Activities include boating, fishing, picnicking, and the use of an over 5-mile-long trail wrapping around the lake.

The stretch of the trail over the dam was fenced off for security reasons after the September 11 attacks, and reopened in 2007.

[2] This scenic stretch provides panoramic views of Mira Mesa, Miramar, University City, and other northern San Diego communities.

[1] Approximately 500,000 customers in the northern section of the city are served by Miramar Reservoir.

An upgrade and expansion project to the Miramar Water Treatment Plant began in summer 1998 with construction starting in May 2001.