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San Elijo loop — San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Preserve

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United States
California
San Diego County
Encinitas

San Elijo loop — San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Preserve

Moderate

5.0

(2)

10

hikers

San Elijo loop — San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Preserve

02:48

10.7km

80m

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: June 10, 2024

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Parking

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1.57 km

Tern Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

Named after one of the bird species that thrives in the preserve, Tern Point provides a slightly further inland perspective over the lagoon.

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3.80 km

Annie's Canyon

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A slot canyon you can come in by walking and ladder. Some oversized backpacks can be hard to maneuver the canyon with so small day packs are best.

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3.88 km

Looking over the Preserve you get nice views of the Pacific Ocean. Mornings often get a marine layer that can obstruct view but by afternoon it can be nice and sunny, don't forget sun protection while hiking!

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6.96 km

The San Elijo Lagoon is one of the largest coastal wetlands in County San Diego. There is a visitor center and some well laid out trails through the lagoon. The …

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10.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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8.90 km

1.67 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.10 km

1.39 km

1.29 km

695 m

243 m

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