Santee Lakes

Operation Epic - Laser Tag for Campers
2026-05-22 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-29 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-05 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-19 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Hey Campers! Join us for a friendly game of laser tag on the Campground Lawn. No need to sign up, just show up!
We will play every Friday through October.

Camper - Sports on the Lawn every Saturday 10AM-11AM
2026-05-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-30 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-20 10:00 - 11:00
No need to sign up, just join us!

Memorial Day Weekend Fun
2026-05-23 10:00 - 12:00
Slip & Slides, Water Fight and Water Slide on the Lawn in lieu of Sports on the Lawn!
Clubhouse Lawn 10AM-12PM

Concert Series on Deck - Gary Seiler - think Jimmy Buffett
2026-05-23 17:00 - 19:00
Join us on deck for some great music and fantastic food!

Cornhole Tournament
2026-05-30 10:00 - 17:00
Save the date for our upcoming Cornhole Tournament, brought to you by Southern California Cornhole Association!
The event will be open to everyone and held at Lake 1.
SIGN UP HERE.

Pedal Boat BINGO!
2026-05-30 16:00 - 18:00
Win a pedal boat ride!
Clubhouse 4PM-6PM

Concert Series on Deck - 8 Track Highway - Classic 70's & 80's California Rock
2026-05-30 17:00 - 19:00

Santee Lakes Explorer BINGO!
2026-06-01
2026 Park BINGO Challenge is ON at Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve! 📸
Complete fun park activities, snap photo proof, and win prizes!
🎯 BINGO (one line) = FREE park entry
🏆 Blackout (full card) = Day at the Park Pack
FIND BINGO! CARD AND RULES HERE.
Bring completed cards + photos to the General Store to redeem.
Valid through 2026. See BINGO card for full details.

Concert Series on Deck - Lisa Campbell
2026-06-05 17:00 - 19:00

Ice Cream Social
2026-06-06 13:00 - 14:00
You know you want some!
1PM Clubhouse Lawn until it’s gone.

Concert Series on Deck - The Traveling Nobodys - Folk Rock Cover Band
2026-06-06 17:00 - 19:00

Night Fishing
2026-06-11 17:00 - 23:30, 2026-06-26 17:00 - 23:30
Bring your lanterns and join us for a night of fishing under the stars!
Select Thursdays & Fridays this Summer
5:00PM-11:30PM

Concert Series on Deck - Mia & the Dad Bods - All Your Fav Rock Hits
2026-06-12 17:00 - 19:00

Fishing 101
2026-06-13 09:00 - 10:30
Hey new anglers or those that need a refresher on how to catch fish at Santee Lakes! Join our ranger right outside of the General Store with your rod, fishing permit & bait (you can a grab a permit & bait in the General Store). This class is designed for participants over the age of 5 and children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Max of 10 participants per class so sign up now at the LINK

Dad Craft
2026-06-13 10:00 - 12:00
Create something special for Dad!

Concert Series on Deck - Wolff
2026-06-13 17:00 - 19:00

Concert Series on Deck - The Tipsy Riders
2026-06-19 17:00 - 19:00
Join us on deck for some great music and fantastic food with Tipsy Riders.
Folk rock

Duct Tape & Cardboard Boat Races
2026-06-20 14:00 - 16:00
Bring your A-game (cardboard and duct tape) as you and your partner build a boat to race across the pool.
Racing begins at 2PM

Concerts on Deck - Dylan Razwick - Singer/Songwriter Acoustic- nominated for San Diego Music Awards
2026-06-20 17:00 - 19:00

DIY 4th of July Experience on Deck!
2026-06-23 08:00 - 17:00
Join us on Wednesday, July 1st from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM for a fun creative session where you’ll design and decorate two festive keepsakes: a custom patriotic mug and a decorative lantern—perfect for summer nights, camping, backyard gatherings, or everyday use.
SIGN UP HERE
This is a DIY open-studio style experience, where each guest creates their own unique pieces at their own pace. This is not a step-by-step class, but light instructor guidance and helpful instructions throughout the session will be provided.
🎨 What’s Included:

1 ceramic mug to design and take home
1 lantern craft to assemble and decorate
All paint markers and crafting materials included
Mod Podge, tools, and finishing supplies provided
Light instruction + creative support throughout the session
A relaxed, open-studio creative environment

🎨Perfect For:

Kids, teens, and adults
Family creative time
4th of July weekend activities
Campers and community groups
Anyone who enjoys hands-on DIY crafting and keepsakes

Create, relax, and enjoy the experience—then feel free to eat or dine on the deck while you craft and connect with others, making it a full creative summer outing.

Concert Series on Deck - Harmonica John
2026-06-26 17:00 - 19:00
