Santa Margarita Lake: Swimming likely next summer, county to decide activities allowed

Swimming at Santa Margarita Lake likely next year

By KAREN VELIE Because of a new state law, swimming and other forms of body-contact recreation are likely to be permitted at  Santa Margarita Lake in mid-2027. San Luis Obispo County staff is working to address health, safety and operational requirements needed for the change. On Aug. 31, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1253, […]

Santa Margarita Lake: Swimming likely next summer, county to decide activities allowed

Thinking about a lake day? Santa Margarita Lake could soon be open for swimming after years of being off-limits, thanks to a new state law that is expanding recreation while keeping the water safe.