Living in San Marcos means living outdoors. The weather demands it and the landscape rewards it. Here is the gear that locals swear by for making the most of the SoCal lifestyle.
Trail Essentials
Osprey Daylite Plus Daypack
Perfect daypack for Double Peak, Discovery Lake, and Elfin Forest trails. Lightweight but fits everything.
- 20L capacity
- Hydration compatible
- Lightweight
Merrell Moab 3 Hiking Shoe
The go-to hiking shoe for North County trails. Breathable enough for summer, grippy enough for Elfin Forest.
- Vibram sole
- Breathable mesh
- Bellows tongue
Hydro Flask 32oz Wide Mouth
The unofficial water bottle of North County. You will see these on every trail and at every brewery.
- Insulated
- BPA-free
- Dishwasher safe
Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Lotion
San Diego sunshine is no joke. This reef-safe sunscreen is a local favorite for the beach and trail.
- SPF 50
- Reef friendly
- Water resistant
Backyard and Patio
With 267+ sunny days per year, your patio is basically another room. Invest accordingly.
Coleman RoadTrip 285 Portable Grill
Tailgating at Palomar, beach days at Moonlight, or just the backyard. This portable grill handles it all.
- Portable
- 3 burners
- 285 sq in cooking area
YETI Tundra 45 Hard Cooler
Beach cooler, camping cooler, brewery-hopping cooler. In San Marcos weather, a great cooler is non-negotiable.
- Rotomolded
- Bear-proof
- Ice for days
ENO DoubleNest Hammock
String it up at Discovery Lake, Jack's Pond, or your backyard. Peak San Marcos relaxation.
- Holds 400 lbs
- Packs small
- Quick setup
Traeger Pro 575 Pellet Grill
San Marcos has over 300 days of grilling weather. A Traeger turns your patio into a smokehouse year-round.
- WiFIRE app
- 575 sq in
- D2 drivetrain
Beach Day Kit
Moonlight Beach in Encinitas, Carlsbad State Beach, and Oceanside are all within 15-20 minutes. Having the right beach gear packed and ready means you can go on a whim.
Tommy Bahama Backpack Beach Chair
Moonlight Beach is 15 minutes away. This chair has a cooler pocket and backpack straps for the walk down.
- Backpack straps
- Insulated pouch
- Towel bar
Body Glove Performer 11 SUP
Paddle Discovery Lake or head to Agua Hedionda Lagoon. Inflatable SUPs store easily in a SM garage.
- Inflatable
- 11 ft
- Full kit included
Home Essentials
Things that make a San Marcos house feel like a San Marcos home.
Ring Video Doorbell 4
Package theft happens everywhere. A smart doorbell with San Marcos neighbors on the Ring app is solid peace of mind.
- 1080p HD
- Color night vision
- Quick replies
Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool HP07
Fire season air quality plus inland heat. This purifier handles both and cools your place without AC blasting.
- HEPA filter
- Heating + cooling
- App control