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Located in the hills just north of the City of El Cajon and west of
Lake Jennings Reservoir, in southwestern San Diego County
Phone: (619) 561-0580
Hours: 8 a.m. – sunset, daily
Pedestrian access is available from sunrise to sunset daily.
Lakeside Linkage Preserve is full of coastal sage scrub. This
vegetation community supports several sensitive species including
coastal California Gnatcatcher, coastal cactus wren, and
orange-throated whiptail. The preserve holds special meaning to the
citizens of Lakeside for the possibilities its open space and vistas
provide.
Don’t miss the Whitaker House, a well-known
Lakeside landmark within the preserve. At the end of a steep 1.3-mile
trail and at the top of the hill, you’ll find a moss-faced stone
building. The Whitaker house is a significant structure due to its
architectural integrity and style. After snapping some pictures head
back down for a round-trip hike of 2.6 miles.
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