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Lake San Marcos

California
0.23 km²
33.1194, -117.2079
NHD 120025188
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About Lake San Marcos

Lake San Marcos is a natural lake or pond in California, United States. It covers approximately 0.23 km² (56 acres). The lake centroid is located at 33.1194° N, 117.2079° W. Fish species records for this lake are still being compiled. Lake boundary and identifier come from the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

At a glance

Best season
October – April
Cooler months fish best in the south
Natural lake
Small
Bank or small-boat friendly
Species diversity
Data pending
Records still being compiled
Access
Public waterbody
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Weather at Lake San Marcos

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Best fishing times today

Day length: 14h 6m
Dawn12:25
Sunrise12:53
Sunset02:59
Dusk03:27

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  • Dawn11:5513:53Excellent
  • Morning13:5319:56Good
  • Midday19:5623:59Calm
  • Afternoon23:5901:59Good
  • Dusk01:5903:57Excellent
  • Night03:5711:55Good
Moon: 14% · waxing16:27

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Frequently asked questions

What fish species live in Lake San Marcos?

No fish species have been catalogued yet for Lake San Marcos. Records are pulled from GBIF and updated regularly.

How big is Lake San Marcos?

Lake San Marcos covers approximately 0.23 square kilometres (56 acres), based on the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

Where is Lake San Marcos located?

Lake San Marcos is located in California, United States, with its centroid at 33.1194°, -117.2079°.

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Data sources: USGS National Hydrography Dataset · GBIF