Lake Los Carneros offers visitors a serene natural setting ideal for walking, biking, and bird watching. Visitors can explore trails circling the lake, experience diverse wildlife, and enjoy scenic views that change with the seasons.
What to Expect:
🦆 Wildlife observation including ducks and other birds
🚶♂️ Walking and biking trails of moderate length
🌿 Native plants and natural lake habitat
Important Information:
– No formal restrooms on site
– Fishing allowed though water can be murky
– Dog-friendly but leash recommended
– Parking in adjacent Stow House parking lot
Haley's Pick 🍽️
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Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🐦 Birdwatching Hotspot: Bring binoculars for a chance to see a variety of waterfowl and native birds at the lake.
🚲 Bike Friendly Trails: Trails around the lake are suitable for biking, though varied terrain means a moderate skill level is best.
🌼 Seasonal Plant Color: Visit in spring to enjoy blooming native plants that color the surrounding landscape.
🅿️ Best Parking Spot: Use the Stow House parking lot as the most convenient access point for trailheads.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Visitors consistently praise Lake Los Carneros for its beautiful natural environment and well-maintained walking trails, highlighting the abundant wildlife and tranquil atmosphere, with minor notes on murky water and trail smoothness.
Last updated on
January 9th, 2026
