Its sandy beach is open to the sun and sheltered from the wind, with lifeguards posted during the swim season. Ample parking and picnic grounds are located nearby. There is an entrance fee to the swim area, which has changing rooms and a refreshment stand. The lake is open for fishing throughout the year. Lake Anza offers lifeguarded swimming in season at a sandy beach with a bathhouse and food stand.
Fishing is permitted at the lake all year.
The Little Train offers rides along the scenic ridge on a scaled-down steam train. See the bottom of this page for a link to the Little Train Web site. The Tilden Park Golf Course is an 18-hole public golf course with a driving range, pro shop, practice green, restaurant, and the Tee Clubhouse coffee shop. The Regional Parks Botanic Garden contains the world's most complete collection of California native plants, including rare and endangered species. Its visitor center offers tours and lectures throughout the year.