Lake Murray Access at Kiowa Drive in La Mesa offers a public boat launch facility with rentals (boats, kayaks, and pedal boats available on a first-come basis) and a concession stand selling fishing permits, bait, and tackle.

The facility is open sunrise to sunset daily except certain holidays, with ample parking, restrooms, picnic areas, and a 5 mph speed limit throughout the reservoir.

A California state fishing license is required for anglers 16+, and all vessels must comply with Coast Guard safety requirements including personal flotation devices.