Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272-3001
Phone: (310) 454-4114
User Reviews for Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine
07/01/2008 Posted by lifeserial
I randomly heard about the Lake Shrine while surfing the internet. I never would have known it existed otherwise, even though I've probably driven past it about 9,000 times. If you haven't yet checked it out, I highly recommend you go. It's just a great space to be outdoors, take a walk, snap a few photos. When I went, there were a lot of sightseers from other countries—The Lake Shrine must be mentioned in many guidebooks—but it never seemed too busy. Everyone just wanders and does their own thing. You can't relax on any of the grass, but there are plenty of benches, both in the shade and in the sun, that you can sit on while reading, meditating or doing whatever it is you do. I'm sure I'll be back.
Pros: Outdoors, Beautiful Scenery, Peaceful, Giant Koi
Cons: Somewhat Touristy
07/08/2007 Posted by pikachu
This place is absolutely beautiful. It's not hard to find, but easy to miss. Check for hours before you go.
Pros: Beauty
Cons: Easy to miss
06/12/2007 Posted by jo_se
But seriously, I love this place. Great place to go and meditate and just walk around the lake; and even over it, if you're advanced enough...
05/22/2002 Posted by Kazam
If you're looking for a place to get away, this is the place to go. The gardens here are spectacular, and you can tuck yourself away on a bench and read a book or just reflect. This is a non-denominational shrine dedicated to everything from Christianity to Buddhism. My recommendation is to take a picnic and make the afternoon of it .

