Discovery Center

This is the Lodi Lake Discovery Center, a gateway to the lake’s scenic nature trails. Inside, exhibits highlight the Mokelumne River ecosystem and local wildlife, featuring mounted specimens and vintage photos of Lodi Lake’s history. The Discovery Center is also home to the Lodi Lake Docent Council, established in 1986.

For nearly 40 years, docents (trained volunteer educators) led guided tours and shared their knowledge and enthusiasm for the lake with thousands of visitors. Their work fostered a deeper appreciation of the lake’s unique ecosystem. Unfortunately, the docent program paused in 2020 due to COVID-19, but its legacy continues to inspire a love of nature and a connection to the lake. If you are here on a weekend, be sure to take a look inside the Discovery Center — you’re guaranteed to learn something new!