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Lake Hodges Overlook Trail loop — Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve

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San Diego County

Lake Hodges Overlook Trail loop — Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve

Moderate

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Lake Hodges Overlook Trail loop — Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve

03:19

11.2km

320m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 12, 2024

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27 m

Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

The Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve is home to the Olivenhain Reservoir and a small trail system with great lookouts, picnic areas and views of the surrounding lakes and peaks. Dogs …

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73 m

Escondido Creek

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This calm little creek is beautiful welcome to the Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve!

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2.94 km

Olivenhain Reservoir

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The Olivenhain Reservoir holds an emergency water supply for San Diego county. It holds up to 18,000 acre-feet of water and is a notable landmark as you hike through the Elfin Forest Reserve.

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5.20 km

Lake Hodges Overlook

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This lookout is worth the hike! There is a great panoramic view of Lake Hodges and the surrounding peaks here.

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11.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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6.23 km

2.79 km

2.21 km

Surfaces

6.23 km

5.01 km

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