility
- Flat, paved lakeside loop that's fully wheelchair and stroller friendly.
- Getting there
- Drive and find street parking, or take a Metro bus along Sunset.