Restore the Shore: October 11

The Lago Santa Margarita was designed to be a space where the community can walk, fish, cycle, and connect with each other! We invite you to join us in our efforts to keep the Lake safe and beautif...

Lakeshore Cleanup Day

This summer brought hundreds of visitors to the Lago Santa Margarita for great picnics, fishing, and promenades around one of South Orange County’s only fully-walkable lakes. While the Lake was des...

Election Policies & Guidelines

At the August 26, 2025, Open Session Board of Directors Meeting, the Board reviewed a draft of the 2026 Election Policies & Guidelines. The documents are available for Member review and comment her...

Great Rancho Campout - Summer Carnival

With a giant 27' Slip & Slide, carnival games, a dunk tank, live DJ, an amazing stilt-walking juggler, BBQ dinner, and much more, there’s something for the whole family! Kids can get crafty at the ...

Light Up the Fireworks - Star Spangled Spectacular

The SAMLARC Board of Directors is excited to announce the return of the July 4th Star Spangled Spectacular! On Friday, July 4, we invite the community to join this patriotic celebration with family...

Summer Splash Season: Beach Club Opening Day

Summer is on the horizon, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with sunshine, music, and community fun at Beach Club Lagoon Opening Day! This seasonal tradition brings neighbors and families...

Celebrate the Class of 2025!

Congratulations to the Class of 2025! The SAMLARC Board of Directors proudly honors the remarkable accomplishments and new horizons of our graduating high school and college students. Your hard wor...

Twilight Tastings – Wine & Cheese 2025

Join us for an evening of cuisine, and memories at the beautiful Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club! On Saturday, May 3, friends and neighbors will enjoy a beautiful spring evening with one of SAMLARC...

2025 Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps

In late March, CalFIRE released the 2025 Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps for Southern California’s Local Responsibility Areas. The maps divide Rancho Santa Margarita based on the areas’ physical con...

SMWD Water Festival - June 7

Enjoy a fun day learning about H2O and getting to know your water provider. Enjoy food and children’s activities, experience a living tide pool, explore the WaterWorks Garden and speak with garden ...

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