Desert Shores Lagoon

The Lake Next to the Lake

The huge Lagoon Pool is open from mid-spring through early fall.  While it's of wading depth to chest-level, lifeguards are watching the pool whenever it is open.

Whether you're with a group or cooling your heels by yourself, you can't beat the atmosphere here!

 

Boating from the Lagoon

Anyone who lives in Desert Shores can enjoy boating there.  And if you don't have your own kayak or large electric cruiser, the Lagoon has a dozen paddleboats available for resident and guest use.  The boats see a lot of action, with beautiful weather and surroundings calling you out to sea. 

And if you have friends in another boat, there's always the obligatory race.  May the best legs win!  (You know, the ones in the best condition...)

Above, four boats head out toward the Desert Shores Racquet Club across the lake.

And boy, are there gorgeous places to go!

 

Having a Ball at the Lagoon

If you've come to the Desert Shores Lagoon, it can feel like Venice Beach because you can play beach volleyball or basketball by the lake.  Sometimes it's one-on-one, sometimes it's four-on-four, and during big events it might be ten-on-ten (well, for volleyball, anyway).  But it's always like being on vacation!  Maybe the best comparison is a cruise ship that can't sink.

OK, these guys went overboard on the ball, though.

...Not sure they even have a ball.  But they're watching something.

How's this for a scenic basketball court?
 

Beach Playground

As you can tell, there's a lot for kids aged 2-92 to do here.  But what's a big beach without a shady playground for the younger kids?

Wow, these two even dressed up!

 

Picnics at the Lagoon

The shaded picnic facilities at the Desert Shores Lagoon are truly extraordinary, especially when you consider the view.  New shade structures with pavers and barbeque facilities attract single families and larger events.  The larger areas can be reserved in advance, and others are always available on a first-come, first-served basis.  But you can almost always find the perfect spot!

That's the Racquet Club in the background, and the larger birthday celebration below was taken from the Racquet Club.

 

The Big Events!

Desert Shores hosts major events for the community at the Lagoon on Memorial Day, Labor Day, National Night Out, and other special occasions.  People from all over Desert Shores come to eat and have fun.

Take a look below at a taste of the festivities!

First we'll check in at the greeting area, and then get going!

Yep, looks like folks are starting to show up!

 

And this looks promising...

So let the festivities begin!

No sense leaving anyone in limbo...

So better throw our backs into it!
 

On the Quieter Side

It helps to show what the Lagoon looks like at quieter times to really get a feel for it.  There's nothing like Desert Shores anywhere in the southwest.  When you own or rent a house here, it's more than a house.  It's a retreat and a vacation.